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Retail Sales Associate

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Lake, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/23/2026

Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as a Retail Sales Associate and become the friendly face that customers rely on for expert advice and exceptional service! In this energetic role, you will engage with shoppers, assist them in selecting the perfect products, and ensure a seamless shopping experience. Your enthusiasm for gardening, landscaping, and home improvement will inspire customers and help drive sales. Whether guiding a customer through plant identification or ringing up a purchase at the POS (Point of Sale) system, your proactive attitude will make a positive impact every day. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your retail skills while sharing your passion for horticulture and outdoor living.

Duties

  • Greet customers warmly, listen to their needs, and provide personalized product recommendations related to lawn care, landscape maintenance, floral design, and gardening.
  • Assist customers in identifying plants, flowers, tools, and outdoor supplies using plant identification knowledge and horticultural expertise.
  • Operate POS systems accurately for cash handling, credit card transactions, and retail math calculations to ensure smooth checkout experiences.
  • Maintain organized merchandise displays through effective merchandising and stocking practices to attract customer attention and maximize sales.
  • Support store organization by managing inventory levels, restocking shelves, and conducting stock audits.
  • Provide excellent customer service by answering questions about product features, e-commerce options, and store policies in multiple languages if applicable.
  • Promote store promotions and seasonal offerings while ensuring a clean, welcoming shopping environment that encourages repeat visits.

Experience

  • Previous experience in retail sales or customer service is preferred but not required; enthusiasm for gardening, floral design, or landscaping is highly valued.
  • Familiarity with POS systems, cash handling procedures, and retail math enhances your ability to succeed in this role.
  • Knowledge of horticulture principles, plant identification techniques, lawn care practices, and landscape maintenance will help you provide expert guidance to customers.
  • Strong communication skills in English are essential; multilingual abilities are a plus for connecting with diverse clientele.
  • Organizational skills are important for managing stock levels and maintaining an attractive store layout.
  • Experience with floral arrangements or gardening projects can add value to your interactions with customers seeking specialized advice.

Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to enriching lives through outdoor beauty! Your energy, expertise, and passion will help create memorable shopping experiences while advancing your career in retail sales within a lively environment that values growth and teamwork.

Pay: $13.80 - $14.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $14

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