Part Time Sales Associate - Oakbrook Center

Build-A-Bear Workshop - Canada; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking fun, easy-going individuals to join their team as Bear Builder associates. In this dynamic role, you'll engage with guests to create unique and memorable experiences by assisting them in personalizing their furry friends. Your enthusiasm for the brand and commitment to exceptional guest service will create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, ensuring every visitor leaves with a smile. This position offers a chance to be part of a vibrant team in a retail environment that values integrity, flexibility, and a positive attitude. If you enjoy meeting new people and making a difference in their day, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Monthly Bonus based on Store Sales

Comprehensive Benefits

Fun Work Environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with a preference for an Associate's degree.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional guest service and assist in creating personalized furry friends.
• Create a warm atmosphere and ensure guests leave satisfied.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Business or Management

Job description

Bear Builder associates are fun, easy-going, team-oriented individuals who engage with guests, to create a unique and memorable experience.

Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional guest service by assisting guests in creating their personalized furry friends, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable experience.
• Actively engage with guests demonstrating genuine enthusiasm for our brand.
• Create a warm and inclusive atmosphere for guests, fostering positive interactions, and guaranteeing that each guest leaves satisfied with their experience.
• Uphold operational excellence by consistently meeting brand standards and guidelines, ensuring a seamless and cohesive experience for all guests.
• Strong team commitment; be dependable, engaged, and helpful.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s (or higher) degree in business, management, or a related field.

Behavioral Traits for Success:

• Possesses a “How Can I Help” attitude.
• Enjoys meeting and interacting with new people.
• Dependable and flexible.
• Models personal and professional integrity.
• Naturally warm and fun-loving.
• Ability to remain calm under challenging circumstances.

Working Environment:

• Active retail store leadership requires the ability to sit, stand, and move around for duration of shift.
• Work environments include indoor/outdoor malls, strip centers, and other retail locations.
• Lift > 25 pounds.

Your Performance Will Be Measured On:

• Decision-making, judgment, and execution.
• Ability to create an Experience First culture for guests and associates.
• Achievement of assigned goals.
• Consistent execution of operational standards.
• Stakeholder feedback.

This description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Supervisors may assign additional functions and requirements as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent an expressed or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter your at-will employment, and Build-A-Bear, Inc. reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as may deem appropriate.

Benefits:

Build-A-Bear Workshop is committed to being a fun place to work and visit! We care about the health and well-being and long-term financial security of our associates and their families. With that in mind, we constantly strive to provide our associates with comprehensive benefits that are competitive and meaningful in the specialty retail marketplace. Please visit www.buildabear.com/brand-about-careers-benefits.html for a list of full benefits that are offered to our employees.

Associates also have the ability to earn a monthly bonus based off their stores sales results vs. plans.

PAY RANGE: $15.75-$16.00/Hour.