Retail Sales Associate (San Diego, CA)

Staples; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Employee discounts

401(k) match

Dental and vision insurance

Job summary

Staples in San Diego, CA is seeking a Retail Sales Associate to deliver exceptional customer service, help customers find products, and process returns or online pickups. This role offers flexible part-time hours, training provided, and a team-oriented retail culture.

Benefits include weekly pay, discounts on merchandise, a 401(k) match, and health coverage options. Join a collaborative store team focused on customer care and sales excellence.

Qualifications

• Retail experience in customer service or cashier roles is preferred.
• Ability to lift/move 10–50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Ability to engage with customers and identify their needs.
• Flexible scheduling based on store requirements.
• Staples does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Responsibilities

• Multitask across cashier, sales, and merchandising.
• Assist customers and present products to meet needs.
• Handle returns and online pickups efficiently.
• Respond quickly to customer requests and concerns.
• Create a positive, inviting environment for customers.
• Be flexible with duties as assigned (e.g., cleaning, stocking).

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Conflict resolution

Communication

Job description

Compensation $17.80 - $18.05/hour

Job Type Permanent

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.

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.

Retail Sales Associate (San Diego, CA) Staples