About this Retail Sales Associate (Potomac Mills) role at Squishable
Squishable is a close-knit team of designers, artists, pop-culture fanatics, and lovers of all things adorable. Together we create the cutest, cuddliest (and sometimes downright unusual) plush and lifestyle products in the world. With the millions-strong Squishable fan community cheering us on (and a lot of cupcakes, coffee, and karaoke) we make people say “awww.” Our offices are in a sunny SoHo loft in NYC and in downtown Washington, DC.
WHO ARE WE?
We are Squishable! Products and people are at the core of why we do what we do every day. We strive to create a customer experience built on sharing our love and passion for the brand while building long-lasting relationships with our customers…turning friends into fans. We need great people to represent the brand where it matters most…in front of our customers, and our Sales Associates are the ones who are there.
What does a Squishable Retail Sales Associate do?
Our Retail Sales Associates become Squishable ambassadors: they learn our unique products inside out and develop the communication skills to turn that knowledge into the highest level of customer service.
As a member of the team, this person will:
- Set and maintain exceptional brand and operational standards within the store
- Perform all POS transactions efficiently and courteously
- Engage with customers and create a fun, memorable environment in the store
- Process inbound shipments
- Maintain an organized inventory and ensure all merchandise is displayed according to brand visual guidelines
- Support the team with opening and closing duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Reasonably open availability, with flexibility to work evenings and weekends
- Previous retail experience, preferably in a pop-up, promotional, or boutique environment
- Familiarity with Square or a similar POS system
- The ability to lift cartons up to 25 lbs.
- Must be 18 or older
Compensation
Pay rate is $15.00 per hour
Benefits & Perks:
- A fun, welcoming workplace where creativity and personality are encouraged
- Career growth opportunities (many of our team members become Store Managers!)
- Employee discounts (yes, even on the giant plushies)
- Affordable vision and dental insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
Squishable.com, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Squishable.com, Inc. also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities, for sincerely held religious beliefs and practices, and as otherwise required by applicable law. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process may contact Squishable for assistance.
Squishable.com, Inc. prohibits retaliation against any applicant or employee for exercising rights protected under applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
Squishable.com, Inc. will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law, including applicable Fair Chance laws.
