Seasonal Retail Associate

Position: Retail Sales Associate

Department: Retail

Reports To: Store Manager

Classification: Non-Exempt

Direct Reports: None

The mission at Prairie Restorations, Inc. (PRI) is, “To produce and provide the most ecologically appropriate plants, products and services possible to restore and manage native plant communities.” In accordance with Prairie Restorations, philosophy, all team members work together sharing a common goal of a successful, profitable, and innovative company. All team members are to be role models of our Core Values.

Our Core Values

Growing together with positive perseverance

Passion to do right by nature.

Integrity and respect for all.

This job description identifies areas of accountability. This is not an all-inclusive list of duties. These are primary responsibilities.

Position Summary

Retail Sales Associates assist the Retail Management team in daily operations of PRI Retail Store locations. This includes but is not limited to inventory, merchandising, pricing, point of sale systems, online orders, customer service, light cleaning and plant care. All employees are expected to conduct themselves in a way consistent with PRI’s core values.

Qualification Requirements

• Proficient in general computer applications including internet-based software programs.

• Strong Customer Service skills

• Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills

• Good organization skills

• Strong knowledge and interest in educating customers on native plants and native plant communities

Duties and Responsibilities

Store Operations

• Store opening and/or closing procedures

• Understand designated sales goals

• Ensure merchandise is stocked timely and according to section.

• Help to create seasonally relevant merchandise displays.

• Assist in dusting, sweeping, wet moping and organization of the Native Plant Center indoors and outdoors.

Customer Service

• Customer Consultation

o Provide information regarding merchandise, native plant communities, seeds, plants, etc.

o Assist customers with selecting products

o Give customers instruction on site prep, planting and maintenance.

Retail Sales

• Complete sales transactions using PRI point of sale/register systems.

• Under the direction of the Store Manager assist in taking and fulfilling customer online/phone orders and ensure payment is received and order is completed using point of sale and inventory systems

Care for Native Plants

• Watering and Weeding

• Provide treatment for common plant problems

Miscellaneous Duties

• Partner with other departments within the company as needed.

• Follow all safety rules and maintain safe working conditions.

Work Environment

Frequently work outside in conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. The noise level may be loud at times. Working hours can be long and unpredictable.

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand for long periods of time and be able to move objects up to 50 lbs. using abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Constant movement and use of limbs. This position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to prihr@prairieresto.com , and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Job Description Agreement

POSITION: Retail Sales Associate

I have reviewed and understand the above Job Description; believe it to be accurate and complete; and I can successfully fulfill each duty or task. The job description is effective until revised and properly approved.

Signature: _________________________________________________________

Printed name: _____________________________________ Date: ____________

Team members are to demonstrate our Core Values.

• Growing together with Positive perseverance

• Passion to do right by nature

• Integrity and respect for all.