Retail Associate

We are looking for a energetic retail associate to join our team who enjoys working in a fast-paced and busy work environment! Opportunities for advancement for the right candidate.
The shifts we are hiring for are from 9:30am-5pm Mon-Friday and 9:30am - 4pm on Saturdays.
Must be a organized and efficient worker with great customer service skills.
Prior retail and or cash register experience is a plus.
Please forward your resume with contact information if interested.
You can also visit our website for more information and to print an application.
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onceuponachild.
com/locations/carmel-in Benefits we offer our Associates: - Flexible Schedules - Fun & rewarding team work environment - Positive work environment - 30% off employee discount - Opportunities for growth Job Type: Part-time positions available Duties & Responsibilities include the following: 1) Promptly greets customer on sales floor and determines customer needs.
2) Know merchandise, suggest selections that meet customer's needs, and emphasizes selling points of article such as quality and utility.
Wraps or bags merchandise for customer.
Understands recalls and product for Once Upon A Child.
3) Develop proficiency in operating computerized sales transactions, buys, returns, etc.
Receives payment or obtains credit authorization.
4) Maintain store standards set by the store owner.
Assists management in maintaining and providing a store that is appealing to both the buying and selling customer by creating an environment that is vibrant, organized, and clean.
5) Help promote events and promotions throughout the year that will compliment the mission that the store is a fun place to shop.
6) Support the management team in processing merchandise in a timely manner.
Tag, sensor, and run merchandise to the sales floor.
Rack order clothing according to company guidelines.
7) Aid in the reduction of inventory shortages via accuracy at processing, DRS functions, and by having an awareness of what is happening in the store including, but not limited to, the fitting room.
8) Understands, recites from memory and utilizes the non-negotiable standards with each customer.
Other Duties/Competencies To perform the job successfully: An individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Job Knowledge - Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; uses resources effectively.
Problem Solving - Works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
Uses the companies Non-Negotiable Customer Service Standards in dealing with all customers in a polite, professional and courteous manner.
Use appropriate phone script to communicate store goals.
Asks questions to discover customer needs.
Store Appearance- Willing to clean store during, before or after work shift.
This includes but is not limited to cleaning bathrooms with appropriate cleaning equipment, vacuum, sweep or mop flooring in the store.
Dust and perform general maintenance in the cash wrap area.
Restock supplies as needed.
Clean and organize the backroom.
Perform any other cleaning jobs that help to support the above mission statement.
Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed.
Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
Managing Customer Focus - Promotes customer focus; establishes customer service standards.
Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; upholds organizational values.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
This may include adherence to the store schedule, willingness to work more hours, or at a faster pace when conditions require it.
Personal Appearance - Follows company dress code; keeps self well groomed.
Basic hygiene including bathing and dental care are required.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments.
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision-making process.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance.
Quantity - Completes work in timely manner; works quickly.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualifications Education and/or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience unless currently attending high school.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds without assistance.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $10.
00 - $15.
00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week Benefits: * Employee discount * Flexible schedule Shift: * Day shift Weekly day range: * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Application Question(s): * What date would you be able to start? * How many hours are you ideally wanting to work? * What is your availability? * Are you available to work Saturdays? * Are you able to work Fridays from 9:30am to 3pm or 5pm? License/Certification: * Driver's License (Preferred) Shift availability: * Night Shift (Required) * Day Shift (Preferred) Work Location: In person