Bookseller - Temporary

Barnes & Noble - Roxbury Township, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Roxbury Township, NJ

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

The Bookseller - Temporary position at Barnes & Noble involves providing exceptional customer service and creating an engaging shopping experience for customers. The role emphasizes a passion for books, knowledge of the industry, and the ability to connect with customers through recommendations and displays. Booksellers are expected to maintain a vibrant store environment, support community outreach, and collaborate with team members to enhance the overall customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for customers by engaging with them and sharing knowledge of books.
• Ensure a vibrant bookstore through effective presentation and merchandising.
• Leverage key campaigns to engage customers in conversation and promote sales.
• Continuously educate oneself on books and the industry to enhance customer experience.
• Identify key titles and tailor merchandise selection to reflect community interests.
• Maintain store cleanliness and create inviting displays.
• Assist with events and community outreach initiatives.
• Protect company assets by adhering to shrink control processes and policies.
• Recognize and assist customers and employees with urgency and care.
• Model expected behaviors to ensure compliance with company policies.

Requirements

• Passionate reader with knowledge about books.
• Positive and can-do attitude.
• Enjoy working with people and solving problems.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in retail or customer service.
• Familiarity with current book trends and popular titles.