Retail Store Associate - Part Time

Dnp Imagingcomm America Corporation; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Tokyo Anime Center in Springfield, VA is seeking a part-time Retail Store Associate to greet customers, handle sales, and manage the store’s Gashapon machines. You will assist with promotions, keep the shop tidy, and participate in opening/closing procedures. A willingness to learn and flexible scheduling are required.

The role emphasizes high energy, strong guest service, and the ability to operate basic sales systems while maintaining an engaging retail environment for locals and visitors.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills and guest satisfaction focus.
• Ability to operate cash registers and process payments accurately.
• Ability to advise customers on promotions and sales.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with customers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and engage with customers as they enter the store.
• Work with cash registers and processing payments.
• Give customers advice about sales and promotions.
• Maintain a clean and organized store environment.
• Open and close the store as needed.
• Learn how to operate all Gashapon machines.
• Restock and maintain Gashapon machines to ensure they’re in optimal working condition.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

POS system

Product knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Retail Store Associate - Part Time

Springfield, VA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1396

Job Purpose:

Tokyo Anime Center is committed to bringing Japanese Pop Culture to the US Offering a fun and exciting experience for both locals and tourists. We pride ourselves on creating an engagin atmospherewhere our guests can enjoy Gashapon machine and Anime photo experiences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Welcome and engage with customers as they enter the store
• Work with cash registers and processing payments
• Give customers advice about sales and promotions
• Maintain a clean and organized store environment
• Open and close the store as needed
• Learn how to operate all Gashapon machines
• Restock and maintain Gashapon machines to ensure they’re in optimal working condition

Qualifications:

• Enthusiasm for Japanese POP culture
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to guest satisfaction
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Desire to gain comprehensive understanding of the store products
• Technical ability to execute simple repairs when needed
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with customers, staff and management
• Organizational and time management skills
• Strong basic math skills

Education & Experience:

• Retail experience preferred, but not required
• High energy with a passion for customer service
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• High school diploma or equivalent

Physical Demands:

• Walking and/or standing for long periods of time
• Lifting to 25 pounds
• Bending, stooping and kneeling
• Pushing and pulling

Safety Requirements

Responsible for following all DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation’s safety requirements and maintaining a clean and safe workspace.

DNP IAM is a 100 percent U.S. subsidiary of Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. (DNP) – the world’s largest manufacturer of dye-sublimation media for photo printers and thermal transfer ribbons and barcode printers. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation has the broadest selection of solutions for the photo retail market and products designed to address retailer’s specific business goals and objectives—backed by the quality and reliability today’s customers expect. Manufacturing, sales, and development offices of dye-sublimation media for photo printers are in Concord, NC, and more information is available at www.dnpphoto.com/en-us/ .

DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.