Retail Sales Associate

Staples; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time hours

Weekly pay

Associate discounts

401(k) plan with match

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Discounts at retailers

Job summary

Staples is seeking friendly Sales Associates to provide exceptional service and support customers in finding products, processing returns, and coordinating online pickups. You’ll work in a team-driven retail environment with fast-paced days and opportunities for growth.

As a flexible part-time role in our Kent, WA location, you will engage customers, handle multiple tasks, and contribute to a welcoming store atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must be able to engage with customers and understand their needs.
• Ability to collaborate in a high paced environment.
• Ability to manage conflicts in a constructive manner.
• Ability to lift/move materials to 50 pounds and stand/walk extensively.
• Preferred: customer service or cashier experience in retail.

Responsibilities

• Multitask on cashier, sales, and merchandising responsibilities.
• Respond quickly and resourcefully to customer requests and concerns.
• Create a positive, inviting environment for customers.
• Understand and use basic selling skills to engage and present solutions.
• Handle returns and online pick-ups.
• Be flexible on responsibilities (e.g., cleaning, stocking shelves, other duties as assigned).

Skills

Customer service

Cashier experience

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Conflict resolution

Honesty and integrity

Flexible scheduling

Physical ability

Job description

Sales Associates

provide exceptional customer service with our customers’ needs in mind. You’ll help customers find products, provide solutions, and handle returns or online pickups. You’ll also be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers while being part of a fun, team-oriented retail culture. Hiring immediately and training provided.

After applying, you may have the opportunity to schedule an in-person interview within minutes.

Get great perks.

• Flexible part time hours, generous paid time off, weekly pay and career growth opportunities
• Associate discounts on in-store and online merchandise, services and warranty plans
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and more
• 401(k) plan with a company match
• Dental and vision insurance
• And many more benefits
• Compensation based on qualifications and experience

Help both your customers and your store win.

• Multitask on cashier, sales, and merchandising responsibilities
• Respond quickly and resourcefully to customer requests and concerns
• Create a positive, inviting environment for customers
• Understand and use basic selling skills to engage and present solutions
• Handle returns and online pick-ups
• Be flexible on responsibilities (e.g., cleaning, stocking shelves, other duties as assigned)

Essential skills and experience:

• Able to work a flexible schedule based on the store’s needs
• Must be able to and want to engage with customers and understand their needs
• Ability to collaborate and work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment
• Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
• Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
• Ability to lift/move materials in the 10 - 50 pound range, climb ladders, stand and walk continuously
• Preferred but not required: customer service or cashier experience in a retail environment

Staples does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender idenity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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