Retail Sales Associate

2020 Companies•Portland, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

2020 Companies is hiring a Retail Sales Associate to represent Reliant Energy at Walmart 5460 in Portland, Texas. The role promotes electricity plans, engages retail customers, identifies their needs, and helps them choose energy solutions while working toward individual and team sales goals. The position combines base pay and uncapped commission, with a stated $16.00-per-hour guarantee and average earnings of $1,000–$1,350 per week. Paid training and opportunities for internal advancement are offered. Associates sell and explain products and services in retail, kiosk, and event settings; welcome and assist customers; document sales and other activity; and maintain an organized, presentable workstation. The role involves working with customers and teammates in a fast-paced environment. Reliable transportation and travel to event locations may be needed. Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required as needed. The posting states that the role does not involve door-to-door sales, cold calling, or telemarketing.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least six months of prior sales, retail, telecommunications, or marketing experience.
Strong communication, presentation, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of products and services.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to multitask.
Integrity and commitment to customer satisfaction.
Ability to maintain customer confidentiality.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to event locations.
Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and event setup and teardown.

Nice To Haves

Strong experience in retail or event sales, or event marketing.

Responsibilities

Promote Reliant electricity plans to consumers and help customers find ways to lower energy costs.
Sell products and services in retail stores, kiosks, and event environments.
Welcome customers, offer assistance, assess their needs, and suggest products or services that fit those needs.
Provide product and service information and help customers make selections with confidence.
Identify customer needs and handle objections.
Meet or exceed personal monthly sales goals and established weekly or monthly quotas.
Build relationships with customers and teammates and contribute to team goals.
Accurately document and report sales and track and communicate activity to Retail Operations.
Complete and submit paperwork accurately.
Keep the workstation or kiosk clean, organized, functional, and presentable.
Maintain professional interactions with customers and fellow employees.
Meet attendance expectations and support customer satisfaction.