Sales Associate

Kanibal & Co; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Participation in company retirement program

Up to 40 hours of paid sick leave annually

Bonus opportunities based on performance

Ongoing mentorship and training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Kanibal & Co in Jersey City is seeking a passionate Sales Associate to create an engaging shopping experience. Responsibilities include assisting customers, checking out purchases, and maintaining inventory. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills and thrives in a fast-paced retail environment.

The role offers $19–21 per hour and opportunities for growth. Candidates are encouraged to apply via an email or through the Employee Application Form.

Qualifications

• Excited by curated retail and community-driven businesses.
• Flexible and reliable, available for varying shifts.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with shopping needs.
• Check out and accurately complete transactions.
• Support visual merchandising and organize inventory.
• Contribute to the welcoming atmosphere of the shop.

Skills

Customer connection

Product storytelling

Strong communication

Retail experience

Attention to detail

Job description

The Sales Associate creates a thoughtful and engaging shopping experience through customer connection, product storytelling, and strong knowledge of the Kanibal & Co. brand and assortment in order to drive sales.

Responsibilities Include

• Greet customers and assist them with all shopping needs, including recommendations and sizing
• Check out customers, thoughtfully ringing and wrapping their items, and accurately completing each transaction
• Assist with receiving, unpacking, and organizing inventory deliveries
• Partner with the team on all opening and closing procedures
• Support visual merchandising updates and help launch new product on the sales floor with urgency and care
• Assist with social media content creation during shifts on an as‑needed basis
• Support thoughtful selling by making personalized recommendations and helping customers discover new products
• Maintain awareness of the sales floor and proactively support restocking, organization, and customer flow throughout the day
• Contribute to the welcoming and creative energy of the shop through customer interactions and attention to detail
• Feel comfortable occasionally appearing in social media content or helping capture in‑store moments

Who You Are

• You’re excited by thoughtfully curated retail, design, gifting, and community-driven small businesses
• You're a natural communicator who connects easily with customers and teammates alike
• You genuinely enjoy helping people and take pride in creating a great experience, whether you're ringing someone up or tracking down the perfect item in the back
• You thrive in a fast-moving environment and bring energy and focus even on the busiest days
• You're flexible and reliable, available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as the business needs
• You're comfortable standing for extended periods of time
• You're able to move through the sales floor with ease and lift up to 30 pounds

Compensation

$19–21/hour

This is a full-time hourly position with a pay range of $19–21 per hour.

Team members are eligible for the following:

• Participation in the company retirement program
• Up to 40 hours of paid sick leave annually (in accordance with NJ law)
• Bonus opportunities based on individual and store performance
• Ongoing mentorship and training
• Growth opportunities within a creative, community-minded retail environment

Apply

To apply, please send your resume and a short introduction to [e-mail] or apply through our Employee Application Form below.

Kanibal + Co. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply.

Employee Application Form

Please fill out the Employee Application form if you'd like to be a part of our team!