Seasonal Part-Time Sales Associate

Minis; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

MINISO USA is seeking a Seasonal Sales Associate to provide outstanding customer service and maintain store presentation during peak seasons. You will support daily sales operations, assist customers in locating merchandise, and help with returns and exchanges.

This role requires friendliness, strong communication, and reliability, with a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings. Retail experience is preferred, and you will participate in promotions and membership enrollment at the POS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Retail sales experience preferred.
• Ability to engage with customers in a friendly, professional manner.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed.
• Strong verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly and deliver a friendly, engaging shopping experience.
• Answer product questions, provide suggestions, and assist customers in locating merchandise.
• Process customer inquiries, returns, and exchanges according to store policy.
• Operate the cash register, handle payments, promote MINISO Membership, and check inventory.
• Follow store policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.

Skills

Customer engagement

Verbal communication

Reliability & punctuality

Flexibility schedule

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Seasonal Sales Associate is responsible for providing exceptional customer service, maintaining store presentation, and supporting daily sales operations during peak seasons. This role contributes to an enjoyable and efficient shopping experience for all MINISO USA customers while supporting store goals and visual merchandising standards.

Essential Job Functions

1. Customer service

• Greet customers warmly and deliver a friendly, engaging shopping experience.
• Answer product questions, provide suggestions, and assist customers in locating merchandise.
• Process customer inquiries, returns, and exchanges according to store policy.

2. Sales floor maintenance

• Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing sales floor.
• Replenish inventory, restock shelves, and ensure product availability.
• Support execution of visual merchandising guidelines to reflect brand standards.

3. Cash handling & Point of Sale (POS)

• Operate the cash register accurately and efficiently.
• Handle cash, credit, and other payment transactions while maintaining accuracy and preventing errors.
• Promote and enroll customers in the MINISO Membership Program.
• Use POS systems to apply promotions and check inventory as needed.

4. Other duties

• Follow all store policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Support team members and management with additional assigned tasks.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and collaborative attitude at all times.

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to engage with customers in a friendly, helpful, and professional manner.
• Strong verbal communication skills for clear and effective customer interactions.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed.
• Adheres to store policies and procedures.
• Supports management with additional tasks as assigned.
• Maintains a professional and respectful demeanor with customers and colleagues.
• Demonstrates reliability through consistent attendance and punctuality.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Retail sales experience preferred.

Pay Range

USD $14.00 - USD $14.00 /Hr.