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Citi Trends

Store Sales Associate

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A Retail Sales Associate sells merchandise or products in a retail store. Provides information about store merchandise, assists customers with finding items and encourages sales.

$31,417 / year median in Michigan

+0% projected growth

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY
The Sales Associate is responsible for playing a critical role by delivering excellentcustomer service and by having knowledge of the merchandise to achieve excellentcustomer satisfaction. This position requires a proactive and vigilant individual who willremain highly engaged with customers, demonstrate integrity, effective communicationskills, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic retail setting. The Sales Associatewill play a critical role in building a positive work culture, driving employee involvement,and supporting change management efforts within the retail organization.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ OUTCOMES
  • Processes freight
  • Assisting with price changes/markdowns
  • Balances register according to company policy
  • Bags merchandise efficiently when completing a customer's transaction
  • Handles all cash, checks and credit cards correctly and by company policy
  • Obtains management approval when needed for returns, voids and checks
  • Handles maintenance and housekeeping duties as assigned
  • Provides proper customer service such as, but not limited to, greeting customer,abides by fitting room policies, rings customer in a timely fashion, thanks customerfor shopping at store and invites them to return
  • Follows all safety procedures
  • Must keep a professional, neat appearance, including wearing a name tag
  • Assists management in merchandising sales floor according to stock level.
  • Explains our exchange/refund policies to customers after transactions.
  • Responsible for assisting Store Manager with Loss Prevention procedures,including preventing shoplifting and cash losses, reporting incidents of theft ordishonesty and following all current operational policies.
  • Performs other duties as may be assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
  • Ability to perform mathematical calculations such as addition, subtraction,multiplication, division, and percentages.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma or equivalent
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sales Associates must work their scheduled hours per week and perform the essentialphysical functions listed below with or without accommodation.
  • Squat/Kneel/Stoop (Frequent to continuous)
  • Stand/Bend/Walk (Frequent to continuous)
  • Twist (Occasional to Frequent)
  • Reach above shoulder (Occasional to Frequent)
  • Lift/Carry (Occasional to Frequent)
  • Push/Pull (Occasional to Frequent)
  • Use of hands (manual dexterity, grasping (Frequent to Continuous)GENERAL INFORMATIONThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of workperformed by individuals assigned to this position.
They are not intended to be anexhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of personnel soclassified. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees andapplicants for employment. Discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race,color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteranstatus, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristicprotected by federal, state, or local law are prohibited.

This role requires sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to operate effectively in afast-paced, multi-location retail environment. Responsibilities may change based onbusiness needs.
CITITRENDS
is an equal opportunity employer.