Outlet Sales Associate

Job Details

Job Location:

HQ Outlet 18 - Salinas, CA 93905

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: Not Specified

Salary Range: $16.90 - $17.68 Hourly

Travel Percentage:
Negligible

Job Shift: Day

Job Category:
Retail

JOB SUMMARY:

Merchandise inventory for sale, assist customers and operate the cash register as requested, while maintaining a neat, safe, orderly work environment in Outlet.

• Organize the store by stocking and placing merchandise.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and safe working and shopping environment by following good housekeeping practices.
• Assist customers:
  Greet customers with a friendly demeanor, Actively assist customers in finding merchandise, Report any problems/complaints to the Outlet Supervisor.
• Ensure the store is clean, safe and orderly for all customers, employees, program participants, and visitors.
• Remove/sort unsold merchandise for recycling/disposal, as appropriate.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures as requested. Perform cashier duties as requested.
• Greet customers entering the outlet and thank them as they leave.

Perform related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQ’D:
None.

EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

Retail sales and/or cash register experience or equivalent, including “as-is” retail experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE

REQUIRED:

Basic math ability.

Familiarity with electronic cash registers (this may be learned on the job).

Familiarity with Company and Retail policies and procedures (this may be learned on the job).

Familiarity with electronic cash register (this may be learned on the job).

Familiarity with Goodwill Central Coast’s mission, Company, and retail policies (this can be learned on the job).

EQUIPMENT USED:
Typical sales and material handling equipment; forklift.

• Ability to communicate in basic oral and written English. Ability to communicate in basic Spanish preferred.
• Ability to instruct new employees, as directed, in operational procedures. Ability to make decisions quickly and with confidence.
• Ability to perform various duties, often changing from one task to another without losing efficiency or composure.
• Ability to maintain a strong sales presence, demonstrating a high energy and enthusiastic work ethic that can be reflected in overall Outlet sales, cooperation with others, and employee morale.
• Ability to learn and accurately perform opening/closing procedures, cash register operation, bank deposit procedures, and related paperwork as they pertain to store operations; and, as needed, supervise cash register function.
• Ability to drive company vehicles and forklifts. This requires a good driving record, passing forklift training and obtaining forklift certification within 90 days of placement in the position, and may require evidence of personal liability insurance.
• Ability to price merchandise at fair market value.
• Ability to coordinate eye/hand/foot movements to safely move in around fixtures and merchandise.
• Ability to move hands and fingers quickly to operate cash register and handle merchandise.
• Ability to make judgments and decisions and communicate these clearly based on established policies.
• Ability to demonstrate satisfactory attendance as outlined in Company policy.
• Ability to adhere to safe work practices as documented in Company safety policies; report safety hazards/accidents promptly to supervisor or safety committee member.

Work is performed in a large warehouse made of metal, and in the adjacent outdoor area. The area is not climatically controlled, and the temperature will fluctuate widely. There is some exposure to dust, odors, and fumes. The working/standing surface is uniform. There is noise from radios.…