Retail Sales Associate

This position is for the retail location of The UPS Store – not the warehouse. Hours are Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm, Sat 9am to 5pm, Sun 10am to 3pm. 

The Retail Sales Associate delivers world-class customer service to all retail customers by receiving and processing packages for courier shipment and operating copiers, fax machines, point-of-sale devices and package management software. The Sales Associate also assists in packing items for shipping, servicing in-store mailbox customers and processing returns for our corporate retail partners. The Associate expertly assists our valued customers by providing accurate information on our array of products, services, and best-value options and exhibits confidence by knowing best practices related to the industry.

The ideal candidate has previous Retail Sales experience in a store setting, strong computer and internet skills, a high school diploma or GED, a friendly and genuinely helpful demeanor, and a professional appearance. He or she must be a fast learner who makes an effort to learn various aspects of the business. 

The UPS Store is a network of individually owned and operated franchised service-centers specializing in small business solutions. Our organization consists of 10 locations in Nassau County including Syosset, Jericho, Plainview, Greenvale, Garden City, Garden City Park, Great Neck, Wantagh, Rockville Centre & Huntington Station.

Compensation $17.00 -$18.00 per hour depends on skills, experience with plenty of room for growth and promotion,

RESPONSIBILITIES          

• Delivers outstanding customer service to walk-in customers and telephone inquiries
• Continuously practices good listening skills with customers, UPS Store team members, and leadership
• Takes ownership of the customer's shipping needs and offers viable solutions
• Takes action to learn all product and service offerings, alternative solutions, and industry trends
• Operates equipment, software, and devices in an expert fashion and is willing to teach others
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe working environment
• Performs other duties as assigned

SHIFTS:

• Morning
• Afternoon
• Weekends

QUALIFICATIONS;            

• High school diploma or GED required
• Retail/customer service experience
• Good communication and people skills, must be comfortable speaking with customers
• Strong teamwork skills
• Able to cross-sell and up-sell products and services
• Excellent packing skills
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and POS devices
• Outstanding phone skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including spelling and math
• Prompt, reliable, and responsible
• Able to lift 40+ pounds

BENEFITS

• Excellent Growth/Promotion Opportunities
• Sick Pay
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with match
• Dental and Vision
• Paid Training
• Employee Discounts
• Uniforms Provided
• Free Parking