What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jewelry Sales Associate position at Williams Diamond Center?
Job Description
Williams Diamond Center is a family owned jewelry store in Mankato. Serving the greater Mankato area with fine jewelry since 1985.
Williams Diamond Center is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and honest, individual to fill a part-time sales associate position. An individual who thrives on building relationships with customers. A person who can create sales by providing the customer with a comfortable shopping experience and generate sales by delivering friendly, and knowledgeable service. This person will be assisting customers shopping for significant events such as engagements and anniversaries.
Looking for an individual to work approximately 20 to 25 hours a week.
Hours of operation: Tues-Fri 9:30 to 5:30pm, Saturday 9:30 to 5:00pm, Sun-Mon Closed
This position requires an individual to be available to work mornings, afternoons, and Saturdays with extended hours throughout the Christmas holiday season.
Work Experience/Qualifications
4-year Bachelors or 2-year Associates degree is not necessary but preferred.
Prior experience in jewelry sales / retail sales is not necessary but preferred.
Skills
-Strong communication, written and listening skills.
-Eagerness and motivated to learn.
-Interest in developing selling skills and continually learning product knowledge.
-Excellent presentation skills.
-Exhibit professional behavior.
-Can greet customers in a positive, friendly and courteous manner.
-Able to understand customers jewelry needs.
-Ability to explain merchandise features and benefits.
-Basic computer skills.
Responsibilities
As a sales associate you will be:
-Greeting and welcoming customers.
-Building professional relationships with customers.
-Assisting customers with finding the perfect piece of jewelry for special occasions and celebrations.
-Assisting customers with jewelry purchases and repairs.
-Assisting other salespersons through the sales process.
-Can attain sales by utilizing product knowledge, pricing and thinking of creative solutions to obstacles/objections.
-Communicating clearly the features and benefits of specific jewelry items.
-Following through with and placing customer orders.
-Cleaning and inspecting jewelry.
-Performing minor jewelry and watch repair.
-Upholding showroom cleanliness, preparation/setup, organization.
-Performing occasional data entry.
-Updating and maintaining social media and store website.
-Ticketing and preparing merchandise for the showroom.
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
Paid Training:
- Yes
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Shift:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18