Salesperson, Retail Sales

Company Description

Candle Bar DSM is an interactive candle-making studio where fragrance, creativity, and community come together. The studio offers hands-on experiences that allow guests to design custom candles and explore unique scent combinations. Candle Bar DSM hosts private events, corporate team-building sessions, and special gatherings that focus on creating meaningful moments. The environment is welcoming, collaborative, and centered on providing memorable experiences for guests.

Team members play an active role in fostering connections and supporting a creative, guest-focused atmosphere.

This is a part-time, on-site Salesperson role located in West Des Moines, IA. The Salesperson will greet guests, explain the candle-making process, and guide them through selecting fragrances and products. Daily responsibilities include answering questions, making product recommendations, processing sales transactions, and maintaining a clean and organized studio space. The role involves supporting private events and group sessions by assisting with setup, providing hands-on instruction, and ensuring a positive guest experience.

The Salesperson will also help monitor inventory, restock shelves, and contribute to promotional activities and social media content as needed.

• Customer service and sales skills, including the ability to engage guests, understand needs, and make thoughtful product recommendations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to guide groups, explain processes clearly, and support a welcoming studio environment.
• Organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple guests, events, and tasks while maintaining studio cleanliness and order.
• Basic point-of-sale, cash handling, and retail operations skills for processing transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Interest in fragrance, crafts, or hands-on creative activities, with a willingness to learn candle-making techniques.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift light to moderate items, and assist with event setup and breakdown.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and peak event times as needed.
• Previous experience in retail, hospitality, or event support is beneficial but not required.