Job Title: Retail Sales Associate
Job Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic Retail Sales Associate to join the team at our thrift shop. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, driving sales, and maintaining a clean and organized store environment. The goal of the Retail Sales Associate is to act as the first point of contact for store customers, ensure a positive shopping experience, answer questions related to store merchandise, update merchandise displays, and provide support to store management as needed to maintain the store’s essential workings behind the scenes.
About our Organization:
Homeward Bound Pets Humane Society is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to providing a safe and loving environment for our shelter animals. As Oregon’s first no-kill shelter, we have been serving our community since 1975. Our mission is “Improving the lives of cats and dogs through adoption and community partnerships.” In addition to our shelter, we also operate Yamhill County’s first low-cost spay/neuter clinic, as well as a thrift shop, which directly support our organization’s mission.
Responsibilities:
-Receive donations from the public and provide receipts to donors; assist with processing and merchandising of donations
- Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner
- Operate cash registers and handle transactions accurately; maintain accurate cash out records at the end of the day
- Maintain stock levels and merchandise displays
- Promote our online stores on eBay, Etsy, etc. to customers
-Assist shop manager with errands such as taking daily deposits to the bank, taking items to other shops, getting needed supplies
- Open and close the shop as needed
- Communicate effectively with customers and team members in person and over the phone
Required Skills:
- Retail sales and customer service experience
- Strong communication skills; a high-energy, friendly personality
- Proficiency with cash register operations and cash handling
- Able to lift 30 pounds regularly
- Familiarity with POS systems
- Excellent organizational skills
- Basic math skills for transactions
- Works well on a team, can be flexible in a fast-paced environment
- Must love animals!
Apply now to be part of a dynamic environment where your skills can shine!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Shift:
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- McMinnville, OR 97128 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- McMinnville, OR 97128: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person