Retail Sales and Community Associate

FRAGMENTED NOSTALGIA LLC•Maplewood, MN

10d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Fragmented Nostalgia is hiring a seasoned retail sales professional for its Maplewood store. The role focuses on bringing customers into the store and converting visits into sales. Time is split among optimizing the sales floor, assisting customers, and attracting new customers through social media, local events, and community partnerships. The associate handles merchandise ranging from everyday items to high-end collectible pieces, attends four to six conventions per year for product knowledge and specialized training, and sets the standard for other employees on shift. Product knowledge is a plus but is not required; training on the company’s product lines is provided. Starting pay is $20 per hour, with potential growth to $25 per hour based on performance. Career growth opportunities include Assistant Store Manager or Sales Manager.

Requirements

Years of solid retail sales experience and a proven track record.
Ability to read customers’ needs and know when to offer assistance.
Ability to close sales.
Ability to balance priorities and quickly shift to helping customers when needed.
Strong time management while remaining friendly and helpful with customers.
Ability to handle merchandise carefully, including delicate, high-value collectibles.
Strong computer skills.
Dependable and self-motivated.

Nice To Haves

Product knowledge; it is not required, as training on the company’s product lines will be provided.

Responsibilities

Drive sales with walk-in customers.
Attract foot traffic through social media content, local events, and partnerships with nearby businesses and community groups.
Handle, display, and care for merchandise ranging from everyday items to high-end collectible pieces.
Attend four to six conventions per year for product knowledge and specialized training.
Set the standard for other employees on shift.
Optimize the sales floor and balance floor tasks with customer service.