Retail Sales Associate

Verizon • Avon, IN

8d • $16 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

As a full-time Verizon Retail Sales Associate, you will work with a team in a Verizon retail store to help customers find technology products and services that meet their needs. You will generate sales through customer service, build connections by asking questions, recommend solutions, and close sales with clear communication. The position also includes training and development in merchandising and inventory operations, outreach to current customers by phone and text, and opportunities to represent Verizon at sponsored events outside the store.

The role offers a base pay of $16.00 to $21.00 per hour, plus individual sales commissions. Commission earnings depend on sales performance; the posting describes potential earnings of up to $18,000 per year at sales goals, with additional commissions possible for exceeding goals. Total compensation varies by geography, hours worked, and performance.

This is an onsite, worksite-based role with 40 scheduled hours per week. Employees must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, with schedules provided four weeks in advance, and may have the opportunity to pick up additional shifts. Verizon provides training, benefits, and opportunities for career development.

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 pick 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 by using technology knowledge and customer service.
• Learn and uncover customers’ needs by creating connections and asking questions.
• Recommend products and solutions that address customer needs.
• Close sales by communicating effectively and offering intuitive technology solutions.
• Develop skills through ongoing training and perform operational functions across merchandising and inventory.
• Contact interested current Verizon customers through outbound calls and text messages.
• Engage with the community at off-site Verizon-sponsored events to expand the customer base.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Verizon 401(k) plan with matching contributions 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.
• 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 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 and 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