Seasonal Sales Associate — Flexible Hours, Fast-Paced Retail

Five Below; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Five Below Inc. in Albany, NY is seeking a part-time Seasonal Sales Associate to deliver outstanding customer service during the busy holiday season. You will help customers, keep merchandise organized, and ensure the sales floor is stocked, while providing smooth checkout experiences at the register.

The role is temporary October through January. Candidates should be 16+ and flexible, with a friendly, detail-oriented approach and comfort with technology. This position starts at $16.00/hour.

Qualifications

• At least 16 years old.
• Available to work a flexible schedule.
• Comfortable with or willing to learn technology (such as computers, cash registers, hand-held and mobile devices).
• Good communicator able to engage with customers.
• Handle customer interactions courteously and professionally.
• Use basic information-gathering skills to solve problems.
• Learn procedural knowledge via on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers promptly: Approach and acknowledge customers immediately, providing assistance and handling multiple customers efficiently.
• Understand and meet customer needs: Assess customer needs by sharing product knowledge, answering questions, directing them to merchandise, and offering recommendations.
• Promote store events and promotions: Inform customers about current store events and promotions to drive sales.
• Resolve customer concerns: Address issues and offer alternative solutions, turning returns into exchanges where possible.
• Communicate needs to management: Inform management about restocking, service requirements, and feedback promptly.
• Support team and company goals: Collaborate with the team to achieve store objectives and a positive work environment.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

Retail tech

Tools

Cash register

POS system

Handheld devices

Mobile devices

Job description

Five Below Inc. in Albany, NY is seeking a part-time Seasonal Sales Associate to deliver outstanding customer service during the busy holiday season. You will help customers, keep merchandise organized, and ensure the sales floor is stocked, while providing smooth checkout experiences at the register.

The role is temporary October through January. Candidates should be 16+ and flexible, with a friendly, detail-oriented approach and comfort with technology. This position starts at $16.00/hour.