Retail Sales Supervisor (Wheaton, IL)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $17.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

flexible part time hours
Full-time options
Paid Time Off
weekly pay
Career Development Program
associate discounts
401(k) plan with Company Match
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
medical coverage options

Job Description

Staples is a leading retail company specializing in office supplies, technology products, and services tailored to meet the needs of businesses and individual customers alike. Known for its commitment to exceptional customer service and comprehensive product offerings, Staples operates numerous stores providing convenient shopping experiences both in-store and online. As an established brand in the retail industry, Staples aims to foster an inclusive and supportive work environment that encourages career growth, development, and a strong sense of teamwork among its employees. The company offers a range of benefits, competitive compensation packages, and opportunities for both part-time and full-time employment, ensuring flexibility and work-life balance for its workforce. With a strong emphasis on innovation, community engagement, and customer satisfaction, Staples continues to be a preferred destination for retail customers and job seekers alike.

The Retail Sales Supervisor role at Staples is a dynamic position designed for individuals passionate about customer engagement and retail operations. This role involves championing customer experiences by leading and supporting the store team to drive sales, conversions, and service excellence throughout the store. As a Retail Sales Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to perform a Floor Leader role by directing the team to deliver outstanding customer service while managing daily merchandising and sales activities. You will actively coach and support staff through role-playing and feedback, ensuring that customers receive complete solutions tailored to their needs. The position also entails collaborating closely with the Store General Manager to delegate and complete various operational tasks crucial to the smooth functioning of the store. This role requires flexibility, adaptability to changing business priorities, and a strong commitment to fostering an engaging environment that promotes teamwork and professional development. With competitive compensation aligned with your qualifications and experience, along with access to an extensive benefits package including paid time off, associate discounts, 401(k) plans with company match, and medical coverage options, the Retail Sales Supervisor role offers not only a fulfilling career path but also numerous perks that make working at Staples advantageous. Candidates will have the chance to schedule in-person interviews shortly after applying, streamlining the hiring process. This position requires the ability to work flexible hours and operate effectively in a fast-paced retail environment where customer needs and business demands continuously evolve. Staples does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this role, emphasizing the need for candidates to have appropriate work authorization before applying.

Job Requirements

  • Able to work a flexible schedule based on the store’s needs
  • 1+ year experience selling retail products or services
  • Must be able to and want to engage with customers and understand their needs
  • Effective communication skills, organization, and adaptive to changing business priorities
  • Experience coaching a team and/or supervising others
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment
  • Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
  • Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
  • Ability to lift/move materials in the 10 - 50 pound range, climb ladders, stand and walk continuously

Job Qualifications

  • 1+ year experience selling retail products or services
  • Experience coaching a team and/or supervising others
  • Effective communication skills
  • Organization skills
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment
  • Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
  • Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information

Job Duties

  • Provide peer coaching and support to the store team to drive customer service, sales, and conversion
  • Focus on providing an exceptional store experience, consultative selling, driving conversion, and providing total solutions to every customer
  • Own weekly sales and merchandising activities
  • Perform Floor Leader role, directing the team to deliver a great customer experience in all areas of the store
  • Champion company initiatives, adaptable to change or responsibilities, and flexible to perform other duties as assigned
  • Remain available and always support an engaging environment
  • Complete daily tasks for merchandising and sales opportunities within the store
  • Assist with completing and delegating operational tasks in partnership with the GM
  • Peer coach team on the behaviors to win, deliver great customer service and to deliver results through role playing and feedback
  • Be flexible to perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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