Retail Sales Associate

Paradies Lagardère; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Paradies Lagardère, a leading airport retailer in North America, seeks a Part-Time Sales Associate at BTR Airport to deliver exceptional guest experiences and drive sales.

You will greet and assist travelers, maintain store standards, and work with team members to meet goals in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Prior retail or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced airport environment.
• Must be flexible including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-class service to all customers in a high-traffic airport setting.
• Greet, assist, and thank every customer to ensure a welcoming shopping experience.
• Drive sales through proactive engagement and product knowledge.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked sales floor.
• Support merchandise presentation and store operations.
• Collaborate with team to meet store goals and uphold policies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Retail sales

Hospitality

Job description

At Paradies Lagardère, the leading airport retail operator in North America, the Sales Associate role is a frontline customer service position responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences, driving sales, and maintaining a clean, organized, and high-performing retail environment across our Travel at Ease & Capital News at BTR Airport.

In this fast-paced airport environment, Sales Associates are expected to engage travelers quickly and meaningfully, provide knowledgeable product recommendations, and ensure every interaction reflects professionalism, urgency, and genuine hospitality. This role is essential in creating a seamless shopping experience for millions of travelers passing through one of the busiest airports in the world.

Sales Associates apply strong customer engagement, product knowledge, and operational discipline to support store performance while maintaining consistency in service, cleanliness, and presentation standards.

This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in high-volume environments, enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds, and are motivated by sales, teamwork, and career growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Service & Hospitality
Provide first-class service to all internal and external customers in a high-traffic airport setting
Greet, assist, and thank every customer to ensure a positive and welcoming shopping experience
Anticipate customer needs and offer helpful recommendations based on store offerings
Maintain a friendly, professional, and energetic presence throughout every shift
Ensure each guest interaction reflects strong hospitality and service standards

Sales & Product Engagement
Drive sales through proactive customer engagement and effective communication
Maintain strong knowledge of current promotions, products, and store highlights
Assist customers in selecting travel essentials and impulse purchase items
Support store sales goals through consistent selling behavior and customer interaction
Deliver a fast, efficient checkout experience while maintaining accuracy

Store Operations & Execution
Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked sales floor at all times
Assist with inventory control, replenishment, and product rotation
Support merchandising standards and ensure proper product presentation
Perform general store maintenance tasks to ensure a safe and welcoming environment
Follow all operational procedures to support smooth daily store function

Teamwork & Performance Standards
Work collaboratively with team members and leadership to support store goals
Communicate effectively during shift changes and peak travel periods
Support a positive team environment focused on respect, reliability, and accountability
Assist in maintaining compliance with company policies and airport regulations
Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Previous retail or customer service experience preferred
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume airport environment
Customer-first mindset with a strong focus on service and sales
Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 pounds
Comfortable working with basic POS systems and technology
Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Must pass Federal Criminal History Record Check and company background screening

What We're Looking For

A Part- Time Sales Associate with open availability, 7 days a week who can preferably work evenings with the following:

• Strong work ethic and consistent reliability
• Positive attitude with a passion for helping people
• Ability to stay organized and perform under pressure
• Team-oriented mindset with willingness to support others
• Motivation to grow within a dynamic retail environment
• Commitment to delivering excellent service, cleanliness, and operational excellence

Join our team at BTR Airport and be part of a fast-paced retail environment serving travelers from around the world. Build valuable customer service experience, grow your career with advancement opportunities, and work in a setting that values teamwork, recognition, and excellence.

This position description is merely intended to describe the primary elements of the position. Paradies Lagardère reserves
the right to change the position description and to assign additional duties and responsibilities, as necessary. This position
description does not constitute an employment contract of any kind.

Paradies Lagardere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. The Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.

2849 PACES FERRY ROAD | OVERLOOK I, 4TH FLOOR | ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30339 |ph. 404.344.7905 | fax. [phone]

Preferred

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Enthusiastic

: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer
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