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Retail Sales Associate

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In short

As a Retail Sales Associate at IKEA in Elizabeth, New Jersey, you will act as an expert consultant on home furnishings, inspiring customers and supporting their in-store needs. This part-time role involves maintaining sales floor standards, assembling displays, and maximizing sales while ensuring profitability. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

  • Act as an expert and consultant on a broad range of home furnishing solutions, products, and services to inspire and inform customers.
  • Create relationships with customers to provide in-store support.
  • Keep the sales floor tidy, priced, and fully stocked for a positive customer experience.
  • Assemble display products for new product introductions.
  • Listen to, identify, anticipate, and respond to customer needs.
  • Maximize sales and maintain profitability by steering customers towards top-selling and prioritized products.
  • Analyze and adjust sales space capacities based on sales location to secure high stock availability.
  • Support the implementation and upkeep of planned and promotional activities.

Requirements

  • 2-3 years of experience in retail sales, preferably in the home furnishing sector.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment.

Desired Qualifications

  • Warehouse/logistics, inventory, stocking, or shipping/receiving experience preferred.

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time.
  • WiselyPay – get earned wages up to two days early.
  • Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks).
  • KinderCare tuition discount.
  • Retirement and bonus plans.
  • Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus.
  • Pet insurance program.
  • Education assistance and learning programs.
  • Safety shoe reimbursement.
  • 24/7 telehealth visits.
  • Dental and vision plans.
  • Medical and Rx plans (Must work minimum of 20 hours per week).
  • A fun and inclusive work environment!
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Company

IKEA

Job Posted

9 hours ago

Employment Type

Part Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Associate

Locations

Elizabeth, United States

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