Seasonal Pop-Culture Sales Pro

Hot Topic, Inc.; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Hot Topic, Inc. is seeking a Seasonal Sales Associate to help create the best customer experience for fans of music and pop culture.

You will share fandom knowledge, stock and replenish products, and help merchandise the store visually while staying focused on the in-store experience. Responsibilities include assisting customers, operating the register, executing planogram changes, and collaborating with management to ensure a smooth shopping environment.

Qualifications

• Retail experience preferred.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and selling.
• Minimum age 16 years.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and handle store duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide a great shopping experience to encourage repeat visits.
• Cover sales floor and maintain visual standards.
• Operate the register and drive add-on sales (BOPIS & curbside).
• Assist with planogram changes (store map, wall, fixture, merchandising).
• Share fashion and music trend information with management and HQ partners.
• Prevent theft and maintain store security.
• Keep stock room organized and the store tidy.
• Team-oriented duties and other tasks from Store Leader.

Skills

Customer service

Sales skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Tools

POS system

Job description

Hot Topic, Inc. is seeking a Seasonal Sales Associate to help create the best customer experience for fans of music and pop culture.

You will share fandom knowledge, stock and replenish products, and help merchandise the store visually while staying focused on the in-store experience. Responsibilities include assisting customers, operating the register, executing planogram changes, and collaborating with management to ensure a smooth shopping environment.