Position: Part Time or Full Time Sales Associate
Reports to: Manager
Schedule: Up to 40 hours per week.
Compensation: $17 per hour, plus commission (Earn up to $20 per hour!) Employees working 4+days are eligible for a parking permit.
Are you looking for a job where you truly enjoy showing up every day? Do you enjoy meeting new people and visitors from all over the country, and the world? Original Trading Post (OTP) is a locally owned and operated shop specializing in Native American Jewelry and Crafts, as well as fun souvenirs, southwest gifts and décor, and women’s apparel. Backed by 4 generations and one of the most respected names in the industry, we offer our team exceptional training, a competitive wage, and a culture that fosters respect, courtesy, and the opportunity to grow and evolve.
OTP is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced Sales Associate to join our team and provide exceptional customer service to our guests so they will enjoy a unique, memorable and successful shopping experience. Knowledge of Native American Jewelry and Art is a plus, however it is not required as we will provide ongoing product knowledge and training.
We are located in a historic building in the popular Santa Fe Plaza district and offer a great selection of authentic Native American Jewelry and Pottery and southwest souvenirs.
As a Sales Associate, your responsibilities will include:
Guiding and hosting our guests by:
- Creating a welcoming and professional shopping experience.
- Being familiar with store inventory and acting as host and guide.
- Utilizing product knowledge to inform, enhance and enrich their experience.
- Maintain the presentation and organization of displays.
- Maintain cleanliness of store.
- Contribute to a positive team culture through courtesy, respect and professionalism.
- Attend team meetings as scheduled.
Qualities preferred:
- 2+ years providing exceptional customer service. May include sales, hospitality, food service etc.
- Interest in and appreciation for Native American Jewelry and Art.
- Enthusiasm for providing an enjoyable and successful shopping experience.
- Flexibility
- Dependability and integrity.
Physical requirements:
- This is a retail position that requires long periods of standing.
- May require need to use a step stool or ladder.
- May require lifting up to 40 lbs.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Weekly day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person