Sales Associate

divh2Sales Associate/h2pThe Sales Associate is responsible for cultivating strong guest relationships and delivering operational excellence as part of a team that achieves high standards of results./ppProvide a world-class guest experience in the humidor and smoking lounges through exemplary service and selling skills. Serves as a Casa de Montecristo brand ambassador./ppBuild relationships with customers. Proactively and effectively communicate product features and benefits, as well as promotional information./ppDemonstrate a tenacious drive for results. Accountable for becoming a trusted, successful tobacconist and consistently work as part of a team to exceed sales and KPI goals./ppDevelop and maintain strong knowledge of Casa de Montecristo products./ppAssists in the complete operations of the store. Performs all functions to effectively execute corporate initiatives in a timely, efficient and resource-wise manner./ppFollows all Casa de Montecristo policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs), as well as state and local regulations./ppMaintains visual and cleanliness standards to support the brand image. Ensures a comfortable, responsible and safe environment./ppOther duties as assigned/ppPrevious experience in a retail, hospitality or other service-centric environment./ppPOS and/or computer skills needed/ppCigar knowledge a plus/ppAbility to work a flexible schedule (night, weekends, holidays)/ppWeekend availability a Must/ppExceptional interpersonal skills/ppHands on team player with a strong work-ethic/ppPassionate and persistent about delivering a stellar guest experience./ppA track record of meeting challenging sales and operational goals/ppDemonstrated flexibility and emotional intelligence to adapt to a frequently changing business conditions with energy and accountability./ppWork Environment/Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to smoke or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate./ppPhysical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands, reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel or sit; the employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus./ppPosted Salary Range: USD $16.00 - USD $16.00 /Yr./p/div