Retail Sales Associate - Part-time (Portland) in Portland, Maine at Amazing Intimate Essentials

Amazing Intimate Essentials has proudly served the New England area for over 40 years. With 24 locations throughout the Northeast, we are the chain of adult intimate wellness stores on a mission to make intimacy a force for good in the lives of our customers.

Our Portland location is seeking a part-time Retail Sales Associate with evening and closing availability who will promote sales by positively and proactively engaging with customers. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic retail environment and is available to support the business during peak evening hours and store closing operations.

As a trusted advisor, you will apply your product knowledge to enhance the customer experience and ensure every customer leaves feeling confident and supported.

We strive to create a work environment that makes employment a positive aspect of life. Amazing offers a unique opportunity to earn monthly commissions in addition to your base pay. Join our Team and find out what makes us AMAZING!

Responsibilities:

• Influence customer buying decisions by educating customers on products, offers, and promotions
• Maintain a customer-first selling environment
• Support evening operations, including store closing procedures and end-of-day responsibilities
• Perform arcade cleaning in accordance with company standards, including proper use of PPE and sanitation protocols
• Complete all closing duties, including cash handling, securing the store, and ensuring cleanliness and readiness for the next business day
• Work as a team player to ensure each customer receives the best service possible
• Adhere to all retail policies and procedures
• Perform daily department maintenance tasks including stock work, re-merchandising, display, price markdowns, and merchandise transfers
• Other duties as assigned

• Ability to work a flexible schedule; nights and weekend availability preferred.
• Sincere desire to work with a diverse customer, selling novelties and apparel.
• Ability to communicate with customers and employees.
• Proven ability to set and achieve sales goals.
• Ability to quickly learn new procedures and processes.
• Ability to receive feedback and take action when appropriate.
• Ability to effectively maneuver around sales floor and stockroom, repetitive bending, prolong standing, twisting, stooping, squatting, and climbing.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
• Must be eligible to work in the US.

EEO Statement

Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve is what drives our success. We continue to promote an environment of continuous learning, inclusion, mutual respect, and belonging to ensure our employees feel valued, seen, and heard.

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