Retail Sales Associate

Retail Sales Associate - 3138 at First Cash

We are seeking entry-level, full-time sales associates in our pawn store locations nationwide. The Pawnbroker / Retail Sales Associate partners with the entire staff of the store to ensure customer service on both the lending and retail sides of the business. A Pawnbroker / Retail Sales Associate greets, engages, and interacts with customers in a positive and professional manner to process sales, loans, and other transactions.

The associates will work with a wide variety of jewelry and general merchandise, including tools, electronics, firearms (in FFL locations) and much more. The Full-Time Pawnbroker / Retail Sales Associate position offers an hourly wage, PLUS employees earn commission based on productivity. The successful Pawnbroker / Retail Sales Associate's pay will be based on factors such as work location, qualifications, and experience.

• Greets and interacts with all customers to develop a rapport to better provide and recommend appropriate financial solutions.
• Performs non-management open/close procedures.
• Keeps the sales floor clean, stocked, and maintains the display of merchandise.
• Performs sales and loan transactions in accordance with established policies, procedures, practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Handles all cash and negotiable items in accordance with established policies, procedures, practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Answers incoming calls per company standards.
• Effectively communicates to customers the legal aspects of the pawn and buy transactions.
• Communicates effectively with coworkers and managers, displaying respect and using effective communication tools.
• Partners with all employees to create a positive and memorable customer experience.
• Successfully completes the assigned training.
• Other related duties, as assigned.

• Must be willing and able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be willing and able to perform duties and tasks for extended periods of time (in accordance with federal, state, local law), some of which include standing, stooping, walking, climbing, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Ability to work with firearms and to become firearms certified.
• Employees may be asked to assist a customer on the exterior of the building within our parking lots and/or property boundaries.
• Minimum Age: 18 years old
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Strong desire to work, serve customers, work with people, and be team-oriented.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to perform basic math calculations proficiently.
• Cash handling experience is preferred.
• Should be able to work in multiple locations, as business needs dictate.
• Must have the ability to work a flexible retail schedule based on business needs, including weekends and holidays.
• Computer literate and able to operate Point-Of-Sale (POS) systems and common office machines.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental, and other voluntary options (eligibility required).
• The best working hours in the business. Most stores open at 9AM and close at 6PM; many stores are closed on Sundays.
• Earned Wage Access program available to all employees on the second day of employment; access to withdraw up to 50% of wages earned up to seven times per payroll cycle.
• The ability to earn unlimited commission above your hourly base rate.
• Vacation: one week of paid vacation after six months of active, full-time service; an additional week after one year, and two weeks on each anniversary thereafter; 120 hours after five years (adjusted for local requirements).
• Sick/Personal: 8 hours after 6 months, 16 hours each anniversary thereafter (years 2-5); 24 hours after five years (varies by locality).
• Employee discounts from day one.
• Tuition Reimbursement with First Cash Education (up to $2,000 per semester) for full-time employees who meet program requirements.
• Access to over 10,000 discounts from 1,000+ companies with First Cash Perks.
• Auto-enrollment in the First Cash 401k program after six months of employment.
• Access to the First Cash Pet Insurance program.

The employee commission incentive plan is proprietary to First Cash. Pawnbrokers have the potential to earn 2-8% commission, based on the gross profit of their personal performance. Applicants are provided with more details during the interview process.

First Cash Holdings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of First Cash to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

First Cash will provide reasonable…