Retail Sales Associate (Part Time)

Retail Sales Associate (Part Time)

Job Summary

Utilizes point of sale system to complete sales transactions and processes exchanges and returns. Designs appealing store displays, replenishes stock items, and inventories stock and sales areas.

Adheres to loss prevention policies. Delivers effective customer service and fulfills order requests.

Essential Functions

Business, Hospitality, and Auxiliary Services is seeking a qualified Sales Associate for the University Stores. Primary location will be The University Store on Fifth, but the employee will be expected to rotate / support all stores.

Duties of the incumbent include, but are not limited to :

• Providing excellent customer service
• Fulfilling e-commerce orders and staffing delivery options at the pick-up window and curbside pickup
• Merchandising, recording information, restocking
• Researching and processing special orders and cashiering
• Assisting with physical inventory
• Facilitating timely / accurate product return
• Placing phone inquiries to publishers and vendors
• Extra work hours are required to assist with Rush, graduation fair, "March Madness," and other events, as necessary.

Good writing, spelling, math, & computer data entry skills are necessary. Exceptional customer service skills, familiarity with all University Store departments and duties, and the ability to work well with others is a must.

This role will work up to 22.5 hours per week, with some the possibility of working required additional hours and overtime to support Store events.

Physical Effort

Sitting, standing, and walking. Requires frequent lifting, carrying, and moving heavy objects, up to 50lbs. Requires standing for long hours at a time.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community.

This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces.

We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity.

EOE, including disability / vets.

Assignment Category : Part-time regular

Job Classification : Staff.Retail Associate I

Job Family : Sales & Retail

Job Sub Family : Retail

Campus : Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required : High School Diploma / GED

Minimum Years of Experience Required : 1

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience : Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and / or experience requirement.

Work Schedule : Sunday - Saturday flexible schedule with approved overtime, weekends, holiday, etc.

Work Arrangement : Sunday - Saturday flexible schedule with approved overtime, weekends, holiday, etc.

Hiring Range : To be determined based on qualifications

Relocation Offered : No

Visa Sponsorship Provided : No

Background Check : For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances : Not Applicable

Required Documents : Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents : Not Applicable

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