Retail Store Sales Associate

Blick Art Materials; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 21,352 - 21,697; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) & profit sharing plan

Incentive bonus plans

Paid time off

Employee discount

Job summary

Blick Art Materials in Miami is seeking a Retail Store Sales Associate to provide outstanding customer service and generate revenue through product knowledge. Responsibilities include assisting customers at the Custom Services desk and coordinating merchandise set-ups.

The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills and a working knowledge of traditional fine art mediums. The position offers flexible scheduling and a pay rate of $15.50 – $15.75 per hour plus sales incentives.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Working knowledge of a variety of traditional fine art mediums preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver superior customer service by combining sales and product knowledge.
• Complete training programs to enhance service delivery.
• Assist customers at the Custom Services desk.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Knowledge of art mediums

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

By exhibiting exceptional teamwork, boundless curiosity, and the utmost care, the Retail Store Sales Associate will assist their team to fulfill Blick’s commitment to our customers, the Arts, and our local communities. The Retail Store Sales Associate will do this by maintaining outstanding customer service, generating revenue through helpful product knowledge, housekeeping, merchandising, signing, pricing, POS operations, and loss prevention in adherence to all company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Consistently delivers superior customer service by combining sales, product knowledge, and other skill training to meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Completes and utilizes the following programs: Blick Onboarding Training, Blick Sales Training, Preferred Customer Program, Special Orders, and Custom Services Training from NDS.
• Provides customer service at the Custom Services desk, including making appointments for customers, consulting on Custom Services projects, taking Custom Services orders, and delivering completed Custom Services orders in store.
• Displays an energetic and positive attitude with all customer interactions.
• Assists in the coordination of merchandise set‑ups, has knowledge of visual standards and techniques, and has the ability to implement and maintain the store as set forth by store management.
• Follows directions and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines assigned with minimal supervision.
• Understands and acts on the procedures required for reporting low stock levels, inventory discrepancies, and customer product requests to management as needed.

General Requirements

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Working knowledge of a variety of traditional fine art mediums preferred, including but not limited to paints, markers, pencils, print‑making materials, clay, papers, etc.

Scheduling Requirements

• Availability to work flexible schedules including day/evening shifts, weekends, and holidays as required by the needs of the business.
• Regular attendance in accordance with the retail attendance policy.
• Associates in this role are scheduled an average of 15–25 hours per week based on availability and the needs of the business.

Competencies

• Elevates Service Standards
• Leadership
• Champions Core Values
• People
• Operations

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds while using the appropriate lifting techniques and following all safety rules.
• Prolonged walking, standing, and climbing ladders.

Travel

• Minimal travel in the local area may be required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.

Pay Rate

$15.50 – $15.75 per hour + sales incentives.

Benefits

• 401(k) & profit sharing plan
• Incentive bonus plans
• Paid time off
• Employee discount