Retail Sales Specialist

Staples; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time hours

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) match

Dental and vision insurance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading retail office supply store is looking for a Retail Sales Specialist in Dubuque, Iowa. You'll provide excellent customer service while helping customers find tech solutions and achieving sales goals. Ideal candidates should have strong customer service skills and the ability to work in a flexible, team-oriented environment. This part-time position offers numerous perks, including paid time off and discounts on products.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service experience required.
• Ability to collaborate in a high-paced environment.
• Able to work flexible hours as per store 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: experience selling products or services.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive, inviting environment for customers.
• Stay current on technology products to offer solutions.
• Respond quickly to customer requests on the sales floor.
• Ensure the Tech department achieves key metrics, including profitable sales
• Be flexible on various responsibilities (e.g., cashier, merchandising, returns, other duties as assigned)

Skills

Customer service experience

Communication skills

Ability to lift/move materials

Flexibility in work schedule

Integrity

Lifting 10–50 lbs

Job description

Join to apply for the Retail Sales Specialist role at Staples.

Sales Specialists provide exceptional customer service in helping our customers find a total solution both in-store and through the kiosk. You’ll have our customers’ needs in mind as you provide solutions. You will 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

Play an active role in helping both your store and your customer win

• Create a positive, inviting environment for customers as you learn their tech and overall needs
• Stay current on technology products, offerings and services to offer a total solution
• Respond quickly and resourcefully to customer requests and concerns on the sales floor
• Ensure the Tech department achieves key metrics, including profitable sales
• Be flexible on various responsibilities (e.g., cashier, merchandising, returns, other duties as assigned)

Essential Skills and Experience

• Able to work a flexible schedule based on the store’s needs
• Strong customer service experience
• Demonstrated ability to engage and speak to 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: experience selling products or services

Staples does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Seniority level: Entry level. Employment type: Part-time. Job function: Sales and Business Development. Industries: Retail Office Equipment.

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