Current Openings:

APIARY Retail Sales Associate

Part Time

Orlando, FL

We are looking for dynamic team members to become a part of the APIARY family while supporting our daily sales activities, building meaningful relationships with our customers, and providing exceptional customer service.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support Store Manager with all daily operational procedures and contribute to the team’s daily sales activities and goals

  • Greet customers in a friendly, hospitable and polite manner as they enter the store

  • Help guide customers on their journey through the store to help determine their specific needs, offer recommendations, and provide excellent customer service in order to develop strong relationships with them

  • Assist customers on the phone to determine their needs and offer recommendations based on their preference

  • Become a part of APIARY’s story and demonstrate proficient knowledge of the brand narrative and history to share with customers

  • Learn the story behind each product and demonstrate proficient product knowledge by sharing accurate product information with each customer

  • Educate customers about current in-store promotions and upcoming events

  • Check out customers by ringing in sales and managing financial transactions while understanding the POS system and its functions

  • Increase customer base by adding all new customers to contact list and proactively reaching out when new products arrive that meet their needs

  • Conduct daily store tasks including but not limited to keeping the sale floor clean and organized, stocked and well merchandised

  • Keep track of inventory levels and notify the Store Manager of low inventory needs

  • Receive, unbox, process, and account for all new deliveries

  • Coordinate and support regular in-store stock checks and as needed

  • Provide product feedback from product inspections and customer reviews to Store Manager and buying team

  • Understand, know, and follow all operational procedures to properly and effectively execute daily operations

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Retail experience preferably in home decor and/or interiors

  • Flexible and available to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays

  • Personal interest in hosting, entertaining, interior decorating, and/or cooking

  • Ability to maintain a friendly, hospitable and approachable attitude whether in a fast-paced environment or during slower-paced seasons

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, the internet, and computers. Experience using Shopify/Shopify POS a plus

  • Self-motivated individual who demonstrates outstanding customer service, listens intently, leads thoughtfully and is eager to learn new things and achieve goals

  • Capable of standing and walking for extended periods of time as well as lifting and mobilizing large items up to 50 pounds while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques to merchandise and maintain storefront

  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills with an emphasis on oral and interpersonal skills

  • Strong organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail

  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and an ability to identify efficiencies and implement processes for streamlining

  • Proven ability to work independently without supervision, be self-directed, and demonstrate initiative to juggle multiple priorities and complete responsibilities in a timely, growth-oriented environment

  • Exhibit good judgment and decision-making skills

  • Ability to make constructive recommendations

  • Strong team synergy skills and ability to work collaboratively with others with whom you have no direct authority over

  • Excellent ability to establish rapport with others and ability to build strong interpersonal relationships

  • A dedicated team player who is willing to do what it takes and is flexible to adjust as needed

 

OTHER: 

  • Located in Central Florida

  • Reliable Transportation

  • A passion for building deeply connected communities rooted in relationships


RELOCATION INFORMATION:

  • Relocation and housing expenses are the responsibility of the candidate


WORKING DETAILS:

  • Store Hours (to be divided amongst team members)– 

    • Monday: Closed

    • Tuesday - Friday: 10am - 7pm

    • Saturday: 10am - 8pm

    • Sunday: 11am - 4pm

  • Location: 1595 Meeting Place, Suite B, Orlando, FL 32814

  • Start Date – January 2024

  • APIARY by The Busy Bee’s culture is built on creativity, positivity, encouragement and family. APIARY by The Busy Bee is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

  • Supervisor: Store Manager

  • Rate dependent on experience 


BENEFITS:

  • Store discounts

  • Annual Team Meeting

  • A dynamic, ambitious, and friendly work environment


JOB TYPE:

Part-Time (with potential to become full-time)

If this opportunity sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you! Please email your resume to hello@shoppeapiary.co (Subject Line: Part-Time Sales Associate Application) with your resume. We look forward to hearing from you!