Sales Associate Part Time - Austin, TX

Blenders; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free product

Employee discount

Job summary

Blenders Eyewear in Austin, TX, is seeking a part-time Retail Sales Associate who actively drives store performance beyond just supporting it. You will engage customers, influence purchases, and deliver a high-energy, product-focused in-store experience.

You’ll work with store leadership to improve conversion, AOV, and KPIs, keep the floor stocked, execute promotions, and stay on top of trends. Must have 1–3+ years of retail experience, strong communication, and a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of retail or sales experience in performance-driven environments.
• Confident in engaging customers and guiding purchasing decisions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, self-starter mindset with action orientation.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers and influence purchase decisions
• Drive store conversion, average order value, and revenue
• Create a high-energy, product-focused in-store experience
• Work with store leadership to support day-to-day performance

Skills

Retail sales experience

Customer engagement

Communication skills

Bias toward action

Job description

Who We Are

Born in San Diego in 2012, Blenders Eyewear was built on a simple idea: great style, performance, and accessibility shouldn’t require compromise. What started as a passion project has grown into a fast-scaling eyewear brand across Sun, Snow, and RX - designed for people who choose to stand out, not blend in.
We’re building a retail experience that matches our product: high energy, product-led, and performance-driven.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Retail Sales Associatewho actively drives store performance, rather than just supporting it.

This role goes beyond traditional retail. You will be responsible for:

• Engaging customers and influencing purchase decisions
• Driving conversion, AOV, and overall revenue
• Creating a high-energy, product-focused in-store experience

You’ll work closely with store leadership and be a key contributor to how the business performs day-to-day.

What You’ll Own

Customer Experience & Selling

• Deliver a high-energy, product-driven sales experience
• Actively engage customers and guide them to the right product
• Drive conversion and attachment (multiple units, add-ons, upgrades)
• Confidently communicate product features, styling, and benefits

Store Performance

• Contribute to store KPIs including conversion, AOV, and UPT
• Support execution of product launches, promotions, and merchandising
• Maintain strong awareness of top-performing styles and trends

Operations & Execution

• Keep the sales floor fully stocked, organized, and visually strong
• Execute transactions accurately and efficiently
• Support inventory, replenishment, and loss prevention standards

Team & Culture

• Bring a positive, accountable, team-first mindset
• Take initiative and identify opportunities to improve performance
• Partner with leadership to continuously elevate execution

What You Bring

• 1 - 3+ years of retail or sales experience (performance-driven environments preferred)
• Confidence in engaging customers and driving sales outcomes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, self-starter mindset with a bias toward action
• Interest in product, style, and customer experience

Why Blenders

• Be part of a high-growth brand with real opportunity to advance
• Gain hands-on experience in retail performance and sales development
• Free product + employee discount
• Work with a team that values energy, accountability, and growth

Position Details

• Part-time role based in South Congress - Austin, TX
• Reports to Store Manager
• Must be available for weekends and flexible scheduling