Retail Sales Associate I

Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City is seeking a Retail Sales Associate 1 to join our ReStore team in Kansas City, MO. You will be the face of our organization, assisting guests, handling transactions, accepting donations, and guiding purchases in a fast-paced store environment.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and excellent communication as you help donors and volunteers while maintaining organized shelves and appealing displays.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Forklift experience helpful, not required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in safety training programs, identify hazards, and contribute to safety culture.
• Process sales transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems and handle cash and card payments.
• Educate guests about Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City's mission and encourage donations and volunteering.
• Address guest concerns professionally and timely to ensure a positive experience.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and restocking inventory on the sales floor, keeping shelves neat and priced.
• Collaborate with volunteers to stock shelves and maintain store cleanliness.
• Assist guests by finding products, answering questions, and guiding purchases.
• Create and maintain visually appealing displays highlighting products and promotions.

Job description

Description

Retail Sales Associate 1

Job Details

Job Type

Full-time

Kansas City, MO ReStore

Description

Full-time: 40 hours per week

Primary Team Leader: Store Manager

FLSA Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt, Benefits Eligible

Location: Kansas City Metro Area

Pay: $16 per hour

Job Summary: As a Retail Sales Associate 1 at Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City, you play a crucial role in supporting our mission to provide affordable housing and critical home repair solutions to families in our community. You will be the face of our organization, interacting with guest shopping, donors dropping off merchandise, and volunteers in our retail store environment.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in safety training programs, identify, and report any potential hazards, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our safety culture.
• Process sales transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, handling cash, credit, donation request and debit card payments efficiently.
• Educate guest about Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City's mission and programs, encouraging donations and participation in volunteer opportunities.
• Address guest concerns or complaints in a professional and timely manner, striving to achieve positive experience.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and restocking inventory on the sales floor, ensuring shelves are neat, clean, product priced, and well-maintained.
• Collaborate with volunteers to accomplish tasks such as stocking shelves, organizing merchandise, and maintaining store cleanliness.
• Provide friendly and knowledgeable assistance to guest, helping them find products, answering questions, loading, and offering guidance on purchases.
• Implement and maintain creative and visually appealing displays that highlight featured products and promotions.
• Ability to work in warehouse environment with limited climate controls.
• Process donations by cleaning, testing functionality, completing minor repairs and pricing.
• Active support of Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City's values:

• Humility- We are part of something bigger than ourselves.
• Courage- We do what's right, even when it is difficult or unpopular.
• Accountability- We take personal responsibility for Habitat's mission.

• Other duties assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• The ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and stay organized amidst multiple responsibilities.
• The ability to adapt to changing circumstances, learn new skills, and thrive in dynamic environments.
• Demonstrating integrity, honesty, and respect for ethical principles in all aspects of work.
• The capability to interact positively with others, build relationships, and collaborate effectively.
• Bilingual ability is helpful, but not required.?
• Knowledge of building materials helpful, but not required.

Qualifications, Education and Experience:

• High School or equivalent education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Forklift experience helpful, not required.

Physical Requirements Required to Perform Essential Functions of Job:

• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged duration, walk, climb, bend and squat.
• Comfortable standing, walking, and bending for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, or kneel repeatedly as part of job duties.
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions may require withstand exposure to heat, cold, rain, or other elements.
• Reach above shoulder heights or below the waist or lift as required to file documents, store materials, or move materials.
• Individual may be subject to intermittent moderate noise levels.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.