Retail Sales Associate
About The Position
The Retail Sales Associate, internally classified as Front End Specialist 1, assists customers and helps maintain the store’s appearance. The role covers customer service, merchandising, and store maintenance, with a primary focus on front-end operations. Associates are expected to follow Ollie’s values: teamwork, caring, value obsession, commitment, growth, and being genuine and trustworthy. The position requires regularly working evenings, weekends, and holidays. The job title in the posting may differ from Ollie’s internal classification; the official internal job title assigned upon hire will reflect the company’s classification structure.
Requirements
- A positive attitude and a team-player approach, with a desire to engage and serve customers.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays on a regular basis.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to push and pull up to 35 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and work safely.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Greet and acknowledge customers as they enter and exit the store and approach the front end.
- Operate the cash register accurately and efficiently.
- Know current promotions and advertisements to answer customer questions and drive sales.
- Support Ollie’s Army and other donation programs year-round.
- Assist with receiving deliveries, pricing items, merchandising products, and recovering the store.
- Maintain the store’s appearance and complete additional responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Strong career growth and talent development culture.
- 20% associate discount on Ollie’s purchases.
- A vast array of voluntary benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
