Sales Associate

Hannibal Homestore; Lamar (CO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Retirement plan

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

A local home improvement retailer in Lamar is seeking a Sales Associate to provide exceptional customer service and maintain an efficient sales floor. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a willingness to learn about store products. Responsibilities include assisting customers, processing orders, and maintaining store cleanliness. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $15.00 to $20.00, depending on experience. Become part of a dedicated team making a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and a professional attitude.
• Knowledge of effective sales methods and techniques.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service by assisting customers, both in person and on the phone.
• Create an inviting environment by maintaining a clean and orderly sales floor.
• Notify customers of upcoming promotions and new products.

Skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Sales techniques knowledge

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Tools

Point-of-sale systems

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

The Home Store isn’t just a great place to shop—it’s a great place to work. Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact every day. Working in the home improvement industry means more than fixing leaky faucets—it’s about helping people turn their houses into homes. At The Home Store, you’ll be part of a team that helps customers solve problems, bring their ideas to life, and create spaces where memories are made. You’ll gain valuable skills, work alongside a supportive team, and take pride in being part of a business that makes a real difference in the community. Ready to build more than just a career? Join us at The Home Store and be part of something special.

• varies by location
• Locally owned and operated
• Paid Vacation
• Retirement
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

You might be a great fit if…

• You enjoy serving others as we would like to be served.
• Making the best even better.
• You enjoy making a difference in your community.
• You enjoy helping others.
• You enjoy working in teams.
• You're motivated to learn new skills.

Job Summary:

Sales associates are expected to maintain a positive representation of Home Store LLC by providing an outstanding customer service experience consistent with company values. The main task of a sales associate is to assist customers and maintain a clean and efficient sales floor. They should be willing to continually learn and expand their knowledge of the retail industry. Their job will include, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent customer service by assisting customers, both in person and on the phone, answering their questions, helping them find merchandise, and suggesting add-on sales that will help them complete their project. This may also include processing special orders.
• Create an inviting environment for customers by maintaining a clean and orderly sales floor, including housekeeping tasks.
• Notify customers of upcoming promotions and new products.
• Assist with loading products into customers’ vehicles as needed.
• Merchandise products according to prescribed planograms and help maintain signage.
• Restock shelves as necessary.
• Assist in taking regular inventory of stock.
• Face and front product throughout the store at the beginning and end of the shift, and as time permits throughout the day.
• Help store staff with other tasks as needed.
• Be vigilant to identify shoplifters and other types of theft. Respond with appropriate action, according to store policy.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Adhere to all store policies and safety standards.
• Be able to cut keys for customers.

Qualifications:

• Outstanding customer service skills and a professional attitude.
• A working knowledge of the products contained in the store with a willingness to continue to learn.
• Organized, self-starter who thinks independently and solves problems.
• Knowledge of effective sales methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of point-of-sale systems in order to assist with price lookup, special orders, and order entry. Knowledge of MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong math, reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Able to lift up to 80 lbs.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Goals:

• Boost overall sales by closing the sale, and promoting the store’s loyalty program and add-on sales.
• Continually expand knowledge of all departments in the store.
• Become a versatile employee, able to help in other areas when needed.
• Take a personal interest in products sold in the store and gain the knowledge to make new products and merchandising recommendations to management.
• After enough experience, become a mentor to new employees and help them understand products and retail concepts.

Compensation: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

The Home Store is your trusted, locally owned home improvement retailer with locations in Lamar and Burlington, Colorado. We proudly serve Eastern Colorado communities with personalized service, expert advice, and a commitment to quality.

With access to over 67,000 items through our warehouse, we offer an incredible selection of tools, hardware, home goods, and building materials to support everything from weekend projects to major renovations. Whether our customers are repairing a leaky faucet or building their dream deck, we're here to help make it happen.

At The Home Store, we believe in the power of hometown service backed by big-time resources. We’re more than just a store—we’re a team of problem-solvers, project supporters, and community builders.

Join us and be part of something meaningful—helping neighbors build better homes, stronger communities, and lasting memories.