Retail Sales Associate

Retail Sales Associate - 2883 role at First Cash

We are seeking entry-level, full-time sales associates in our pawn store locations nationwide. The Pawnbroker / Retail Sales Associate partners with the entire staff of the store to ensure customer service on both the lending and retail sides of the business. A Pawnbroker/Retail Sales Associate greets, engages, and interacts with customers in a positive and professional manner to process sales, loans, and other transactions.

The associates will work with a wide variety of jewelry and general merchandise, including tools, electronics, firearms (in FFL locations) and much more.

• Greets and interacts with all customers to develop a rapport to better provide and recommend appropriate financial solutions.
• Performs non-management open/close procedures.
• Keeps the sales floor clean, stocked, and maintains the display of merchandise.
• Performs sales and loan transactions in accordance with established policies, procedures, practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Handles all cash and negotiable items in accordance with established policies, procedures, practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Answers incoming calls per company standards.
• Effectively communicates to customers the legal aspects of the pawn and buy transactions.
• Communicates effectively with coworkers and managers, displaying respect and using effective communication tools.
• Partners with all employees to create a positive and memorable customer experience.
• Successfully completes the assigned training.
• Other related duties, as assigned.

• Must be willing and able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be willing and able to perform duties and tasks for extended periods of time (in accordance with federal, state, local law), some of which include, but are not limited to, standing, stooping, walking, climbing, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Ability to work with firearms and to become firearms certified.
• Employees may be asked to assist a customer on the exterior of the building (within our parking lots and/or property boundaries) or to retrieve products stored in exterior storage buildings or other areas.
• Minimum Age: 18 years old
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Strong desire to work, serve customers, work with people, and be team-oriented.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations proficiently.
• Cash handling experience is preferred.
• Should be able to work in multiple locations, as business needs dictate.
• Must have the ability to work a flexible retail schedule based on business needs, including weekends and holidays.
• Computer literate and able to operate POS systems and common office machines.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental, and other voluntary options (eligibility required).
• The best working hours in the business. Most stores open at 9AM and close at 6PM; many stores are closed on Sundays.
• Earned Wage Access program is available to all employees on the second day of employment. Employees can withdraw up to 50% of wages earned up to seven times in a payroll cycle.
• The ability to earn unlimited commission above your hourly base rate.
• Vacation: one week of paid vacation after six months; an additional week after one year; two weeks on each anniversary thereafter; 120 hours after five years (adjusted for local municipality requirements).
• Sick/Personal: 8 hours after 6 months; 16 hours each anniversary thereafter (years 2-5); 24 hours after five years (adjusted).
• Employee discounts on the first day of active employment.
• Tuition Reimbursement with First Cash Education (up to $2,000 per year) for full-time employees who meet the minimum program requirements.
• Access to over 10,000 discounts from 1,000+ companies with First Cash Perks.
• Auto-enrollment in the First Cash 401k program after six months of employment.
• Access to the First Cash Pet Insurance program.

The employee commission incentive plan is proprietary to First Cash. Pawnbrokers have the potential to earn 2-8% commission, based on the gross profit of their personal performance. Applicants are provided with more details regarding the commission incentive plan during the interview process.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Other

Job function: Sales and Business Development

First Cash Holdings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of First Cash to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, First Cash will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.