Retail Sales Associate

Verizon • Bismarck, ND

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a full-time Verizon Retail Sales Associate, you will work with a retail team to drive sales and help customers find technology products and services that meet their needs. You will build customer connections, ask questions to understand customer needs, recommend solutions, and close sales. The role also involves ongoing training and development in store operations, merchandising, and inventory. You may grow your customer base through outbound calls and text messages to interested Verizon customers and by participating in off-site Verizon-sponsored community events.

The position is based onsite at a defined location, with 40 scheduled weekly hours. The role pays $16.00 to $21.00 per hour in base pay, with individual sales commissions. The posting describes potential annual commissions of up to $18,000 for meeting sales goals, and additional commission potential for employees who exceed goals. Total compensation varies by geography, hours worked, and performance.

Verizon describes the role as an opportunity to develop a career through in-person onboarding, training programs, and a learning-focused culture. Employees may be asked to complete an assessment during the hiring process.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of relevant experience, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; schedules are provided four weeks in advance.
• Openness to pick up additional shifts, typically during summer, November through December, and/or peak vacation periods.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a commission-based environment.
• Demonstrated sales experience communicating with customers to find solutions.
• Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Generate retail sales by using technology knowledge and customer service to expand the Verizon network.
• Identify customer needs by building connections and asking relevant questions.
• Recommend products and solutions that provide customers with a complete sales solution.
• Close sales through clear communication and intuitive technology solutions.
• Participate in ongoing training and develop operational skills in merchandising and inventory.
• Potentially contact interested Verizon customers by outbound calls and text messages to grow a customer base.
• Engage with the community at off-site Verizon-sponsored events to expand a loyal customer base.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Verizon 401(k) plan with matching contributions of up to 6% of eligible participant contributions, qualified student loan repayments, or a combination of both.
• Sales recognition programs and incentives, which have included domestic and international travel and gifts.
• Five weeks of paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Eight weeks of paid parental leave for eligible new parents; when paired with short-term disability, the benefit may provide up to 16 weeks of paid time off for the birthing parent.
• Tuition assistance of up to $8,000 per year.
• Discounts of up to 50% on Verizon products and services.
• Additional employee discounts on attractions, automotive, travel, and more.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• AD&D insurance.
• Identity theft protection.
• Pet insurance.
• Group home and auto insurance.
• Up to eight company-paid holidays per year.
• Up to six personal days per year.
• Adoption assistance.
• New hires receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, increasing with additional service.
• Potential premium pay, including overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, and allowances, depending on the role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED