mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options. POSITION OVERVIEW: Guitar Center embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging staff to find their own individual sound. Our mission is to develop and nurture lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the joy that comes from creating music.
We believe in creating inclusive environments that put our customers first all the while fulfilling our mission. As our Sales Associate, you will serve as the face of Guitar Center in the store, greeting customers, qualifying their needs, matching their
need to the right product, and pitching and overcoming objections to close the sale. A few special characteristics that make our Sales Associates successful : Customer Focus : Understands customer service principles, and able to provide an excellent customer experience.
Able to connect with customers in a meaningful way. Is approachable, genuine, knowledgeable, encouraging, passionate, and committed to helping customers. Able to step in to handle customer service issues. Initiative : Able to identify opportunities issues and follow through on work activities to capitalize or resolve them. Able to learn quickly and take positive action without being requested to do so. Able to develop
knowledge and skills including product, store operations, sales, and leadership.
Interpersonal Communication : Able to communicate through various means (written and verbal) with diverse, individuals, including internal and external stakeholders at all levels in a clear, concise, positive, and courteous manner. Able to demonstrate respect to others, surroundings, and self. Selling: Able to work through GC certification program to gain a base understanding of products and sales techniques. As our Sales Associate, you will: Reach sales targets on services Demonstrate product and service knowledge to customers Assist customers and guide them through the sales process Continual learning through the onboarding, certification, and continuing education process Assisting with the execution of all tasks to ensure the store is ready to conduct business and service customers Keep an eye on inventory levels and replenish displays as needed Clienteling/build relationships with customers to fulfill future service needs Additional duties as assigned Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws.
All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling -xyz X ext. 2862 or by sending an email to xyz X@. Requirements Requirements: Willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays Strong orientation towards providing excellent customer service High attention to detail Preferences: Intermediate knowledge of Musical Instruments sold within Guitar Center (Guitars, Drums, Tech, etc.
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to transition to regular employment Why should you apply? • Competitive hourly wage • Flexible hours • GREAT FOOT IN THE DOOR! High level performance may lead to longer-term employment with Vans • 50% off product in store discounts across VF Brands (Vans, The North Face Timberland, and more!
) Responsibilities: · Build sales by maintaining a consumer centric mindset and using selling behaviors through genuine interactions with consumers. · Ensure the store is consistently recovered and consumer ready by meeting brand standards. · Use strong verbal and nonverbal communication skills to exceed sales results. · Regularly interact with consumers within the store, providing a high level of
customer service. · Adhere to policies, procedures and practices that align with company directives. Qualifications: · Proven communication skills · Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business; will require weekends, evenings, and holidays · Ability to be solution oriented · Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment · 0-1 years of related professional/retail experience is preferred · A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.
Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture
of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity.
We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Our Parent Company, VF Corporation VF is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. At the heart of our journey lies our company-wide purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose.
It’s the reason we come to work every day. It’s a commitment shared by our global associates across all brands. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Learn more at We just have one question. Are you in? For our seasonal and temporary hires, the minimum start rate may differ from the posted minimum start rate for our regular positions given the temporary/seasonal nature of the position. Hiring Range : $13.42 USD - $20.13 USD per hour Minimum Start Rate : $14.58 Benefits at VF Corporation : This position is a part-time or limited time position (ie.
internship) and is not eligible for all of the benefit plans offered at VF Corporation. There are some benefits the company offers that this position can participate in. You can review a general overview of the benefits provided at VF by visiting and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire. Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. Although all positions have a hiring range based upon market data, this position has a minimum starting rate that is listed above. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.
At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, interaction, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, interactionual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at xyz X@. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law. Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. VF Diversity Vision Statement VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business.
The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world. VF is an equal employment opportunity/ affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.
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