Seasonal Sales Associate

🇺🇸In-Person - Bellevue, WA$28K–$36K/yri22h ago

K-12 Sales Retail Sales Customer Service Sales Support Point Of Sale Inventory Management

Role Snapshot

Seasonal Sales Associate at Lakeshore Learning Materials responsible for delivering exceptional customer service during the busy back-to-school season. The role serves as the heart of the store, creating memorable shopping experiences while supporting team goals and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities: Greet and assist customers with product knowledge and informed recommendations, process transactions accurately, and maintain store cleanliness and inventory management. Additional duties include merchandising displays, stock replenishment, handling customer concerns with empathy, and supporting new employee onboarding.

Skills & Tools: Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. Product knowledge development, problem-solving, cash handling, and operational awareness are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications: No specific education or prior retail experience explicitly required; the role emphasizes enthusiasm, energy, and commitment to customer service. Ability to work seasonal hours during peak periods and participate in training programs is expected.

Location: In-Person - Bellevue, WA

Compensation: $28K–$36K/yr (estimated)

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Job Description

A day in the store looks like this:

Are you ready to dive into the thrill of our busiest season? We’re gearing up to help our communities get back to school, and we need committed, energetic, enthusiastic team members to make it happen! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love the buzz of a challenge, we want you on our team! 

As part of our retail team, you get to be the heartbeat of the company and provide our customers with an unforgettable experience—all in a fast-paced, fast-changing environment that allows you to showcase your people skills and develop operational expertise.  

Providing great customer service isn’t just a goal—it’s the essence of who we are. Each customer knows that walking through our doors means experiencing unbeatable service with an amazing depth of product knowledge every time they visit. 

A day on the job looks like this:

Contribute to achieving store and team goals while fostering customer loyalty 
Ensure every customer feels welcome and valued from the moment they enter the store 
Stay updated on product features and benefits to provide informed recommendations to customers 
Handle customer concerns with empathy and efficiency, escalating complex issues to management when necessary 
Maintain overall store cleanliness, ensuring all areas, including the sales floor, stockroom and common areas are tidy and presentable  
Ensure shelves are well-stocked and inventory is accurately tracked 
Process transactions accurately and efficiently 
Assist with merchandising and store displays 
Participate in training programs and staff meetings   
Help onboard new employees by sharing knowledge and offering support 
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