Retail Associate

AD Riders at American Dream; East Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

AD Riders at American Dream is seeking a Sales Associate to help customers identify needs, explain product features, and process purchases with accuracy. You will uphold store standards, assist with stock and merchandising, and contribute to meeting sales goals.

The role emphasizes strong English communication, friendly customer interactions, and teamwork in a busy New Jersey retail environment. A positive, energetic attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail sales or a similar role.
• Strong customer service background and the ability to resolve issues promptly.
• Solid math skills and basic POS transaction handling.
• Clear English communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service.
• Assess customers needs and provide assistance and information on product features.
• Welcome customers to the store and answer their queries.
• Follow and achieve department’s sales goals on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis.
• Go the extra mile to drive sales and maintain in-stock presentation of products.
• Process POS purchases and handle returns when needed.
• Build trust with customers and work with teammates to ensure great service.
• Suggest ways to improve sales through marketing activities or store design.

Skills

Retail Sales

Customer Service

POS Transactions

Product Knowledge

English Proficiency

Math Skills

Inventory Procedures

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Job description

Sales Associate duties and responsibilities include working closely with customers to determine their needs, answer their questions about our products and recommend the right solutions. You should also be able to promptly resolve customer complaints and ensure maximum client satisfaction. To be successful as a Sales Associate, you should stay up-to-date with product features and maintain our store's visual appearance in high standards.

Ultimately, the duties of a Sales Associate are to achieve excellent customer service, while consistently meeting the store's sales goals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service
• Assess customers needs and provide assistance and information on product features
• Welcome customers to the store and answer their queries
• Follow and achieve department’s sales goals on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis
• "Go the extra mile" to drive sales
• Maintain in-stock and presentable condition assigned areas
• Actively seek out customers in store
• Remain knowledgeable on products offered and discuss available options
• Process POS (point of sale) purchases
• Cross sell products
• Handle returns of merchandise
• Team up with co-workers to ensure proper customer service
• Build productive trust relationships with customers
• Comply with inventory control procedures
• Suggest ways to improve sales (e.g. planning marketing activities, changing the store's design)

Requirements

Sales Associate skills

• Proven work experience as a Retail Sales Associate, Sales Representative or similar role
• Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service practices
• Proficiency in English
• Basic Math skills
• Working knowledge of customer and market dynamics and requirements
• Track record of over-achieving sales quota
• Hands-on experience with POS transactions
• Familiarity with inventory procedures
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills
• A friendly and energetic personality with customer service focus
• Ability to perform under pressure and address complaints in a timely manner