Part-Time Sales Associate - Store #454 - River North

CBD Kratom; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonuses

Merit-based raises

Free product samples

Employee discount

401(k) and company matching

Paid vacation and sick leave

Daily cash advances

Job summary

CBD Kratom in River North, IL, is hiring a part-time Sales Associate (internal title: Doyen). You will train to become a trusted voice in cannabis and kratom, handling POS, sales, and customer service. The role offers performance bonuses, product samples, employee discounts, and 401(k) with company matching.

Applicants should be at least 18, with retail experience preferred, and available for evenings, weekends, and holidays. Join a values-driven team focused on growth and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Previous retail sales experience preferred.
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Achieve SME status through onboarding and training.
• Use consultative selling and a service-first mindset to help customers find what they need and upsell when appropriate.
• Handle POS transactions, cash handling, and banking.
• Maintain store standards and provide daily updates to leadership.
• Stock and organize displays and backroom areas; assist with opening/closing duties.

Skills

Retail sales

Customer service

Flexibility

Job description

Part-Time Sales Associate - Store #454 - River North

River North

CBD Kratom , one of the top cannabis companies in the nation, is proud to embrace diversity and inclusion in every aspect of our operations. We hire and promote talent across various backgrounds and cultures, building an environment that fosters growth and collaboration.

We post this role as a Sales Associate , but our internal title for this role is Doyen , signifying the exceptional level of knowledge you will achieve.You won't just ring up purchases; you will train to become a trusted voice in the cannabis and kratom space.

Job Type:Part-Time

Pay:$17.00 per hour

• Eligible for monthly bonuses based on store performance offering from $75 - $275 based on store volume and % sales to goal.
• Eligible for performance-based merit reviews every 6 months, offering a total annual increase potential of up to $1.00/hour.
• Receive two free, rotating product selections every quarter, featuring popular items valued between $9 and $65.
• 50% employee discount on all products
• 401(k) and company matching
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
• Daily cash advances via Zayzoon

We are a values-driven company that has genuine care for our team members. We strive to create a culture of growth, innovation, and acceptance where we value your individuality and different perspectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Achieve subject matter expert status through comprehensive 14-day onboarding and continuous engagement with company-provided educational platforms.
• Use consultative selling behaviors and a "service first" mindset to help customers find exactly what they need. Actively up-sell products while ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Responsible for point-of-sale transactions, including cash handling and maintaining a bank.
• Maintain store standards and provide daily operational and inventory updates to leadership.
• Clean, organize and stock store displays, storage areas, and restrooms including stooping, bending, reaching, twisting, etc.
• May be given opening and closing responsibilities including cash drop, keyholder responsibilities, etc.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous retail sales experience is preferred.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to stand for long periods, lift/move up to 15 lbs regularly, and occasionally up to 60 lbs.
• Must be a "people person" who is passionate about our products and company culture.

CBD Kratom is committed to equal employment opportunity and encourages people from underrepresented backgrounds regardless of age, gender identity or expression, race, sexual orientation, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, citizenship, marital or parental status, national origin, or any other class protected by applicable law. Join us, you belong at CBD Kratom.

For a complete list of duties and responsibilities, please request a copy of the full job description.

Location - River North - IL - 828 N. State Street