Part-Time Retail Sales Associate

Lakeshore Learning Materials•Maplewood, MN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Lakeshore’s retail team provides customers with memorable experiences and strong product knowledge in a fast-paced, changing store environment. The role combines customer service and engagement with sales-floor merchandising, inventory replenishment, transaction processing, and general store upkeep. Associates also participate in training and staff meetings and may support new team members. This is a part-time position with a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Ability to work part-time on a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
Ability to climb a ladder.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to approximately 50 pounds.
Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling.
Occasional ladder climbing.
Ability to stand routinely for the duration of a shift, up to 8 hours.
Ability to work varied hours and days, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous retail experience.
Knowledge of cash register/POS systems.
Experience with customer outreach and driving customer loyalty through brand-awareness initiatives.

Responsibilities

Greet and assist customers promptly and courteously.
Maintain product knowledge to help customers effectively.
Resolve customer issues or escalate them as needed.
Maintain store cleanliness, including the sales floor, stockroom, and common areas.
Replenish stock and manage inventory on the sales floor.
Support store and team sales targets and help increase customer loyalty.
Assist with merchandising and store displays.
Process transactions accurately and efficiently.
Participate in training programs and staff meetings.
Assist with peer training and support for new team members.
Seek feedback and engage in personal development.