Retail Sales Associate II

IKEA; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 32,001 - 45,212; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Tuition discount

Retirement and bonus plans

Co-worker discount

24/7 telehealth visits

Medical and Rx plans

Job summary

A leading home furnishing retailer in Paramus, NJ, is seeking a part-time retail sales associate to enhance customer experience and optimize sales through exceptional service. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in retail and an understanding of design principles. The role offers a flexible schedule, generous benefits, and competitive hourly rates ranging from $23.23 to $32.82 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in retail sales, ideally in home furnishings.
• Understanding of basic design principles and modular furniture planning.

Responsibilities

• Optimize shopping experience through attentive customer service.
• Build relationships with customers for in-store and remote support.
• Act as an expert on a variety of products and services.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Sales expertise

Communication skills

Education

2-3 years of retail sales experience

Familiarity with design principles

Job description

Why we will love you

You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.

A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share your uniqueness. Join our team and start a better life for yourself.

What you’ll be doing day to day

• Optimizing the shopping experience through knowledgeable and attentive customer service to continually increase sales.
• Creating relationships with customers to provide support in-store and remotely.
• Acting as an expert and consultant on a broad range of products and services to inspire and inform customers.
• Listening to, identifying, anticipating, and responding to customer needs.
• Maximizing sales, while maintaining profitability, by actively steering customers towards top-selling and prioritized products.
• Analyzing and adjusting sales space capacities based on sales location to secure high stock availability.
• Supporting the implementation and upkeep of planned and promotional activities in, or involving, your product range.

JOB TYPE – Permanent, Part-time

HOURS – 12-20 hours per week. Must have complete open working availability throughout the week Mondays to Saturdays between the hours of 9:00AM to 10:30PM.

The hourly pay rate range for this role is $23.23 - $32.82

Benefits

At IKEA, taking care of our co-workers and their dependents is a top priority. That’s why we offer our eligible, regular co-workers (part-time and full-time) a full menu of benefits and perk options to help everyone maintain work and life balance, be well and plan for their future. Join our team and enjoy these benefits and so much more!

• Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time
• WiselyPay – get earned wages up to two days early
• Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
• KinderCare tuition discount
• Retirement and bonus plans
• Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
• Pet insurance program
• Education assistance and learning programs
• Safety shoe reimbursement
• 24/7 telehealth visits
• Dental and vision plans
• Medical and Rx plans (Must work minimum of 20 hours per week)
• A fun and inclusive work environment!

Qualifications

2-3 years of experience in retail sales, preferably in the home furnishing sector. Familiarity with basic design principals and modular furniture planning.

• 2-3 years of experience in retail sales, preferably in the home furnishing sector
• Familiarity with basic design principals and modular furniture planning

The starting rate/salary for this position ranges from 23.23 USD to 32.82 USD and will be based on relevant work experience.