Seasonal Retail Sales Associate

Uncommon Goods; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage $23/hour

40% product discount

Pop-up in Grand Central NYC

Job summary

Uncommon Goods is hiring a Seasonal Retail Associate for a pop-up shop at Grand Central. You will be the face of the brand, delivering excellent customer service, sharing the stories behind our curated gifts, and helping shoppers find meaningful items.

Ideal candidates enjoy in-person shopping, are energized by a fast-paced holiday environment, and can be flexible with shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Competitive hourly wage and 40% product discount are offered.

Qualifications

• Retail or customer service experience is encouraged but not required.
• Strong communication and a friendly demeanor are essential.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with reliability and motivation to drive sales.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, attentive customer service to ensure an exceptional shopping experience.
• Engage with customers, share product stories, and offer gift suggestions.
• Maintain a well-stocked, visually appealing sales floor with merchandising.
• Assist with cash register operations, including sales, returns, and gift wrapping.
• Work with the team to meet daily sales goals during high-traffic periods.
• Uphold brand values and commitment to sustainability.
• Achieve daily, weekly, and holiday sales goals.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Shift flexibility

In-person sales

Job description

Join our team at the Uncommon Goods pop-up shop as a Seasonal Retail Associate and help create a memorable shopping experience. You’ll be the face of Uncommon Goods, providing excellent customer service, sharing the stories behind our unique products, and helping shoppers find meaningful gifts. If you love interacting with people, enjoy a fast-paced retail environment, and want to be part of a fun and festive holiday team, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, attentive customer service to ensure an exceptional shopping experience.
• Engage with customers, share product stories, and offer gift suggestions and information about our curated collection.
• Maintain a well-stocked, visually appealing sales floor, including merchandising and restocking displays as needed.
• Assist with cash register operations, including sales transactions, returns, and gift wrapping.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily sales goals and keep operations running smoothly during high-traffic periods.
• Uphold Uncommon Goods’ brand values and our commitment to sustainability and unique, meaningful gifts.
• Achieve daily, weekly, and overall holiday sales goals.

Qualifications

• Retail or customer service experience is highly encouraged but not required. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and strong motivation to engage customers and drive sales are essential.
• Passion for delivering excellent customer experiences and enthusiasm for in-person shopping.
• Strong communication skills and an outgoing, friendly demeanor.
• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with a proactive and reliable work ethic.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift or move merchandise as needed (up to 25 lbs) with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Location

• Grand Central Holiday Fair (Inside Grand Central at Vanderbilt Hall, 89 E 42nd St, Manhattan)
• Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Monday–Sunday
• Shifts begin 15 minutes before opening.

Duration

Early November through December 2026, with possible extension through the first week of January.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $23/hour
• 40% Discount on all Uncommon Goods Products
• Opportunity to be part of a vibrant pop-up experience in one of New York City’s most iconic locations

Everyone Is Welcome Here

At Uncommon Goods, we believe we're all out of the ordinary. That's why we're committed to making diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging part of everything we do. We strive to make significant changes to our business—from how we source our products to how we build and cultivate our team- so we can be everyone's favorite place to work. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Uncommon Goods is committed to equal employment opportunity. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] . We will consider requests for reasonable accommodation and engage in the interactive process, as appropriate, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable law.

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The best part of Uncommon Goods is us–our team. We've been around for over 20 years because of all the wonderful people who make UG the one-of-a-kind company it is.