Retail Sales and Community Associate

Fragmented Nostalgia•Maplewood, MN

10d

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 divided among optimizing the sales floor, helping customers, and attracting new customers through social media, local events, and community partnerships. The associate handles merchandise ranging from everyday products to high-end collectibles and sets an example for other employees working the shift. The role includes attending 4–6 conventions per year for product knowledge and specialized training. Product knowledge is a plus but is not required; training on the company’s product lines will be provided. The position pays $20 per hour at the start, with potential growth to $25 per hour based on performance. Career growth opportunities include Assistant Store Manager or Sales Manager. The posting also lists ongoing training and development, an employee discount, a flexible schedule, paid time off, a daily food stipend while attending conventions, and 401(k) benefits with matching.

Requirements

Years of solid retail sales experience and a proven track record.
Ability to read customers and recognize when to offer assistance.
Ability to close sales.
Ability to balance priorities and manage time effectively while remaining friendly and helpful to customers.
Ability to handle merchandise carefully, including delicate, high-value collectibles.
Strong computer skills.
Dependable and self-motivated.

Nice To Haves

Product knowledge.

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, including delicate and high-value collectibles.
Attend 4–6 conventions per year for product knowledge and specialized training.
Set the standard for other employees on shift.
Balance sales-floor tasks and customer assistance, shifting priorities when customers need help.