Sales Lead - PT

About the role

The Sales Lead (SL) role at Paper Source is designed to drive exceptional customer experiences, manage store operations, and mentor the team. This position requires a strong passion for selling products and fostering a positive customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Create memorable shopping experiences by providing consistent, friendly, and informed service.
• Execute visual merchandising and replenishment standards to maintain a neat, tidy, and inviting store environment.
• Leverage key campaigns and services to actively engage customers and train employees.
• Lead merchandising and replenishment efforts during assigned Manager on Duty (MOD) periods.
• Communicate effectively with the store team and give honest, respectful feedback.
• Drive results during MOD segments and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Open and close the store safely and manage day-to-day operations.

Requirements

• Understand and deliver excellent standards of service.
• Grow knowledge of product/market and cultural trends.
• Show solid operational knowledge to run the store.
• Prove experience in training employees.
• Show solid decision-making skills.
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others.

Qualifications

• Enjoy working with people and value them.
• Have a can-do attitude and a team-player mindset.
• Be well-organized and manage time efficiently.
• Be able to shift gears quickly and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Use good judgment when making decisions.
• Remain calm and composed under pressure.
• Take responsibility for own actions and be open to feedback.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple responsibilities.
• Knowledge of product and market trends.
• Operational management skills.
• Training and mentoring experience.

Benefits

• Employee Discount
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Sick Pay
• Paid Time Off (including paid Maternity and Parental Leave)
• Company Paid Holidays
• Transit
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay

An hourly rate starting at $17.00.

Schedule

Part-time schedule available, ranging from less than 20 to 30+ hours per week, with varying benefits and compensation packages based on hours worked.

Notes

This position is open to individuals who can work a flexible schedule and are interested in contributing to the success of Paper Source stores.

As an Affirmative Action Employer, Barnes & Noble hires qualified people to work for its Paper Source subsidiary to perform the many tasks necessary for the success of our business and is committed to diversity in the workplace. An essential part of this policy is providing equal employment opportunity for all. All employment practices and decisions—including those involving application procedures, recruitment or recruitment advertising, hiring, placement, job assignment, transfer, promotion, demotion, training, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, benefits, discipline ,leave of absence, layoff, recall, termination and general treatment during employment—will be conducted without regard to self-identified, perceived or actual age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression (including transgender status), hairstyle, height and/or weight, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, reproductive health decisions, or any other self-identified, perceived or actual characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances, and will comply with all applicable laws.