GC Retail Sr. Sales Associate Store 523

The Guitar Center Company; New London (CT); On-site; USD 26,298 - 32,869; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid sick/holiday/vacation time

Employee discount program

Tuition reimbursement

Gig leave for musicians

Job summary

A music retail company seeks a Senior Sales Associate in New London, CT. The role involves engaging customers, achieving sales targets, and maintaining product knowledge. Ideal candidates should have a passion for music and proven sales experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and 401K. The position requires flexibility to work various hours. Join a vibrant team dedicated to providing an inspiring musical experience.

Qualifications

• Strong passion for music and understanding of instruments/products.
• Proven sales success with a track record of exceeding targets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers in a welcoming environment to inspire musical exploration.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets by upselling and cross-selling.
• Maintain expert knowledge of product lines and share knowledge.

Skills

Passion for music

Sales success

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Influencing teammates

Job description

Overview

Join the Guitar Center team as a Senior Sales Associate at Store 523. The role pays $19.09 to $23.86 per hour plus commission based on experience and performance.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers in a welcoming environment that inspires musical exploration.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets by upselling and cross‑selling instruments, accessories, and recording equipment.
• Maintain expert knowledge of all product lines and share that knowledge with colleagues and customers.
• Build and nurture customer relationships, serve as a local community resource, and support teammates to become the go‑to music partner.
• Organize displays, restock shelves, and maintain store appearance in a music store vibe.
• Lead, mentor, and support fellow associates on customer interactions and operational tasks, including opening and closing duties as a keyholder.

Qualifications

• Strong passion for music and solid understanding of instruments and music products.
• Proven sales success with a track record of exceeding targets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Resilient in a fast‑paced retail environment with top‑notch organizational skills.
• Ability to influence teammates, inspire collective achievement, and drive performance.
• Flexibility to work additional hours and evenings as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, 401K with company match, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, tuition reimbursement, and gig leave for musicians who tour and want to return to the job afterward.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‑related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation by calling 1‑818‑735‑8800 ext. 2862 or by sending an email to [e-mail].