Retail Sales Associate

Verizon • Eugene, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Verizon is hiring a full-time Retail Sales Associate to work onsite at a designated retail location. The role focuses on generating retail sales by using knowledge of technology and strong customer service to identify customer needs, recommend products and solutions, and close sales. Associates develop their sales and operational skills through ongoing training in merchandising and inventory. The position may also involve contacting interested Verizon customers by phone or text and participating in Verizon-sponsored off-site events to build a customer base.

The role offers a base pay of $16.00 to $21.00 per hour, plus individual sales commissions. The posting states that associates may earn up to $18,000 per year in commissions by meeting sales goals, with additional potential for top performers. Compensation varies by geography, hours worked, and performance. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is available subject to award terms and conditions.

The position is based onsite, with 40 scheduled hours per week. Associates must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, and may have opportunities to pick up additional shifts during busy periods. Schedules are provided four weeks in advance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One or more years of relevant experience, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• 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.
• Demonstrated sales experience communicating with customers to find solutions.
• Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Generate retail sales using technology knowledge and customer service.
• Identify customers’ needs by building connections and asking questions.
• Recommend products and solutions that provide customers with a complete sales solution.
• Close sales by communicating effectively and providing intuitive technology solutions.
• Participate in ongoing training and develop skills in merchandising and inventory operations.
• Potentially contact current Verizon customers who are interested in products and services by phone or text.
• Engage with the community at off-site Verizon-sponsored events to expand a customer base.

Benefits

• $2,500 sign-on bonus, subject to award terms and conditions.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Verizon 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 6% of eligible participant 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.
• Eight weeks of paid parental leave 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.
• Up to $8,000 per year in tuition assistance.
• 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.
• Potential premium pay, such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, and allowances, depending on the role.
• Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, increasing with additional service.

What This Job Offers

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