Part-Time Retail Sales Associate - Cowlitz

Innowave Marketing Group LLC; Ridgefield (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Part-Time Sales Associate to join its vibrant team. This role involves delivering exceptional customer service, assisting shoppers with their purchases, and maintaining a visually appealing store environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for retail, excellent communication skills, and a strong sales background. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced and exciting atmosphere where your contributions will enhance the shopping experience for valued clientele. If you thrive in dynamic settings and enjoy helping customers, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO Policy

Company-provided Equipment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience with strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with purchases and maintain store organization.
• Engage customers and promote a positive shopping experience.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Sales Experience

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS System

Job description

Cowlitz, a retail rewards store for the casino, is currently seeking a Part-Time Sales Associate to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate should be passionate about providing exceptional customer service and have a strong interest in a wide variety of products including clothing, electronics, small appliances, jewelry, and more.

As a Sales Associate, you will be responsible for assisting customers with their purchases, maintaining an organized and visually appealing store, and contributing to the overall success of the store.

If you are a self-motivated individual with excellent communication skills, experience in customer service, and a desire to work in a fast-paced and exciting environment, we would love to hear from you.

Join our team and help us deliver an unparalleled shopping experience to our valued clientele.

Salary: $16.75-$18

Our Sales Associates display a “customer is priority” mindset at all times. They are responsible for generating sales by engaging customers and providing service tailored to each individual. They are expected to know and understand the product and to educate and inform customers. Sales Associates also perform tasks as directed by management to keep the store clean, stocked, and presentable at all times. They adhere to Cowlitz policies and procedures in all actions and interactions.

Essential duties & Responsibilities:

1. Consistently treats all Cowlitz customers and employees with respect and contributes to a positive work environment.
2. Promotes a safe working and shopping environment to facilitate employee interactions and maximize the customer shopping experience.
3. Upholds all company policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
4. Participates in all training opportunities.
5. Performs non-sale tasks, such as product receiving, merchandising, store cleaning, stock management, and product organization as directed by management.
6. Recognizes verbal and non-verbal customer cues, and engages customers based on those cues.
7. Greets customers upon entering Cowlitz to show that they are valued and to make a great first impression.
8. Connects with customers using open-ended questions to assess customer needs.
9. Makes relevant merchandise suggestions, and advises customers of member benefits, store promotions, and sales within Cowlitz to help build the store sales.
10. Stays current on all product knowledge and communicates features and benefits to customers to influence buying decisions.
11. Assists customers in finding substitutions for out-of-stock items or assists in special ordering those items.
12. Totaling purchases and processing cash, checks, and credit card payments using a POS system.
13. Processes exchanges, returns, and refunds on a POS system according to Cowlitz policy.
14. Partners with staff members to ensure the customer experience is consistent throughout their visit.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Must be able to work all nights, including weekends, and closing if needed (6 PM-2 AM).
• Must have high school diploma/GED.
• Must have at least 3 years of sales experience.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literate and good with basic math skills.
• Able to work independently.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to stick to the submitted availability.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be available to work holidays.

Residency Requirements:

• For remote roles, must be located in one of the 50 states of the United States or Washington DC.
• Sponsorship is not available.

Core Values:

• Accountability
• Delivering excellence
• Integrity
• Attention to detail
• Follow up and follow through
• Client-centric service

Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Generous PTO policy
• Company-provided equipment
• Positions designated as remote are fully and permanently remote.

About Innowave Marketing Group:

• Innowave Marketing Group provides luxury and innovative reward solutions unique to the loyalty and promotional marketing space. Our experts design effective consumer loyalty programs, engagement programs, sales & channel incentives, and consumer promotions. Casino programs include loyalty points programs, VIP shopping events, and retail store projects.
• We participate in E-Verify. Click here to view E-Verify and Right to Work Notices.

Inclusiveness:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.