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Retail Associate

 

New England Bonsai Gardens (NEBG) is looking for retail help in Bellingham, MA. NEBG is known as a premier place for bonsai enthusiasts to learn about bonsai gardening and to shop for bonsai trees, tools, and supplies. We pride ourselves on our top-notch customer experience. 

You will greet customers, help them while they shop, answer questions, and assist in the daily store operation. You serve as a reflection our the NEBG brand and play an instrumental role in our overall success. 

As a retail associate, your day-to-day job duties and responsibilities might include:

  • Greeting customers
  • Answering customer questions related to merchandise and store policies
  • Recommending products or services based on customer needs
  • Processing customer payments

A retail associate is also responsible for daily store operations, including:

  • Opening and closing of the store in accordance with operating hours
  • Stocking, organizing, and taking inventory of merchandise 
  • Keeping the store clean

This position offers the additional opportunity to learn about bonsai plants and participate in educational classes.

Skills:

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills, have a strong desire to learn, and have the ability to work well independently. S/he must also be comfortable working on a point-of-sale system and handling cash. In addition, s/he should enjoy working with customers and must be committed to providing outstanding customer service. Botanical interest and knowledge of bonsai plants are a plus.

Details:

We are looking for a self-motivated, outgoing, hardworking individual to be part of a small but vibrant 10-member team. Weekend work is required. Position available now – April 2022.

Opportunity to work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, or just Saturday and Sunday. 

Our ideal candidate would be with us long-term. High-school or College students accepted.

Location:

· Bellingham, MA 

Compensation:

· Base: Negotiable 

Contact: · Please send resume and references to nebonsai@nebonsai.com 

Reports To: Amanda Marsocci

Start Date: As soon as possible