Retail Sales Associate

Verizon; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best in class medical, dental, and vision

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Sales recognition programs

Five weeks of paid time off

Eight weeks of paid parental leave

Up to $8K per year in tuition assistance

Discounts on Verizon products and services

Job summary

Verizon is seeking a full-time Retail Sales Associate in Lakewood, Colorado, focused on unlocking potential and driving sales success. You'll engage with customers to understand their needs, promote Verizon's products, and fulfill sales goals. The position offers the potential to earn a base pay of $16 to $21 per hour, plus commissions that can significantly increase your total yearly earnings above $65,000.

The role includes great benefits such as healthcare, a 401(k) plan, tuition assistance, and generous paid time off. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant experience in sales or customer service.

Qualifications

• One or more years of relevant experience required.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Openness to pick up additional shifts.

Responsibilities

• Generate retail sales using exceptional customer service.
• Learn customers' needs and create connections.
• Close sales with simple tech solutions.
• Develop customer base through outbound calls and messages.

Skills

Customer service experience

Sales experience

Communication skills

Ability to work in a commission-based environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

As a full‑time Verizon Retail Sales Associate, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career with a team focused on unlocking your full potential and sales success within one of our retail stores.

• Generate retail sales by using your passion for cutting‑edge technology, and exceptional customer service to expand the Verizon network.
• Learn and uncover customers’ needs by creating connections and asking the right questions.
• Position product insights and solution recommendations to provide customers with a complete top‑down sales solution.
• Close sales by using phenomenal communication skills to fulfill customer needs with simple and intuitive tech solutions.
• Continuously develop yourself through ongoing training and up‑skill in operational functions across merchandising and inventory.
• Potential to grow your customer base by placing outbound calls and sending text messages to current Verizon customers who are interested in our products and services.
• Opportunities to engage with the community outside of the store to expand your loyal customer base, including at off‑site Verizon sponsored events.

Compensation

You can earn $16.00 to $21.00 per hour in base pay, plus up to $18,000 a year in individual‑based commissions if you hit all your sales goals. With our commission program, the opportunities are unlimited for employees who exceed their sales goals. Top performers could make an extra $14,500 or more in individual‑based commissions, giving you the chance to earn a total of $65,000+ to $75,500+ annually. Compensation varies by geography, hours worked, and performance.

Benefits

• Best in class medical, dental, and vision
• Verizon 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 6% of eligible participant contributions to the plan, qualified student loan repayments, or a combination of both
• Sales recognition programs that have, in the past, awarded top performers with all inclusive travel to domestic and international destinations, gifts, and other incentives
• Five weeks of paid time off (vacation, holidays, personal days)
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible new parents (when paired with short‑term disability, this benefit may provide up to 16 weeks of paid time off for the birthing parent)
• Up to $8K per year in tuition assistance
• Discounts up to 50% off on Verizon products and services
• Additional employee discounts on attractions, automotive, travel and more.

Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays (you'll know your schedule four weeks in advance).
• Openness to pick up additional shifts and earn more income, typically during the summer months, November through December, and/or during peak vacation periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a commission‑based environment.
• Demonstrated sales experience communicating with customers to find solutions.
• Customer service experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.