SEASONAL Sales Associate

Little Green Apple•Cincinnati, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Seasonal Sales Associate provides exemplary selling and customer service to improve store productivity and profitability. The role focuses on sales, service, and relationship-building, offering customers product recommendations and solutions while modeling best-practice retail execution. The associate also supports inventory management, product sets, stocking, housekeeping, and stockroom duties, and works closely with the corporate store team. The position reports directly to the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager, if applicable. This is a seasonal Summer position running from May 1, 2026, through August 31, 2026. Employment ends when the season is complete. Employees who finish the season in good standing may be eligible for rehire for a future Summer season or other seasonal or regular employment. The position is hourly, non-exempt, and typically works six to 20 hours per week, not exceeding an average of 28 hours per week.

Requirements

If under 18, have the ability to meet work permit requirements, if applicable.
Be able to work a flexible schedule that meets business needs, including events, holidays, evenings, and weekends.
Provide proof of eligibility to work legally in the United States.
Demonstrate strong customer-focused engagement and consultative selling skills.
Communicate effectively with customers and employees.
Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency, flexibility, and willingness to adapt to change.
Be able to receive feedback and take action when appropriate.
Be comfortable and proficient using a computer and other technology.
Have the desire and ability to learn the business.
Meet the stated physical demands, including standing and walking continuously; pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, using fine finger movements, tactile touch, and grasping; and bending, climbing, kneeling, squatting, reaching overhead, and lifting or carrying items up to the stated weights and frequencies.
Be able to communicate continuously with customers, coworkers, and vendors in person or by phone, including speaking, hearing, and sight.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
One or more years of previous experience in specialty retail, sales, or customer service.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain a warm, inviting, easy-to-navigate shopping environment.
Build and share expertise on products, promotions, services, and brand rewards programs, tailoring recommendations to shoppers’ needs and occasions.
Help customers find card and gift solutions that support caring and connecting.
Share and showcase stories and communities of caring.
Handle store operations, including replenishment and merchandising, sales transactions, shipment processing, inventory management, Hallmark.com order fulfillment, and curbside deliveries.
Deliver an exceptional shopping experience that encourages customers to return.
Work as a team to help meet store sales goals and ensure customers find the items they need and relevant additional products.
Uphold company policies and practices.
Perform housekeeping throughout the store, including the backroom, front of store, and bathroom.
Complete other duties or special projects as assigned.