Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
401(k) Plan
Training and Development

Job Description

The Paper Store is a well-established specialty retail company committed to being the premiere destination for all customers' gift-giving needs. With a deep passion for providing exceptional products and outstanding customer service, The Paper Store focuses on delivering a unique and memorable shopping experience. Known for its vast selection of gifts, cards, and stationery, the company consistently strives to exceed customer expectations through an engaging and personalized approach.

The Paper Store operates as a specialty retail environment that caters to a diverse customer base, emphasizing quality, value, and creativity in every product offering. The company fosters a positive and dynamic workplace culture where employees are encouraged to deliver world-class service and uphold the brand’s high merchandising standards. Recognized as an inclusive employer, The Paper Store values diversity and equal opportunity, ensuring all employees and applicants are treated with fairness and respect.

The Key Holder role at The Paper Store is pivotal in maintaining the store's excellent reputation and operational success. Responsible for delivering world-class service, Key Holders play a critical role in achieving sales goals while maintaining merchandising standards in a fast-paced and fun atmosphere. Reporting directly to the Store Team Leader and management, this position requires strong leadership skills, customer service expertise, and the ability to support and mentor sales associates consistently.

Key Holders are expected to embody the core values of the company through the G.U.E.S.T. service approach, which involves greeting customers warmly, understanding their needs, explaining product features intelligently, suggesting additional items to enhance sales, and sincerely thanking customers to encourage repeat business. This customer-centric approach ensures every visitor receives personalized, attentive service aligned with The Paper Store's mission.

Beyond customer interaction, Key Holders contribute to building a positive work environment by acting as TPS Brand Ambassadors who inspire and motivate their teams with positive feedback and recognition programs. They enforce high standards of professionalism, ethics, and open communication while supporting sales initiatives across all business channels.

Operational responsibilities include processing transactions accurately, managing store opening and closing procedures, supervising the sales floor, coordinating employee breaks, and ensuring store maintenance and cleanliness. Selected locations may also require Key Holders to perform ear piercings after comprehensive training, maintaining safety and sanitary standards in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

This position requires flexibility in scheduling, including availability for nights, weekends, and holidays, alongside the physical ability to manage the demands of a retail environment such as standing for extended periods and handling merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds. The Paper Store values candidates proficient in Microsoft Office and POS systems who demonstrate multitasking abilities and leadership within team settings.

Overall, the Key Holder role is essential for driving sales, enhancing customer loyalty, supporting staff development, and maintaining the company’s high operational benchmarks. The Paper Store supports its employees’ growth and provides comprehensive training resources to help them excel within their roles and the retail industry. The company also respects the importance of fair employment practices and commits to equal opportunity for all individuals across all protected classifications.

Job Requirements

  • Previous experience and leadership work in specialty retail is preferred
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Demonstrate an ability to multi task while being attentive to customers
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Office and POS systems
  • Ability to work well and be a leader in a team environment
  • Ability to be mobile on a sales floor for extended periods of time
  • Ability to lift and mobilize medium to large items up to 50 lbs while utilizing appropriate safety techniques

Job Qualifications

  • Previous experience in specialty retail leadership
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Knowledge of effective sales techniques and merchandising standards
  • Ability to train and coach team members
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and POS systems
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage store opening and closing procedures
  • Commitment to company policies and procedures

Job Duties

  • Act as a TPS Champion by modeling the G.U.E.S.T. service approach and consistently delivering world class service
  • Greet and welcome every customer warmly and with enthusiasm
  • Understand customer needs by asking open-ended questions
  • Explain product features and benefits in relation to the customers’ needs by providing in-depth product knowledge
  • Suggest additional items to build onto sales by utilizing effective selling techniques
  • Thank the customer sincerely and invite them to return and shop with us again
  • Be a TPS Brand Ambassador
  • Build customer loyalty by being friendly, attentive and respectful of customers
  • Inspire and motivate the team daily by delivering positive feedback and utilizing TPS recognition programs
  • Contribute to a positive work environment by modeling ethical behavior, fostering open communication, and maintaining confidential information as required
  • Professional presentation in attire, demeanor, appearance and compliance to company dress code
  • Support all sales efforts and initiatives across all business channels in an effort to maximize company sales
  • Consistently capture accurate and valid customer information at the POS
  • Maintain awareness of all current promotions and process them correctly at the Point of Sale
  • Demonstrate the ability to make decisions with sound judgement, and in the best interest of the TPS customer, store team, and business
  • Continually train and coach associates on GUEST service behaviors and assigned tasks
  • Demonstrate desire to participate in training and development utilizing all training resources available
  • Prepare incoming product for the sales floor by following instruction and guidance from supervisors
  • Merchandise product following company visual guidelines and visual standards
  • Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of computers, systems and programs relevant to the position
  • Uphold store maintenance and cleanliness standards
  • After comprehensive training, perform ear piercings and provide a safe, sanitary experience in accordance with state, federal and CDC guidelines (select locations)
  • Perform management functions as expected including opening and closing of the store, management functions on point of sale, supervising the sales floor, and coordinating breaks
  • Assist with all other related tasks as directed within assigned time frame
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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