Keyholder

The Paper Store; Wakefield (RI); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Part time

Job summary

The Paper Store in Wakefield, RI, is seeking a dedicated Key Holder. This part-time position involves delivering exceptional customer service, supervising sales teams, and maintaining merchandising standards to create a joyful shopping experience.

As a Key Holder, you will train and support associates using the G.U.E.S.T. service approach, while also maintaining the sales floor and store operations. Flexibility in scheduling and previous retail experience is preferred.

Join our team and help inspire joy in every customer visit!

Qualifications

• Previous experience in specialty retail preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver world class service utilizing G.U.E.S.T. approach.
• Assist with sales, service, and merchandise standards.
• Supervise sales floor and coordinate team breaks.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Sales techniques

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS Systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 0070 - Wakefield, RI - WAKEFIELD, RI 02879

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $17.00 - $19.00 Hourly

TPS Group Holdings, a family of brands including The Paper Store, Uncharted, and Gifts & More, is all about transforming daily routines into joyful escapes that inspire and surprise. Our mission is to connect with every customer through carefully chosen products, immersive shopping experiences, and service that goes the extra mile—creating spaces that spark joy with every visit.

Key Holders are responsible for delivering world class service, achieving sales goals and maintaining merchandising standards in a fun and fast paced retail environment. Key Holders report directly to the Store Team Leader and other members of management.

Key Holders are responsible for providing customers with a unique shopping experience by utilizing the G.U.E.S.T. service approach. Key Holders are responsible for all Sales Associate responsibilities. Responsibilities also include providing the team with continuous coaching to improve sales and service, processing customer returns and exchanges, supervising the sales floor, and performing store opening/closing procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a TPS Champion by modeling the G.U.E.S.T. service approach, consistently delivering world class service.
  • Greet and welcome every customer warmly and with enthusiasm.
  • Understand customer needs by asking open-ended questions.
  • Explain product features and benefits in relation to the customer's needs by providing in-depth product knowledge.
  • Suggest additional items to build onto sales by utilizing effective selling techniques.
  • Thank the customer sincerely and invite them to return and shop with us again.
• Be a TPS Brand Ambassador.
  • Build customer loyalty by being friendly, attentive and respectful of customers.
  • Inspire and motivate the team daily by delivering positive feedback and utilizing TPS recognition programs.
  • Contribute to a positive work environment by modeling ethical behavior, fostering open communication, and maintaining confidential information as required.
  • Maintain professional presentation in attire, demeanor, appearance and compliance to company dress code.
  • Support all sales efforts and initiatives across all business channels to maximize company sales.
  • Consistently capture accurate and valid customer information at the POS.
  • Maintain awareness of all current promotions and process them correctly at the Point of Sale.
  • Demonstrate the ability to make decisions with sound judgement, and in the best interest of the TPS customer, store team, and business.
  • Continually train and coach associates on GUEST service behaviors and assigned tasks.
  • Demonstrate desire to participate in training and development utilizing all training resources available.
• Prepare incoming product for the sales floor by following instruction and guidance from supervisors.
• Merchandise product following company visual guidelines and visual standards.
• Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of computers, systems and programs relevant to the position.
• Uphold store maintenance and cleanliness standards.
• After comprehensive training, perform ear piercings and provide a safe, sanitary experience in accordance with state, federal and CDC guidelines (select locations).
• Perform management functions as expected, including opening and closing of the store, management functions on point of sale, supervising the sales floor, coordinating breaks, etc.
• Assist with all other related tasks as directed within assigned time frame.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.

Job Requirements

• Previous experience and leadership work in specialty retail is preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Demonstrate an ability to multi task while being attentive to customers.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office and POS Systems.
• Ability to work well and be a leader in a team environment.
• Ability to be mobile on a sales floor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and mobilize medium to large items up to 50 lbs., while utilizing appropriate safety techniques.

The Paper Store is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law.

Please be aware that any pay ranges displayed on The Paper Store's job postings are to accommodate the wide range of candidate experience, store sales volume and geography.