Sales Associate II - Full Time

Rescue Mission Alliance; Town of Lysander (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Plan with employer contribution

Thrifty Shopper Employee Discount

Job summary

Rescue Mission Alliance in Baldwinsville, NY is seeking a Full Time Sales Associate II for the Thrifty Shopper. You will greet customers, assist with sizing and pricing, and promote the Rescue Mission while building relationships.

The role includes cashier duties, stocking, and merchandising to support an efficient, service-oriented store. You will work with store management to open/close when needed, handle cash reconciliation, and help maintain a safe, clean shopping environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years retail experience preferred.
• Previous cash register and reconciliation experience preferred.
• Emotionally mature and able to handle stress professionally and in public.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with product information.
• Process payments including cash, checks, and card transactions.
• Stock shelves and set up displays; maintain clean, organized store areas.
• Assist in opening/closing procedures in the absence of store management.
• Support management with efficient and service-oriented store operations.

Skills

Retail experience

Cash handling

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Rescue Mission is seeking a Full Time Sales Associate IIto work in our BaldwinsvilleThriftyShopper. The Sales Associate II serves customers by displaying, promoting, sizing, pricing, and tagging merchandise. This position assists store management with running an efficient and service-oriented store. Promotes Rescue Mission while building relationships with customers. Provides customer service by greeting the customers with a smile and hello, providing information, and answering questions. Responsible for opening and closing procedures in the absence of store manager and/or assistant store manager. Responsible for cash reconciliation at the end of shifts in the absence of store manager and/or assistant store manager. Displays merchandise by stocking shelves, counters, racks and tables, as needed. Promotes sales by setting up displays, making announcements as directed by the supervisor and informing customers of the special sales. Obtains payments by processing cash, checks, sales discounts, and credit cards. Maintains the clean and orderly condition of the store. Contributes by displaying a team attitude. Creates a safe environment by complying with procedures and policies. Assists in identifying, reporting and solving issues to the store management.

Education Requirements

• High School diplomas or GED certificate

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Needed to Perform Effectively in this Position

• 1-3 years retail experience preferred
• Previous cash register and reconciliation experience preferred
• Emotionally mature and able to handle stress professionally and in public

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work in an unsupervised atmosphere
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings and days
• Customer-service oriented
• Manages time efficiently
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• This position will require the ability to stand for long periods of time, visually check color coded racks and sizing by number, bending and lifting will be required.
• Transparent & Open Communication – The Rescue Mission encourages honest and open communication at all levels. Input and feedback are sought from all employees.
• Work/Life Balance – We are encouraged to meet our professional goals and perform at our best, but also enjoy a fulfilling life outside of the work environment.
• Continued Growth & Learning – Our organization adapts to change by providing training and development in rapidly evolving areas. We believe in routine training to improve efficiency and instill positive attitudes.
• Team Spirit – We are valued for our talents, dedication and hard work as individuals and as an overall team. This ultimately leads to a strong sense of unity among each and every one of us.

The Rescue Mission is an equal opportunity employer.

We are focused on taking care of our employees with the same caring values we have for our clients. The Rescue Mission offers a comprehensive benefits package for both our full-time and part-time employees:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account – FSA
• Company Paid Group Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Career Development and Growth Opportunities
• Short Term Disability
• 401(K) Plan that includes employer contributions
• Personal Illness, Accident & Cancer Insurance
• Discounted Auto, Home & Renters Insurance
• 529 NY State College Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Empower Credit Union Membership
• Thrifty Shopper Employee Discount