FT GC Retail Sr. Sales Associate Store 519

Guitar Center • Williston, VT

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About The Position

Guitar Center is hiring a full-time Sr. Sales Associate to help customers explore their musical interests, find appropriate instruments and gear, and create a welcoming retail experience. The role combines customer service, sales, product expertise, merchandising, store operations, and peer leadership. The associate is also a keyholder and may open or close the store as needed.

The position offers $16.87–$21.09 per hour plus commission, depending on background and experience. Guitar Center describes its stores as creative, vibrant environments where employees can grow their careers and share their passion for music. Musicians may be eligible for gig leave to take time off to perform or tour and return to their job afterward.

Requirements

• Passion for music and a solid understanding of instruments and products.
• A proven track record in sales and the 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.
• Flexibility to work additional hours if needed and work nights and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment and help customers explore their musical interests and find suitable instruments and gear.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets, including through upselling and cross-selling instruments and accessories.
• Maintain expert knowledge of products, including guitars and recording equipment, and help improve colleagues’ product knowledge.
• Build customer relationships and help fellow associates develop relationships with customers and the local music community.
• Organize displays, restock shelves, and maintain the store.
• Guide and mentor team members and support 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 to take time off to perform or tour and return to their job afterward.
• Medical benefits.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Mental health support.
• Paid sick, holiday, and vacation time.
• Employee discount program.
• Tuition reimbursement options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed