Sales Assistant

We are looking for an efficient Sales Assistant to represent home improvement services within retail partner locations in North Carolina. This contract position offers part-time hours and is well suited for someone who enjoys starting conversations, connecting with shoppers, and helping turn interest into scheduled consultations. The ideal candidate brings a confident, customer-first approach and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, public-facing environment. The shift will be consistent weekly and based on location will be Wednesday/Thursday - Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm or 11 am - 7 pm for a total of 24 hours each week.

Responsibilities:

• Approach and engage customers in retail settings to create interest in available home improvement solutions.

• Explain service offerings clearly and professionally, tailoring conversations to each shopper’s needs and level of interest.

• Qualify potential customers and secure appointments for follow-up consultations using a company-provided tablet.

• Maintain a visible, welcoming presence on the sales floor to encourage customer interaction and brand awareness.

• Work assigned part-time shifts based on store scheduling needs, including midweek and weekend availability.

• Support lead generation goals by consistently initiating conversations and converting interest into booked meetings.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in sales, retail, hospitality, or another customer-facing role is preferred.
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to speak confidently with a wide range of customers.
• Comfortable working in a retail environment and remaining proactive throughout the shift.
• Ability to use a tablet or similar device to enter customer information and schedule appointments.
• Positive attitude, detail-oriented demeanor, and a high level of energy when interacting with the public.
• Background in inside sales, direct sales, inbound sales, outbound sales, or general sales is beneficial.

Compensation

$20.00-$23.00 Hourly

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