Sales Associate - Early Morning

Made In Oregon; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking covered by MIO

Alcohol and merchandise discounts

Job summary

Made In Oregon's Portland Airport location is seeking a Sales Associate to welcome travelers and showcase Oregon products in a vibrant airport store.

You will engage customers, recommend products, and process transactions while keeping the floor organized and visually appealing. Prior retail or customer service experience is helpful, and you should be ready to meet sales targets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Retail or customer service experience is preferred but not required.
• Must be over 21 or older due to wine tasting.
• Must have or obtain an OLCC License.
• Pass a federal background screening due to airport regulations.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to understand their needs and provide personalized product recommendations.
• Maximize customer satisfaction through product knowledge and friendly service.
• Provide a pleasant shopping experience and maintain an organized sales floor.
• Process customer transactions accurately using the point-of-sale system.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve sales targets and store performance.

Skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are looking to add a Sales Associates to our amazing team at our Portland Airport Location! Our Airport store is an exciting and fun place to work with traveleres from all over the world shopping with us. We want people who love working with the public, helping tourists feel welcome, and love Oregon products. You will truly be an ambassador for all things Oregon.

About the Role:

The Sales Associate plays a crucial role in driving sales and enhancing customer satisfaction within our retail environment. This position is responsible for engaging with customers, understanding their needs, and providing tailored solutions to meet those needs. The Sales Associate will also maintain a well-organized and visually appealing sales floor, ensuring that products are displayed effectively to attract customers. Additionally, this role involves processing transactions accurately and efficiently, contributing to the overall financial success of the store. The Sales Associate is key to fostering a positive shopping experience that encourages repeat business and customer loyalty.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in retail or customer service is preferred but not required.
• Must be over 21 or older due to wine tasting
• Must have or obtain an OLCC License
• Due to airport regulations, you will need to pass a federal background screening.

Responsibilities:

• Engage with customers to understand their needs and provide personalized product recommendations.
• Maximize customer satisfaction through product knowledge.
• Provide a pleasant shopping experience.
• Maintain an organized and visually appealing sales floor, including restocking shelves and arranging displays.
• Process customer transactions accurately and efficiently using the point-of-sale system.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve sales targets and enhance overall store performance.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• The associate must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• The associate must frequently stand for long periods of time.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; as well as reach, twist or squat.
• Ability to maneuver around sales floor, stockroom and office areas.
• Ability to work in an open environment with fluctuating temperatures and standard lighting.

Additional Information:

• Parking, Max/bus commute fee will be covered by MIO
• Employee discount 40 % off on most merchandise and 30% off on alcohol.