Lead Retail Sales Associate

Veterans Canteen Service•Memphis, TN

8d•$20

About The Position

Looking for a better work life balance? Join an amazing organization that puts Veteran’s first for an amazing career ! The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) located at the Memphis, TN VA Medical Center is seeking a full-time Lead Retail Sales Associate to provide quality service to our nation's veterans. Major Duties and Responsibilities: The Lead Retail Sales Associate has responsibility for control of retail sales operations in the Canteen Service under the general instructions of the Canteen Chief. Duties: Assists customer in locating products & provides detailed information to enhance their shopping experience. Handles sales transactions efficiently using a cash register, ensuring accuracy & customer satisfaction. Restocks merchandise and ensures products are properly labeled for display. Maintains a clean & organized store environment, ensuring a pleasant & efficient shopping experience. Performs other duties as assigned. Ability to lead RSA staff with enthusiasm. Learning to cover all the different stations as needed to endure a smooth-running department and cover breaks when needed. VCS offers competitive benefits, including: Child Care Subsidy Program Public Transportation Benefits (Bus Pass) Annual Cost of Living Pay Increases Major Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance & Life Insurance Vacation & Sick Leave to include 11 (paid) Federal Holidays Company Contribution to Retirement Savings Plan Visit us at https://www.vacanteen.va.gov/ for more information about the Veterans Canteen Service

Requirements

A current, valid REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen Service.
Excellent customer service skills
Basic math skills for handling transactions.
Requires constant standing, walking, and frequent bending.
Must be able to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted.
Minimum of one year of experience in the service industry.
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment.
It is a requirement that all HCP receive the annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with retail software and point-of-sale systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assists customer in locating products & provides detailed information to enhance their shopping experience.
Handles sales transactions efficiently using a cash register, ensuring accuracy & customer satisfaction.
Restocks merchandise and ensures products are properly labeled for display.
Maintains a clean & organized store environment, ensuring a pleasant & efficient shopping experience.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Ability to lead RSA staff with enthusiasm.
Learning to cover all the different stations as needed to endure a smooth-running department and cover breaks when needed.