Retail Sales Associate

LOCATION: Repowered Retail Store, 860 Vandalia Street, Saint Paul, MN 55114

REPORTS TO: Retail & eCommerce Sales Manager

HOURS AVAILABLE: Monday - Friday, 8:45am - 5:15pm

2nd and 4th Saturday of each month: 8:45am - 1:15pm

SUMMARY:

Drive sales by providing exceptional customer service and creating a positive experience for our social enterprise retail electronics store. The ideal candidate has a very high comfort level talking in detail about computers, cellphones, and other consumer electronics. The Sales Associate will occasionally interact with employees in our Work Readiness program, which primarily employs people leaving incarceration or recovering from substance use disorders.

ESSENTIAL SALES ASSOCIATE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilize sales skills and techniques as well as exceptional customer service to drive store sales.
• Properly enter all transactions into our processing systems.
• Greet and engage customers in the store, answer the phone, and provide exceptional customer service.
• Perform key holder tasks (opening and closing the store according to policies and procedures).
• Perform cash register transactions such as sales, exchanges, and returns expeditiously and with a high level of accuracy while staying within company guidelines.
• Support and contribute to the product flow process in the store by distributing products to the sales floor as directed.
• Maintain a high professional standard in individual behavior, courtesy and respect.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Assist in other store functions as needed.
• Ensure all retail spaces are clean, organized, and well-stocked. Take pride in your space -- keep clutter, unnecessary cords, and cleaning supplies out of customer view.
• Share proactive ideas and support efforts to continuously improve day-to-day operations.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Previous Retail Sales experience and/or experience working in customer service.
• Previous experience in troubleshooting/repairing laptops is preferred but not required.
• Experience with Mac, Windows, and Chromebooks, is preferred but not required.
• Support of and ability to reflect the values of Repowered: Growth Mindset, Empathy, Interconnectedness, Safety, Stewardship, Commitment, and Hope.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to sit/stand/ and be mobile for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and move up to 40lbs, utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques.

Additional Position Information:

• Pay Range: $16 - $19/hour, DOQ

• Classification: Non-exempt, according to FLSA guidelines.
• Vaccination Requirement: Must be fully vaccinated or have completed your 1st dose prior to your start date.
• Benefits for full-time employees: Full benefits package available after 60 days of employment including group health plan, employer HSA contribution, STD, LTD, and a retirement match. We also offer generous PTO, paid holidays, employee discounts, and company apparel!
• Physical Requirements: The environment includes regular standing, walking, sitting at desk, use of PC, and occasional lifting up to 40lbs.
• Work Schedule: Core working hours are Monday - Friday 8:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.2nd and 4th Saturday of each month 8:45am - 1:15pm.
• Other: Full-time hours preferred, but a qualified candidate who can work only part-time hours within the scheduled times may also be considered.

This job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities and responsibilities may change at any time.

Repowered provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Repowered is committed to valuing diverse experiences, including those of formerly incarcerated individuals, and individuals with arrest or conviction records. Fair Chance employment creates a better and more inclusive workplace for all of our employees, not just those with prior contact with the criminal legal system.