PT GC Retail Sr. Sales Associate Store 622

Music & Arts; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Mental health support

Paid sick/holiday/vacation time

Employee discount program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Guitar Center in Merrillville, IN is seeking a Part-Time Sr. Sales Associate for Store 622. If you’re a musician with strong sales talent and leadership potential, you’ll help customers discover gear and contribute to store success.

You’ll engage customers, drive revenue through upselling, share product knowledge across guitars and recording gear, mentor teammates, and participate in opening/closing as a keyholder. Gig-friendly opportunities welcome musicians.

Qualifications

• Passion for music and broad instrument knowledge.
• Proven sales success with targets exceeded.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Thrives in fast-paced retail environments with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to influence others to achieve best results.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to work extra hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Customer engagement and helping customers find gear.
• Sales and revenue generation through upselling and cross-selling.
• Maintain expert knowledge of gear, guitars, and recording equipment.
• Build customer relationships and foster community within the local music scene.
• Merchandising and store maintenance to keep the store visually appealing.
• Store support and operations; as a keyholder, assist opening/closing and mentor teammates.

Skills

Passion for music

Sales success

Communication skills

Retail resilience

Ability to influence

Flexibility

Job description

PT GC Retail Sr. Sales Associate Store 622

#34365

Job Description

Join the Band: Retail Sr. Sales Rockstar Wanted!

Are you a passionate musician with a talent for sales and leadership? We’re on the lookout for a new member to join our team of dynamic Sr. Sales Associates!

Who We Are: At Guitar Center, we’re not just selling instruments; we’re creating experiences. We believe in the power of friendly faces, awesome tunes, and a store that’s as vibrant as the music we all love. If you’re passionate about music and love helping people.

What We Need:

• Friendly Vibes: Your smile is your signature, and you make every customer feel like they’ve just joined the coolest band in town.
• Music Junkie: You live, breathe and dream music. Whether you’re jamming on your guitar or singing in the shower your passion is contagious.
• Player’s Spirit: You’ve got a competitive edge, a goal-driven mindset, and you’re ready to hit the sales targets like a Rockstar and help your team do the same.
• Problem Solver: When there’s a musical mystery, you’re the detective! Your ability to solve problems leaves customers and your team singing your praises.
• Team Player: You know the best performance happens when the whole band is in sync, and you know how to drive that synergy! Collaboration is your middle name.
• Leadership Spirit: You set the tempo and ensure that every member of the crew is in tune with the collective vision.

Your Jam as a Sr. Sales Associate:

• Customer Engagement: Create a welcoming environment where customers feel inspired to explore their musical passions. Help customers find the perfect gear to bring their sound to life.
• Sales and Revenue Generation: Achieve and exceed sales targets with flair! Upsell and cross-sell like a pro by connecting customers with the perfect instruments and accessories to complete their musical setup.
• Product Knowledge: Maintain expert-level knowledge of our gear, from the latest guitars to cutting-edge recording equipment, and help enhance the knowledge of others.
• Customer Relationship Building: Grow your fanbase! Maintain strong relationships and help fellow Associates foster them. Help your team be the go-to in the local music community.
• Merchandising and Store Maintenance: Keep the store looking as cool as your favorite album cover. Organize displays, restock shelves, and maintain that music store vibe.
• Store Support and Operations: Practice your leadership abilities by guiding and mentoring your fellow team members, supporting them through customer interactions and operational tasks. As a keyholding member of the store, you will be looked on for opening and closing the store as needed.

Requirements

What You Bring:

• Passion for Music: You're not just an employee; you’re a music enthusiast with a solid understanding of various instruments and products.
• Sales Success: You ’ve got a proven track record in sales , and exceeding targets is second nature to you.
• Communication skills: You r communication style is as smooth as a guitar solo. Excellent verbal and written skills are your secret weapons.
• Retail Resilience: Fast-paced and dynamic? No problem! You thrive in a retail environment and your organizational skills are top-notch.
• Ability to Influence: You inspire others to achieve their best sound. When the goal is achieved together, it’s like the triumphant resolution of a complex cord!
• Flexibility : You are open to working additional hours if needed and can hang out with the band on nights and weekends as needed!

Why Guitar Center?

At Guitar Center, we're all about making music happen. We offer a creative, vibrant environment where you can grow your career, share your passion, and help others discover their love for music. Plus, you'll be surrounded by the latest gear, cutting-edge products, and a team that feels like a band.

For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gig leave—take time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour! Guitar Center offers robust benefits and perks , including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus company match, mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options.

Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job ‑ related requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1 ‑ 818-735-8800 ext. 2862 or by sending an email to [e-mail] .