Senior Store Associate

KENT WORLDWIDE•Brattleboro, VT

14h•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Looking to join a six-time US Best Managed Company award winner? Blue Seal Farm & Home, a member of the KE NT WORLDWIDE family of companies has an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Senior Store Associate at our Brattleboro, VT store! This full-time position offers a competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package including health insurance, 401K plan, and an employee discount! Must have weekend availability. The compensation range for this role is $17.00 to $18.00 an hour in addition to KENT standard benefits (health, dental, vision, 401k). Final compensation is subject to variation based on the candidate's skills, job responsibilities, location and other pertinent factors. POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Store Associate role is responsible for demonstrating exceptional customer service and sales skills on a regular basis. Obtaining product knowledge will serve as a key component as you assist customers and share your wide range of knowledge in your specialized area. This position is required to effectively manage and oversee sales, reconcile transactions, and prepare daily deposits. Managing inventory is another area of importance as the individual is required to purchase, price, and order merchandise. This position is structured for an action-oriented individual who leads by example and has the ability to spend extended periods of time walking and standing.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Must have 1-2 years’ experience as a Store Associate at Blue Seal or similar retailer
Have a solid work history
Customer service skills
Animal, retail and agriculture knowledge helpful
Work independently as well as with others
Position requires working outside in all weather conditions
Ability to Lift 50 pounds

Responsibilities

Exceptional Sales Specialist
Successfully operate computer POS system
Manage inventory through merchandising, purchasing, pricing, and ordering
Process and label orders
Receive incoming products and determine retail price
Manage cash and credit card transactions
Reconcile end of day sales and prepare deposit
Review and manage available vendor promotions
Inside store maintenance including cleaning customer area, restrooms, breakroom, stockroom, and shelving
Stock shelves in retail
Design merchandise displays
Specialize in ag-related knowledge
Obtain product knowledge through independent research
Contribute to the care and handling of live animals within the store
Provide exceptional customer service
Answer customer inquiries pertaining to products
Effectively communicate with the warehouse staff to coordinate timely customer pick-up
Assist in the Warehouse when needed
Other duties as assigned by Store Management