Retail Store Associate - Part-Time

ALCIVIA; Amery (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

ALCIVIA is seeking a part-time Retail Store Associate for their Country Store in Amery, WI. This position involves customer service, cash handling, and maintaining store operations in a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates should exhibit strong communication skills and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Company Clothing Annual Allowance

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Previous Customer Service experience is preferred.
• Forklift and Propane Certification are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports daily operations of the Country Store and provides friendly service.
• Handles cash transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Promotes a customer-focused environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Mathematical Skills

Ability to Multi-task

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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Description

• If you don't have a resume, then you can still apply for this position by visiting our Careers page (https://www.alcivia.com/careers/) and complete the "General Application (No Resume)" application.
  
  

Description

ALCIVIA is growing and looking to add a part-time Retail Store Associate at our Country Store location in Amery, WI. Are you looking for a company where work-life balance is respected, honest effort is rewarded, and your contribution is appreciated? You’re looking for ALCIVIA.

• If you don't have a resume, then you can still apply for this position by visiting our Careers page (https://www.alcivia.com/careers/) and complete the "General Application (No Resume)" application.
  
  

Work Schedule: 20-25 hours per week, Monday – Friday; with working every other Saturday morning.

Pay Type: Hourly Rate, bi-weekly.

Work Location: 554 State Road 46, Amery, WI 54001.

Part-Time Benefit Package: Part-Time benefit eligibility begins the 1st of the month following date of hire.

• Paid Time Off.
• Company Clothing Annual Allowance.
  
  

ALCIVIA is a leading, member-owned agricultural and energy cooperative located in Wisconsin and serving customers in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, and Iowa. We provide expertise, service, and products in the areas of agronomy, animal nutrition, energy, and grain, and have a full portfolio of options for competitive operating loans and input financing. Learn more at https://www.alcivia.com/

• Company Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXksxCuX2Ak
• Visit our Company Social Media Accounts: Facebook and LinkedIn.
  
  

Country Store Information

The ALCIVIA Amery Country Store has a broad inventory of products for your farm or hobby farm. Our knowledgeable and friendly associates will help guide you to a solution for any of your needs, and will even carry your order to your car, or set it aside for your next bag route delivery. The Amery Country Store features ALCIVIA’s widest selection of Purina feed products, as well as many other retail items. Below are some items that are featured at our Country Store:

• Feed - Bird seed, Chicken feed, Pet food, Deer and wildlife feed, Purina game fish food, Mazuri products, and more.
• Livestock Products - Livestock show supplements and care, Milk replacers, Barn/stable supplies, Fencing supplies.
• Other Items - Lawn and garden supplies, Clothing, Footwear, Green Mountain grills, Deer stands, Fishing equipment, and more.
  
  

Country Store Hours

• Monday - Friday: 8:00am to 5:00pm.
• Saturday: 8:00am to 12:00pm.
  
  

Retail Store Associate Essential Responsibilities

The Retail Store Associate supports the daily operations of the Country Store and serves our customers in a friendly, professional, courteous and efficient manner resulting in satisfied customers and repeat business.

• Promotes a customer-focused environment by providing friendly, courteous and helpful service that provides customers with desired products, services and experiences
• Greets customers entering the store and thanks customers for their business after a sale
• Looks for ways to assist the customer and offers carry-out service when appropriate
• Communicates respectfully and effectively with customers and listens to their concerns
• Answers customer questions and resolves complaints in a timely and efficient manner
• Collaborates with Inventory Specialist to maintain timely cycle counting of in-store products
• Prioritizes needs for the day and utilizes lists to ensure all tasks are accomplished
• Ensures cash drawer is accurate and has adequate change at the beginning of a shift
• Completes customer purchases by scanning or manually entering the prices of items into the cash register, subtracting any coupons or discounts, totaling the purchase, collecting payment, returning any change owed, issuing a receipt and bagging goods
• Requests additional identification as needed for payment by check or charge card
• Records all sales promptly and accurately according to company policy
• Counts the money in the cash drawer to ensure that it equals sales at end of shift
• Separates and totals charge forms, return slips, coupons and other noncash items
• Performs merchandise returns and exchanges according to company policy
• Completes shift checkout sheet accurately, neatly and timely per company guidelines
• Receives product deliveries and ensures accuracy of order and invoice
• Minimizes controllable expenses by following company guidelines regarding the handling of spoilage, breakage and items for store use
• Prices merchandise, stocks shelves and rotates product throughout the store as needed
• Maintains inventory and orders merchandise from assigned vendors as needed
• Eliminates or reduces financial losses due to theft by modeling ethical behaviors
• Understands the features and benefits of products and their location within the store
• Regularly practices suggestive selling by asking customers if they would like to include an additional purchase or recommending a product that might suit the customer
• Assists with in-store promotions, merchandising techniques and marketing displays
• Identifies and makes suggestions for store, process and sales improvements
• Maintains a safe working area and keeps walkways clean of slip or trip hazards
• Follows company and location safety policies and promptly reports any and all accidents by employees, customers and vendors that occur on company premises
• Performs housekeeping activities as needed including: sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning and servicing restrooms, emptying garbage, and dusting and cleaning store
• Ensures that shelves and product is well organized
• Maintains and cleans the grounds and parking lot
• Reports to work for scheduled shifts, on-time, appropriately uniformed and ready to work
• Trains and communicates new procedures to coworkers as necessary
• Participates in department, team and all staff meetings
• Accepts and offers feedback and suggestions openly and respectfully
• Accepts direction willingly and follows through with delegated tasks
• Learns and adapts to new tasks or situations quickly and cooperatively
• Maintains open communication with manager and coworkers
• Establishes performance goals and works to achieve those goals
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Requirements

Retail Store Associate Required Skills & Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED is required
• Previous Customer Service experience is preferred
• Forklift Certification is preferred
• Propane Certification is preferred
• Effective communication, interpersonal and listening skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to read, interpret and follow instruction
• Ability to prioritize tasks and multi-task
• Wisconsin Alcohol Seller/Server Training (age 18 and older) is required
• Safety first mindset
  
  

Find your place in a positive, supportive atmosphere where opportunity is always growing, with a team that believes in its mission. Enjoy a job that grows along with you as your skills and talents evolve, while fueling the needs of your family, friends, and billions of others who depend on agriculture. Visit our Careers page to view all our current openings at https://www.alcivia.com/careers/

• ALCIVIA Locations: https://www.alcivia.com/connect/locations/

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Farming

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