Retail Sales Associate

Verizon; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision

401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 6%

Five weeks of paid time off

Discounts up to 50% on Verizon products

Job summary

Verizon is seeking a full-time Retail Sales Associate in Maple Grove, Minnesota. The role involves generating retail sales by utilizing exceptional customer service and technology skills.

Starting pay is between $16.00 and $21.00 per hour, with potential earnings of over $65,000 annually through commissions. Benefits include comprehensive medical, 401(k) matching, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Generate retail sales by using customer service skills.
• Learn and uncover customers' needs effectively.
• Close sales with effective communication and simple solutions.
• Develop yourself through ongoing training and up-skill.

Skills

Exceptional customer service

Communication skills

Sales experience

Ability to work evenings and weekends

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

What you'll be doing...

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.

Benefits and Compensation

Base pay: $16.00 to $21.00 per hour, plus up to $18,000 a year in individual‑based commissions if you hit all your 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).

Our comprehensive benefits (starting day one) include:

• Best‑in‑class medical, dental, and vision
• Verizon 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 6%
• Sales recognition programs with all‑inclusive travel and other incentives
• Five weeks of paid time off (vacation, holidays, personal days)
• Eight weeks of paid parental leave for eligible new parents (up to 16 weeks with short‑term disability)
• Up to $8 K per year in tuition assistance
• Discounts up to 50% on Verizon products and services
• Additional employee discounts on attractions, automotive, travel and more

What we're looking for...

You'll need to have:

• 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.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

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

Location and Hours

Worksite‑based role. You'll work onsite at a defined location(s).

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

Additional Compensation

This is a commission based position with the potential to earn more. The starting base pay rate for the location listed on this job requisition is: $18.27 per hour.