RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE

$49,000 - $59,000/Yr

Verizon Communications - Sea Girt, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Sea Girt, NJ

Telecommunications

About the position

As a Verizon Retail Sales Associate, you will play a crucial role in driving retail sales and providing exceptional customer service. This position offers the opportunity to grow your career within a supportive team environment focused on unlocking your full potential. You will engage with customers, understand their needs, and recommend technology solutions that enhance their experience with Verizon. The role includes ongoing training and the potential for significant earnings through commission, making it an exciting entry-level opportunity for both new and experienced sales professionals.

Responsibilities

• Generate retail sales by utilizing passion for technology and exceptional customer service.
• Learn and uncover customers' needs by creating connections and asking the right questions.
• Position product insights and solution recommendations to provide customers with a complete sales solution.
• Close sales by using effective communication skills to fulfill customer needs with intuitive tech solutions.
• Continuously develop through ongoing training and up-skill in operational functions across merchandising and inventory.
• Grow customer base by placing outbound calls and sending text messages to current Verizon customers.
• Engage with the community outside of the store to expand the loyal customer base.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One or more years of work experience.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in a commission-based environment.
• Demonstrated sales experience communicating with customers to find solutions.
• Customer service experience.

Benefits

• Best in class medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Verizon 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 6%.
• $2,500 stock grant per year as part of Verizon's Stock Together award program.
• Sales recognition programs with incentives such as travel and gifts.
• Five weeks of paid time off (vacation, holidays, personal days).
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible new parents.
• Up to $8K per year in tuition assistance.
• Discounts up to 50% off on Verizon products and services.