What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Sales Associate position at Jerry's Artarama of Princeton?
We are looking for a Retail Sales Representative with a passion for visual art, art supply knowledge, organization skills and the ability to provide excellent customer service. Candidates with strong communication skills and extensive knowledge of art supplies who can make customers feel welcome in our store will stand out. You will help identify client needs, present and answer questions about our products and services and recommend solutions. A positive attitude and a desire to promptly resolve potential customer issues or complaints will make you successful in this role. Ultimately, you will ensure that customers leave our store satisfied and you will contribute to the store’s profitability. Jerry's Artarama is focused on creating the best possible environment for artists whether they are just beginning or are established professionals. We sell high quality art supplies for all levels of artists and provide custom framing services as well.
Responsibilities
- Greet and direct customers
- Provide accurate information (e.g. product features, pricing, return policies, events)
- Answer customers’ questions about specific products
- Conduct price and feature comparisons to facilitate purchasing
- Cross-sell products
- Ensure racks are fully stocked and inventoried properly
- Manage returns of merchandise
- Coordinate with the Retail Sales Representatives team to provide excellent customer service (especially during peak times)
- Inform customers about discounts and special offers
- Provide customer feedback to the Store Manager
- Stay up-to-date with new products/services
Skills
- Work experience as a Retail Sales Representative, Sales Associate or similar role
- Understanding of the retail sales process
- Familiarity with consumer behavior principles
- Knowledge of inventory stocking procedures
- Basic math skills
- Excellent communication skills, capable of building trusting relationships
- Ability to perform in fast-paced environments
- Flexibility to work various shifts
- Basic knowledge of art supplies and willingness to learn about and participate in the local art community
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
Masking is optional but recommended. Sanitizing is performed daily on high traffic areas.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lawrenceville, NJ 08648: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: One location