Sales Associate - Temp

Paper Source - Alexandria, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Alexandria, VA

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

About the position

The Sales Associate - Temp position at Paper Source involves providing exceptional customer service in a friendly and professional manner. The role focuses on creating an engaging shopping experience by assisting customers in selecting gifts, cards, and wrapping materials. Sales Associates are responsible for maintaining a vibrant store environment through visual merchandising and ensuring a neat presentation. This position requires a passion for customer service and a proactive approach to helping customers.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment by engaging with customers through friendly and genuine service.
• Ask open-ended questions and use product knowledge to make thoughtful recommendations while actively selling.
• Support store visual merchandising and replenishment standards to maintain a neat and inviting presentation.
• Leverage key campaigns and services, such as new item launches and promotions, to enhance customer experience.
• Continuously educate yourself on products and services using training and communication tools to support the store.
• Adhere to inventory and loss prevention standards to protect company assets.
• Perform physical activities on the selling floor, including prolonged standing, bending, lifting, and climbing.

Requirements

• Demonstrate a passion for genuinely helping people and a desire to learn about products.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully.
• Positive and can-do attitude.
• Enjoy working with people and engaging with others.
• Energized by working in an ever-changing environment.
• Strong listening skills and problem-solving ability.