Retail Sales Associate

Ollie's Bargain Outlet; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

A prominent retail chain in Omaha, Nebraska, is seeking a Retail Sales Associate to join its team. The role involves providing excellent customer service, operating registers, and maintaining store appearance. Ideal candidates should possess effective communication skills, accuracy, and a positive attitude. High school diploma preferred and the ability to work flexible hours are essential. Opportunities for growth in a supportive environment enhance the overall experience for both associates and customers.

Qualifications

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to preserve confidentiality of information.
• Outstanding interpersonal and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet and acknowledge every customer.
• Operate the register accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain a neat and organized work area.
• Assist with store maintenance and merchandising.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude! (Ollie’s Core Values)

• BE A TEAM PLAYER - Associates are expected to be supportive and work together.
• BE CARING - How do I treat others with courtesy, dignity, and respect?
• BE VALUE OBSESSED - Live the “good stuff cheap” mindset.
• BE COMMITTED - Operate with grit, passion, tenacity, and action.
• BE GROWING - How do we get better every day?
• BE REAL - Associates should be honest, transparent, genuine, trustworthy, and sincere.
• Flexible Schedule

The Retail Sales Associate assists Ollie's customers and helps to maintain the store appearance. Retail Sales Associates are responsible for all aspects of customer service, running registers, merchandising, and store maintenance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Greet and acknowledge every customer as they enter and exit the store and as they approach the front end.
• Accurately and efficiently operate the register.
• Be knowledgeable of all promotions and advertisements to ensure that customer questions can be answered and to assist with selling product; support Ollie’s Army and other donation programs throughout the year.
• Maintain a neat and organized front end work area.
• Assist with receiving the truck, pricing items, merchandising product, and recovering the store.
• Communicate customer needs to Team Leaders when necessary.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the overall store.
• Complete any additional responsibilities and/or duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays on a regular basis.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to preserve confidentiality of information.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks and activities and work within strict timeframes and deadlines.
• Outstanding interpersonal and listening skills.
• Must have a positive attitude and the ability to interact well with customers and Associates.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull up to 35 pounds.

Ollie’s is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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