Collegiate Part-Time Sales Associate

Position Summary The Part-Time Sales Associate supports daily retail operations in a college campus store by delivering excellent customer service, maintaining merchandise presentation, and assisting with sales transactions. This role plays a key part in creating a welcoming shopping experience for students, faculty, alumni, and campus visitors. Key Responsibilities Customer Service Greet and assist customers in a friendly, professional manner Answer questions about merchandise, including textbooks, apparel, and school supplies Resolve customer concerns or direct them to a supervisor when needed Sales & Transactions Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system to process purchases, returns, and exchanges Promote store products, seasonal items, and campus merchandise Support sales goals through upselling and product recommendations Merchandising & Stocking Restock shelves and maintain organized displays Assist with receiving shipments and pricing merchandise Ensure store cleanliness and visual standards are maintained Operations Support Follow store policies and procedures, including loss prevention practices Assist during high-volume periods such as back-to-school and graduation Support opening and closing duties as assigned Qualifications High school diploma Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus, but not required Strong communication and interpersonal skills Basic math skills and comfort handling transactions Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and peak campus periods Key Skills Customer service and communication Teamwork and collaboration Attention to detail Time management Adaptability in a fast-paced environment Work Environment Retail setting on a college or university campus Fast-paced, especially during semester start and special events Requires standing for extended periods and occasional lifting of merchandise