Now Hiring - Girl Scouts USA - Retail Sales Associate in Tampa, FL

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Retail Sales Associate

PURPOSE: To process the sales of Girl Scout merchandise while meeting the needs of girls, adult members, employed staff and visitors. To ensure the satisfaction of each customer while preserving the Girl Scout Mission.

Looking to hire (2) Full Time employees based at the Tampa Leadership Center.
Hours (August-June) are Tuesday-Saturday Tuesday – Friday 9 am – 6 pm and every Saturday from 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.,
Summer hours (June-August) are Monday-Friday from 9-6 pm.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Open/close retail store during advertised store hours for brick and mortar shop located at the Girl Scout Leadership Center in Tampa Florida and mobile locations including GSWCF camps
• Rings sales of Girl Scout merchandise on cash register.
• Processes cash, checks, or credit transactions; issues receipts, refunds, credits, or exchanges and keeps money secure at all times.
• Provides high quality services to all internal and external customers (employed staff, Girl Scout members, etc.) by portraying a positive image of Girl Scouting.
• Educates customers on the Girl Scout Program Portfolio and its complimentary merchandise and the correct usage of uniform and insignia.
• Selects and shows merchandise to store customers; demonstrates and/or describes use; assists customer in selection of merchandise.
• Creative skills in merchandising of goods (sales approach, promotion of merchandise, etc.).
• Keeps the store inviting, full of product and clean by ensuring that stock levels are maintained neat and in an attractive manner in the merchandise units and assists with the day-to-day housekeeping maintenance of the Store.
• Monitors and informs the Director of Retail Operations of status of merchandise/inventory levels.
• Receives, counts, prices and stocks inventory using packing list supplied by vendors in a timely manner and sends documentation to the Director of Retail Operations so that inventory can be added to POS System and invoices can be processed.
• Performs detailed inventory counts for assigned merchandise; classifies and assists with seasonal and annual inventories.
• Conveys customer suggestions, insight and/or concerns to Director of Retail Operations.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekend based on customer needs and be available for special events including coordinating and facilitating mobile stores, as needed.
• Prepares daily sales reports and provides back-up documentation to the Director of Retail Operations and makes weekly bank deposits.
• Process and fill ecommerce orders
• Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bondable
• Retail and cash-handling experience
• Mathematical ability and general accounting comprehension
• Knowledge of the Girl Scout Program Portfolio is preferred
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with customers and co-workers
• Dependable, prompt, courteous and trustworthy
• Good oral and written communication and human relations skills.
• Ability to accept additional tasks, duties, training, and/or direction from management
• Computer savvy and have the ability to operate a cash register and 10 key calculator
• Ability to organize data and compile sales reports
• Demonstrated ability to use computer software, such as Word, Excel, etc. preferred
• Ability to constantly stand, bend, and reach
• Have reliable transportation and evidence of a clear driving record and proof of insurance
• Ability to lift 40-50 pounds
• Available to work a flexible part-time schedule including some nights and weekends.
• Knowledge and acceptance of beliefs and principles of the Girl Scout movement; willing to register as a member of Girl Scouts of the USA

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Actively supports and promotes the Council's and GSUSA's affirmative action plans and their commitment to diversity throughout the organization.
• Promotes the concept that funding of a Girl Scout council is an integral part of the Girl Scout program and relates to others the case for support.
• Build Trust and Relationships. We believe that personal accountability and ongoing effective communication are the keys to collective success.
• Act with Integrity. We realize that to be around for another 100 years effectively serving girls’ needs, we must act with integrity at all times and treat everyone with respect.
• Employ the Best People. We value leadership, work ethic, customer service and ingenuity in our employees and work to attract, retain, and develop our talent.
• Create Energy. We believe that positive energy is contagious and that creativity flourishes when fun and new ideas are valued. GSWCF team members are encouraged to find fun and positivity in everything they do.
• Radiate Passion. We know that Girl Scouts gives girls a better future. To work here, every staff member must believe this and project this passion unto others.
• Impress Our Customers. We are customer-focused. Delivering on our mission of girls is not possible without many helping hands. We work to build relationships and do everything and anything possible to deliver service that leaves a WOW impression.
• Drive Change. Girls are why we are here and girls’ interests and needs change every day.
• Show Courage. We are courageous, just like our girls. We don’t shy away from challenges and change and see these opportunities to strive to be better.
• Collaborate and Innovate. Ideas come from all levels; collaboration and innovation are essential to our collective success.
• Be Kind: We recognize the best intentions and will be considerate and nice to others without expectation of reward or recognition.

Starting Hourly Rate $15.75 per hour
Full–time position

GSWCF is an equal opportunity employer

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $15.75 per hour

Shift:

• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person