Sales Assistant

Pomona College; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pomona College is seeking a Sales Assistant to join our on-site team. You will engage customers, explain promotions, and help with sign-ups in a fast-paced retail setting.

No prior sales experience is required; a positive attitude and willingness to learn are valued. You’ll work with a supportive team to meet daily goals and develop valuable communication and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• No prior sales experience required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to learn promos and sales techniques.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Introduce customers to current promotions and exclusive offers.
• Explain products and services in a clear and engaging way.
• Assist customers through simple digital registration or sign-up processes.
• Build confidence by learning proven customer engagement techniques.
• Work collaboratively with your team to achieve daily goals.
• Develop transferable skills in communication, sales, and customer service.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Teamwork

Coachable

Tools

POS Systems

Job description

Sales Assistant

Full-Time | On-Site

Start Building Your Sales Career

Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in sales while developing valuable communication and customer service skills? We're seeking motivated individuals who enjoy meeting new people and are eager to learn in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

As a Sales Assistant, you'll represent promotional campaigns within established retail locations, helping customers discover current offers while learning practical sales techniques from experienced professionals.

What You'll Be Doing

• Engage with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Introduce customers to current promotions and exclusive offers.
• Explain products and services in a clear and engaging way.
• Assist customers through simple digital registration or sign-up processes.
• Build confidence by learning proven customer engagement techniques.
• Work collaboratively with your team to achieve daily goals.
• Develop transferable skills in communication, sales, and customer service.

What We're Looking For

You don't need previous sales experience—we're more interested in your attitude and willingness to learn.

Ideal candidates are:

• Friendly and confident communicators.
• Positive, motivated, and coachable.
• Comfortable working with people in busy retail environments.
• Reliable with strong organisational skills.
• Eager to develop professionally and grow within a team.

Students, graduates, and career changers are encouraged to apply.

Pay & Growth Opportunities

• Weekly base pay plus uncapped commission.
• Average take-home earnings of $3,600-$3,750 per month, paid weekly.
• Performance incentives available.
• Clear opportunities for career progression based on performance and initiative.