Experienced Part-Time/Casual Customer Service & Sales Assistant – Retail Operations & Sales Floor Management with blithequark

Join the Team at blithequark: Where Customer Experience Meets Retail Innovation

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and driving sales in a dynamic retail environment? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced setting with a team of like-minded individuals? Look no further than blithequark, a leader in collegiate retailing innovation. We're currently seeking part-time/casual Customer Service & Sales Assistants to join our team in various locations, including Sales, Print Shop Technology, Loss Prevention, and Textbooks.

About blithequark

blithequark is a high-volume, multi-channel retail operation that serves students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors. We're a dynamic hub of the university campus, dedicated to delivering legendary customer service, providing a rewarding work experience, and producing excellent financial results. Our team is built on a foundation of dependability, motivation, and teamwork, and we're looking for individuals who share these values.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales and Service: Greet and welcome customers and guests, demonstrate "active selling," provide product information and guidance, and ensure a high-quality customer service experience.
• Visual Merchandising: Assist in maintaining the appearance of the sales floor, set up seasonal promotions/visual displays, and regularly monitor assigned areas for product restocking and recovery.
• Point of Sale Support: Operate cash registers, assist customers with check-out, and execute appropriate cash handling procedures.
• Inventory & Order Fulfillment Support: Help receive and process incoming merchandise and assist with special orders and store-to-store shipping requests; possibly handling seasonal perishable goods.
• Customer Care: Support the digital and in-store shopping experience through assisting with responding to customer inquiries.

What We Value in Our Team Members

• Customer Experience: Drive a positive customer experience by building relationships, sharing product knowledge, and providing solutions to our customers' needs.
• Teamwork: Work successfully as part of a team and demonstrate excellent communication skills.
• Dependability: Be dependable in your attendance & punctuality as well as flexible in your schedule based on business needs.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• Pleasant Personality: Must have a pleasant personality and excellent customer service skills.
• Computer/Systems Competency: Moderate computer/systems competency.
• Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Physical Abilities: Ability to occasionally climb ladders, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds as needed, and stand for long periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior Retail Experience: Prior retail sales experience is helpful but not required.

What We Offer

Compensation:

• Competitive Hourly Rate: Starting at $16.25/hour.

Work Environment:

• Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a fast-paced retail environment with a team of like-minded individuals.
• Variable Schedule: Schedule varies based on availability, business needs, and work performance; some nights, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Career Growth Opportunities:

• Learning Benefits: Opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic retail environment.
• Team Culture: Collaborative and supportive team culture that values diversity and inclusion.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and driving sales in a dynamic retail environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at blithequark. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, through our online application portal.

EEO Statement

blithequark is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment that is free from discrimination.

Notice to Applicants

Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement, which contains important information about applying for a position at blithequark, as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.

Conclusion

Join our team at blithequark and be part of a dynamic retail environment that values customer experience, teamwork, and growth. Apply now for this exciting opportunity and take the first step towards a rewarding career in retail.