Part-Time Sales Associate — World‑Class Service

The Paper Store; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Paper Store in Oak Brook, IL is seeking a Part Time Sales Associate to deliver world-class service and achieve sales goals in a fast-paced retail environment. You will assist customers, maintain merchandising standards, process transactions, stock shelves, and support promotions.

Greet customers warmly, uncover needs with open questions, and explain product features with confidence. You will be a brand ambassador, maintain a neat store, and uphold all policies and dress code while helping to

Qualifications

• Previous experience in specialty retail is preferred.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to multitask while attending to customers.
• Team-oriented and capable of working in a busy retail environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as a TPS Champion by modeling the G.U.E.S.T. service approach, and 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 customers’ 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
• Contribute to a positive work environment with respectful, ethical behavior and honest communication, demonstrating professionalism at all times.
• Professional presentation in attire, demeanor, appearance and compliance to company dress code
• Support all sales efforts and initiatives across all business channels in an effort 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
• Enthusiastically participate in training and development as required utilizing all training resources
• Prepare incoming product for the sales floor by following instruction and guidance from supervisors
• Merchandise product following company visual guidelines and visual standards
• After comprehensive training, performing ear piercings and providing a safe, sanitary experience in accordance with state, federal and CDC guidelines. (select locations)
• Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of computers, systems and programs relevant to the position
• Maintain store maintenance and cleanliness standards
• Complete all other tasks as directed by store management in assigned time frame
• Comply with all company policies and procedures

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexibility

Multitasking

Stamina

Dress code adherence

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Retail experience

Tools

POS Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Paper Store in Oak Brook, IL is seeking a Part Time Sales Associate to deliver world-class service and achieve sales goals in a fast-paced retail environment. You will assist customers, maintain merchandising standards, process transactions, stock shelves, and support promotions.

Greet customers warmly, uncover needs with open questions, and explain product features with confidence. You will be a brand ambassador, maintain a neat store, and uphold all policies and dress code while helping to