SALES ASSOCIATE in NIAGARA FALLS NY S08417

About the role

The Sales Associate acts as a point of contact for customers, assisting them in locating and purchasing merchandise, operating the cash register, stocking and recovering merchandise, cleaning the store, and performing other duties assigned by the Store Manager to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction while protecting company assets.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service, greet and assist customers.
• Operate cash register and scanner to itemize purchases, collect payment, make change, bag merchandise, and assist customers as needed.
• Follow company merchandise processes: unpack, stock, restock, rotate merchandise on shelves, and build merchandise displays.
• Clean the store, take out trash, dust and mop floors, clean restrooms and receiving room, and help set up sidewalk displays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Skills

• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of safety policies and practices.
• Ability to read and follow plan‑ograms and merchandise presentation guidance.
• Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to perform IBM cash register functions.

Working Conditions

• Frequent walking and standing.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling to operate checkout stations, stock merchandise, and unload trucks; may require pushing/pulling roll‑tainers.
• Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as handheld scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, containers, two‑wheel dollies, U‑boats (six‑wheel carts), and roll‑tainers.
• Frequent lifting of up to 40 lb; occasional lifting of up to 55 lb.
• Occasional climbing (using step ladder) up to six feet.
• Fast‑paced environment with moderate noise level.
• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage options.
• Various supplemental programs.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• Paid sick leave (where required by law).
• Vacation time.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Additional benefit programs designed to support physical, mental, and financial well‑being.