retail customer service specialist

Dicks Inc; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Retail Customer Service Specialist to enhance customer experiences and contribute to a dynamic team. This role emphasizes exceptional service, product knowledge, and teamwork, ensuring every customer feels valued and welcomed. You'll be at the forefront of operations, directly impacting customer satisfaction and store performance. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about sports and service, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values accountability, collaboration, and trust, and make a difference in the lives of athletes and customers alike.

Qualifications

• Prior retail sales or customer-focused experience preferred.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional shopping experiences by assisting customers.
• Support cashiers and uphold company standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Retail Sales

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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At DICK'S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world's greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!

Overview

The Customer Service Specialist is responsible for providing excellent customer experiences by creating an exceptional shopping experience for our customers through their eagerness to help, in-depth product knowledge, high brand and execution standards, and efficient execution of Front-End operations.

• Greet everyone (teammates and customers) and proactively approach customers to understand their needs and support their shopping experience.
• Serve as primary customer service provider at the front end and liaison between customers and management.
• Provide register coverage as needed and ensure strong customer service standards are met by supporting cashiers through complex transactions.
• Assist manager with department scheduling, directing workflow, daily associate assignments, and monitoring department presentation standards; monitor Front End associates to ensure they are meeting performance expectations.
• Uphold company merchandising and presentation standards by following established floor sets, signage requirements, price changes, inventory presentation and replenishment standards, etc.
• Promote and provide training to new and current teammates on company programs (i.e., customer loyalty program participation, warranty sales, private label credit card enrollment, etc.).
• Adhere to established policies and procedures related to safety, loss prevention and standard operating procedures. Maintains confidentiality of all Company information.
• Create an inclusive store environment where everyone (teammates and customers) feels welcome, safe, and is treated with respect.
• Take an all-hands-on-deck approach to support the team across the store.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management.

Teammate Traits

Our traits set the bar as to what great teammates look like at DICK'S Sporting Goods. They define the behaviors that can drive our business while ensuring a great teammate and athlete experience. Here are the traits we look for in our store teammates:

• Ensures Accountability
• Customer-Focus
• Collaborative
• Instills Trust
• Decision-Quality/Decision-Making Abilities
• Action-Oriented

Qualifications

• Prior retail sales, cashier, or customer-focused experience preferred.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, reach, push, pull and lift 15 to 35 lbs. items occasionally (up to 5 times per hour).
• Ability to work extended periods of time (up to 4 hours) standing or walking.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions for short periods of time (up to 2 hours continuously).

Required and Preferred

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