Seasonal Sales Associate

The Paper Store; Canton (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Paper Store is seeking dedicated Sales Associates to deliver outstanding customer service in a fast-paced retail setting. You will greet customers, understand their needs, share product knowledge, and suggest complementary items to enhance the shopping experience.

Responsibilities include POS transactions, stocking, merchandising, and maintaining store standards, while upholding the TPS brand and providing friendly, energetic service daily.

Qualifications

• Experience with world class service standards (G.U.E.S.T) and customer-centric approach.
• Ability to greet customers warmly and determine needs with questions.
• Knowledge of product features and benefits to match customer needs.
• Ability to suggest additional items to increase sales and upsell.
• Experience operating POS systems and processing transactions accurately.
• Maintaining store merchandising and cleanliness per guidelines.
• Collaborative teamwork and adherence to company policies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver world class service using the G.U.E.S.T. approach.
• Greet customers warmly and assess needs with questions.
• Explain product features and benefits; perform upsells when appropriate.
• Process transactions accurately at the POS.
• Maintain merchandising standards and store cleanliness.
• Support promotions and store experiences across channels.

Skills

G.U.E.S.T service

Customer greeting

Needs assessment

Product knowledge

Upselling

POS operation

Merchandising

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Job description

Sales Associates are responsible for delivering world class service, achieving sales goals and maintaining merchandising standards in a fun and fast paced retail environment. Sales Associates report directly to the Store Team Leader and other members of management.Sales associates are responsible for providing customers with a unique shopping experience by utilizing the G.U.E.S.T. service approach. Sales Associates responsibilities also include following company guidelines when ringing up customers at the POS, processing new product, stocking shelves, recovery of the sales floor, and cleaning throughout the store.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Act as a TPS Champion by modeling the G.U.E.S.T. service approach, and consistently delivering World Class ServiceGreet and welcome every customer warmly and with enthusiasmUnderstand customer needs by asking open-ended questionsExplain product features and benefits in relation to the customers’ needs by providing in-depth product knowledgeSuggest additional items to build onto sales by utilizing effective selling techniquesThank the customer sincerely and invite them to return and shop with us againBe a TPS brand ambassadorBuild customer loyalty by being friendly, attentive and respectful of customersContribute to a positive work environment with respectful, ethical behavior and honest communication, demonstrating professionalism at all times.Professional presentation in attire, demeanor, appearance and compliance to company dress codeSupport all sales efforts and initiatives across all business channels in an effort to maximize company salesConsistently capture accurate and valid customer information at the POSMaintain awareness of all current promotions and process them correctly at the Point of SaleEnthusiastically participate in training and development as required utilizing all training resourcesPrepare incoming product for the sales floor by following instruction and guidance from supervisorsMerchandise product following company visual guidelines and visual standardsAfter comprehensive training, performing ear piercings and providing a safe, sanitary experience in accordance with state, federal and CDC guidelines. (select locations)Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of computers, systems and programs relevant to the positionMaintain store maintenance and cleanliness standardsComplete all other tasks as directed by store management in assigned time frameComply with all company policies and proceduresJOB REQUIREMENTS:Previous experience in specialty retail is preferred, but not requiredAbility to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidaysAbility to multitask while being attentive to customers and remaining flexible to the needs of the businessPossess an ability to work well in a team environmentProficient in using Microsoft Office and POS SystemsAbility to stand for long periods of timeProfessional conduct, demeanor and attire, in compliance with company dress codeAbility to lift and mobilize medium to large items up to 50 lbs., while utilizing appropriate safety techniques