Part Time Retail Sales Associate at Cox Communications, Inc. in Santa Barbara, California

Job Description:

*Primary Location: *3303 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, USA
*Division: *Cox Communications Inc
*Job Level: *Individual Contributor
*Travel: *Yes, 5 % of the Time
*Schedule: *Part-time
*Shift: *Day Job
*Requisition Number: *206734
At Cox, we connect people to the things they love. Now we d like to connect with you. Cox Communications is looking for *sharp talent* to join our team and be the *voice of our brand.
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As a *Retail Sales Associate*, *you are an ambassador of the Cox brand* and will be the primary point of contact for both new and existing customers. Working in a Solutions Store, you will guide customers through the purchase decision, installation process and education of Cox product and accessory offerings while providing an exceptional customer experience.

You will be responsible for meeting established sales, retention, and customer experience objectives by ensuring customers are provided with the appropriate product and accessory solutions. As a critical member of the sales team, this role requires strong interpersonal skills and a passion for delivering an outstanding customer experience.

You will play a* key role in maximizing sales and profitability by focusing on key business initiatives*, store merchandising, marketing execution, inventory management, and loss prevention. Other operational duties may include paperwork and completion of sales reports as they relate to store opening and closing.
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*This is the perfect career opportunity for sales-driven individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit. Unleash your potential with Cox Communications* as a Retail Sales Associate. Keep reading to learn more and apply today!

*At Cox Communications, our employees are our most important resource. To demonstrate the value we place in our employees, we offer:*

* Competitive base salary plus commission potential

* Generous benefits to include healthcare day one, paid time off and 401(k) matching

* Free Internet and other Cox discounted services

* Career development programs and ongoing training, including tuition assistance

* Future career growth and promotional opportunities

*Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions*

* Ensures individual sales, retention, and customer experience targets are met

* Explains, illustrates, demonstrates product and accessory capabilities and offers suggestions based on customers wants and needs

* Provides best-in-class customer service skills and aids customers in completing purchases and resolving issues; maintains polished and professional presence

* Executes promotions and campaigns designed to increase brand equity and achieve sales objectives

* Assists with store opening and closing duties, maintaining proper cash handling metrics

* Participates in inventory cycle counts

* Ensures sales floor remains well merchandised, clean, and visually appealing at all times

* Participates in workshops, special events, and product demonstrations to drive customer loyalty

* Continuously expands knowledge of current Cox products as well as competitor product offerings by participating in regular training classes inside and outside of the store

* May be required to work in other locations that are in proximity to home store to meet the needs of the business

* Provides support for other sales agents as needed to ensure optimal customer service

* Assists with other duties as requested

Qualifications: *Minimum*

* HS diploma, GED or relevant work experience

* One or more year of experience preferred in related field (i.e. Sales, Retail Sales, etc.)

* Ability to meet established sales, retention, and customer experience targets

* Willingness to work a flexible schedule which includes weekends, evenings, and holidays

* Track record of high individual performance with demonstrated financial result in sales and retention

* Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively sell products using a solutions-based approach

* Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a service-oriented, fast-paced team environment

* Computer literacy with an aptitude for learning communication products, services, and accessories

* Ability to lift 25-50 pounds to help manage stock room inventory

* Ability to be mobile within the store for long periods of time to greet customers and demonstrate products and services

*Preferred*

* AS/AA or Technical Certification in related discipline desired

* Previous experience with store operational duties

* Cash handling; cashier and previous billing system experience

* Fluency in the Spanish language, both written and spoken

Who We Are
*About Cox Communications*
Cox Communications is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through broadband applications and services. The largest private telecom company in America, we proudly serve six million homes and businesses across 18 states. We're dedicated to empowering others to build a better future and celebrate diverse products, people, suppliers, communities and the characteristics that makes each one unique.

*About Cox *
We are the Cox family of businesses. We ve been making our mark since 1898 by building and evolving world-class businesses, staying true to our values, and encouraging top talent to always look for growth and impact while building a career with us. Our primary divisions Cox Communications and Cox Automotive are driving a new wave of innovation, powering smart cities with powerhouse broadband communications and pioneering greener, more progressive transportation alternatives for individuals and fleet operators. We re also expanding into new spaces like cleantech and healthcare to rev up our momentum toward building a better future for the next generation. We re looking for the talent today who will be our leaders tomorrow. Sound intriguing? Learn more about where we are today, where we hope you ll be going with us, and the common purpose that unites us at coxenterprises.com.
Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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