Retail Sales Associate

Staples; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time hours

Weekly pay

Career growth opportunities

Associate discounts on in-store and on

Discounts at hundreds of retailers and

Job summary

Staples is hiring Sales Associates to provide exceptional customer service and help customers find products, offer solutions, and process returns or online pickups. The role emphasizes teamwork, inclusivity, and a fun store culture, with immediate hiring and training provided.

Candidates should be able to multitask across cashier, sales, and merchandising while adapting to a fast-paced retail environment. Flexible part-time hours and opportunities for growth are highlighted in the benefits.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused and able to understand needs.
• Flexible with scheduling and store needs.
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Willingness to handle returns and online pickups.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer service

Cashier experience

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Conflict resolution

Honesty and integrity

Physical stamina

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.