Part Time Sales Associate/Cashier - River St

Ace Hardware Corporation; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Ace Hardware Corporation is looking for a Part-time Sales Associate & Cashier to join their team in Janesville, Wisconsin. You will provide outstanding customer service and assist with store operations during closing shifts and weekends.

The ideal candidate is at least 16 years old with retail experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work flexible hours. Join us to help create a welcoming environment for customers and team members!

Qualifications

• Retail experience preferred, especially in customer service or cashier roles.
• Willingness to learn about hardware products and services.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding customer service.
• Process transactions accurately.
• Assist with merchandising and store management.
• Maintain merchandise organization and cleanliness.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational ability

Education

At least 16 years old

Job description

Part-time Sales Associate & Cashier Job Description

Join the Ace Team

At Ace Hardware, we pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and creating a welcoming environment for our team members and customers. If you're a team player with a passion for retail and customer service, we'd love to hear from you!

Position Summary

The primary responsibilities of the Sales Associate & Cashier position are to provide outstanding customer service, process transactions accurately, assist with merchandising, and support the store management team. This position requires availability for closing shifts (store closes at 7 PM) and working every other weekend.

Major Responsibilities

The key responsibilities for this role include:

• Delivering exceptional customer service by following the S.A.L.E.S process and meeting mystery shop standards.
• Operating the cash register accurately and efficiently, processing all transactions with care.
• Maintaining awareness of promotions, advertisements, and Ace Rewards program benefits to inform and assist customers.
• Assisting with restocking, organizing, and maintaining merchandise and store cleanliness standards.
• Participating in team meetings, daily huddles, and contributing to a positive work environment.
• Ensuring the safety and security of the store by being vigilant about shoplifting activity and maintaining a safe workspace.
• Supporting the team with receiving and processing new shipments and keeping the back stock area organized.
• Aiding customers in locating merchandise in-store and online and assisting with special orders.
• Encouraging customers to sign up for the Ace Rewards program.

Minimum Requirements

Education/Training:

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Willingness to learn about hardware products and services.

Experience:

• Retail experience preferred, especially in customer service or cashier roles.
• Sales and marketing experience is a plus.

Skills/Knowledge:

• Basic computer skills, including experience with retail systems (knowledge of MS Word and Excel is a plus).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational ability, attention to detail, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds regularly to assist customers and restock merchandise.
• Must be able to move and handle boxes of merchandise throughout the store.

Additional Details

• This is a part-time position with required availability for every other weekend and closing shifts (store closes at 7 PM).
• Job responsibilities may change based on the needs of the business.