FT GC Retail Sr. Sales Associate Store 238

The Guitar Center Company•Redmond, WA

2d•$25 - $31

About The Position

Guitar Center is seeking a Senior Sales Associate to create a welcoming, music-focused customer experience while helping achieve sales goals and supporting store operations. The role involves assisting customers in selecting instruments and accessories, building customer relationships, maintaining strong product knowledge, and keeping merchandise and the store organized. As a keyholding team member, the Senior Sales Associate may open or close the store as needed and guide and mentor fellow associates. The position pays $24.78–$30.98 per hour plus commission, depending on background and experience; actual compensation may vary by experience, education, and other factors. The role is suited to a music enthusiast with sales experience, strong communication and organizational skills, a goal-oriented approach, and the ability to work collaboratively and influence others. Additional hours may be needed, and availability for nights and weekends is expected as needed. Guitar Center describes the workplace as a creative, vibrant environment with opportunities to grow and share a passion for music. Musician employees may take gig leave to perform or tour and return to their job afterward.

Requirements

Passion for music and a solid understanding of various instruments and products.
Proven sales track record and ability to exceed sales targets.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment and strong organizational skills.
Ability to influence and inspire others to achieve goals.
Collaborative, team-oriented approach and problem-solving ability.
Flexibility to work additional hours if needed and nights and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming environment and help customers find instruments and gear that suit their musical interests.
Achieve and exceed sales targets, including upselling and cross-selling instruments, accessories, and related products.
Maintain expert-level knowledge of products, including guitars and recording equipment, and help improve colleagues’ product knowledge.
Build and maintain customer relationships and help associates foster relationships within the local music community.
Organize displays, restock shelves, and maintain the store.
Guide and mentor fellow team members, supporting them with customer interactions and operational tasks.
Open and close the store as needed as a keyholding team member.

Benefits

Gig leave for musician employees, with the opportunity to take time off to perform or tour and return to the job afterward.
Medical benefits.
Dental benefits.
Vision benefits.
401(k) with company match.
Mental health support.
Paid sick time.
Paid holiday time.
Paid vacation time.
Employee discount program.
Tuition reimbursement options.