Retail Art Materials Full Time Sales Associate
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Job DetailsJob LocationPlaza Art Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PADescriptionJOB PURPOSE : Responsible for providing excellent customer service in selling art materials; receiving, stocking and store maintenance.RESPONSIBILITIESPossess, acquire and maintain knowledge of artist supplies, creative materials and techniques.Assist customers with product purchasing.Receive cash, credit or debit charges, check payments and redeem gift certificates and coupons from customers for purchasing merchandise.Be aware of special sales and promotions and impart that information to the customer.Facilitate special orders and store transfers of requested items from other store locations according to company guidelines.Create invoices for store charges.Responsible for keeping assigned work areas neat and stocked daily.Receive shipped merchandise by matching receiving work sheets with the shipped product.Accurately stock received merchandise.Prepare merchandising displays.Support inventory management by accurate shelf labeling and inventory countsResponsible for the transfer of the bank deposit from the store to the bank.Maintain a professional demeanor when relating to superiors, coworkers and customers.May be required to open or close store while following company procedures.Must be punctual and comply with all company policies and procedures.Complete all other duties assigned by Store ManagerQualificationsSKILLS/COMPETENCIESPossess interpersonal skills crucial for relating to customers, coworkers and management.Demonstrate the ability to learn procedures and follow directions with confidence, cooperation and flexibility.Must be able to multi-task, is self-directed and detail-oriented.Must possess stamina.Must be computer literate and possess basic arithmetic skills.EXPERIENCEThe successful candidate must possess excellent customer service skills, a background in art materials and retail sales. Experience in merchandising is preferred.