Sales Lead, Retail, Retail Sales

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Sales Lead

Atlantic City - Atlantic City, NJ 08401 US (Primary)

Full Time/Part Time

Customer Service

Join our Field Team and help shape the future of retail—where innovation, customer connections, and career growth come together in an exciting environment!

The Sales Lead provides an exceptional customer experience by encouraging the team to meet sales goals, while leading and supporting store teams and overall store operations.

Atlantic City - Atlantic City, NJ 08401 US

Weekend availability is required

$16.13 hourly

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Discount

• Greets and assists customers throughout their shopping experience
• Maximizes sales by suggesting products and up-selling when appropriate
• Remains knowledgeable of the store’s merchandise and current promotions
• Trains store associates on daily operations and best sales practices
• Ensures cleanliness and upkeep of the store; maintains store displays and merchandise
• Replenishes backstock, ensuring appropriate levels of merchandise on the floor
• Conducts markdowns of merchandise as instructed
• Performs opening/closing duties, including securing cash registers and store security
• Communicates customer complaints and inventory concerns to management in a timely manner
• Oversees the opening and closing of the store
• Resolves employee conflict and escalates to upper management as appropriate
• Counts cash drawers, completes deposit slips, closes registers, and completes required documentation
• Other duties may be assigned

• 1+ year of experience in a fast-paced retail environment
• Early and late shift availability
• Ability to multitask and problem solve
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Demonstrated customer service experience
• Ability to multitask and resolve minor customer service conflicts
• Alcohol Beverage Awareness (TAM Card) may be required
• Additional Security clearance may be required
• Satisfactory Criminal Background Check and Drug Testing may be required

• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, crouching, bending, pushing, or pulling
• Normal or corrected vision and hearing
• Ability to distinguish varying or specific colors, patterns, or materials to assist customers
• Fluency in English is required for training, customer interactions, and compliance
• Typically indoors in a consistent temperature environment
• Use of fine motor hand functions
• Lift 0-60 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation

WHSmith is a leading global travel retailer with over 1,700 stores across 30 countries worldwide. WHSmith North America, including Marshall Retail Group (MRG) and InMotion, operates a significant portion of the company's international store estate, located in airports and resorts across North America.

EEO/ADA/DFWP

WHSmith North America is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or other protected statuses. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.