Retail Sales Associate

Verizon • Beaumont, TX

8d • $16 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Verizon is hiring a full-time Retail Sales Associate to work onsite at a defined retail location. The role focuses on generating sales through customer service and technology solutions, identifying customer needs, recommending products and services, and completing sales. Associates receive ongoing training and develop skills in merchandising and inventory operations. The position may also involve contacting interested Verizon customers by phone or text and representing Verizon at sponsored off-site community events. Compensation includes hourly base pay of $16.00 to $21.00, plus individual sales commissions; earnings vary by geography, hours worked, and performance.

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 picking up additional shifts, typically during summer, November through December, and/or peak vacation periods.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Generate retail sales by combining an interest in technology with exceptional customer service.
• Identify customer needs by building connections and asking questions.
• Present product insights and solution recommendations to provide complete sales solutions.
• Close sales by communicating effectively and offering simple, intuitive technology solutions.
• Participate in ongoing training and develop operational skills in merchandising and inventory.
• Place outbound calls and send text messages to current Verizon customers interested in Verizon products and services.
• Engage with the community at off-site Verizon-sponsored events to expand the customer base.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions of up to 6% of eligible contributions, qualified student loan repayments, or a combination of both.
• Sales recognition programs with potential travel, gifts, and other incentives.
• Five weeks of paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Paid parental leave of eight weeks for eligible new parents; when paired with short-term disability, this 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, and AD&D insurance.
• Identity theft protection, pet insurance, and group home and auto insurance.
• Up to eight company-paid holidays and up to six personal days per year.
• Adoption assistance.
• New hires receive up to 15 vacation days 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