Bookseller - Temporary

Barnes & Noble - Ocala, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Ocala, FL

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

The Bookseller position is a temporary role focused on providing exceptional customer service in a bookstore environment. The primary goal is to create an engaging shopping experience by sharing knowledge about books and making personalized recommendations. The role involves maintaining a vibrant store atmosphere through effective merchandising and displays, as well as participating in community outreach and events.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for customers and share knowledge of books.
• Ensure a vibrant bookstore through effective presentation and merchandising.
• Leverage key campaigns to engage customers and promote sales.
• Continuously educate yourself on books and the industry to enhance customer experience.
• Identify key titles and tailor merchandise selection to reflect community interests.
• Maintain store cleanliness and create inviting displays.
• Assist with events and community outreach efforts.
• Adhere to company processes to protect assets and control expenses.
• Provide urgent and caring assistance to customers and employees.
• Model expected behaviors to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Engage in physical activities such as standing, bending, lifting, and climbing as needed.

Requirements

• Passionate reader with knowledge about books.
• Positive and can-do attitude.
• Enjoy working with people and solving problems.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in retail or customer service.
• Familiarity with current book trends and popular titles.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to accommodate personal needs.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and engaging environment.