Pay Rate: $14.42/hr - $27.44/hr plus commission depending onbackground and experience.The job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that maybe earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee,which is always dependent on actual experience, education, and otherfactors. The pay range(s) listed are provided in compliance with statespecific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.
Why Guitar Center? Here's just some of the rewards:For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gigleave-take time off to share your music with the world and return to your jobafter your tour! Guitar Center offers robust benefits and perks, includingMedical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus company match, mental healthsupport, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program,and tuition reimbursement options.POSITION OVERVIEW:Guitar Center embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging staffto find their own individual sound. Our mission is to develop and nurturelifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musiciansand non-musicians alike to experience the joy that comes from creating music.We believe in creating inclusive environments that put our customers first allthe while fulfilling our mission.As our Sales Associate, you will serve as the face of Guitar Center in thestore, greeting customers, qualifying their needs, matching their needto the right product, and pitching and overcoming objections to close thesale.A few special characteristics that make our Sales Associates successful:Customer Focus: Understands customer service principles, and able toprovide an excellent customer experience. Able to connect with customers in ameaningful way. Is approachable, genuine, knowledgeable, encouraging,passionate, and committed to helping customers. Able to step in to handlecustomer service issues.Initiative: Able to identify opportunities & issues and follow through onwork activities to capitalize or resolve them. Able to learn quickly and takepositive action without being requested to do so. Able to develop knowledgeand skills including product, store operations, sales, and leadership.Interpersonal Communication: Able to communicate through various means(written and verbal) with diverse, individuals, including internal andexternal stakeholders at all levels in a clear, concise, positive, andcourteous manner. Able to demonstrate respect to others, surroundings, andselfSelling: Able to work through GC certification program to gain a baseunderstanding of products and sales techniques.As our Sales Associate, you will:Reach sales targets on servicesDemonstrate product and service knowledge to customersAssist customers and guide them through the sales processContinual learning through the onboarding, certification, and continuingeducation processAssisting with the execution of all tasks to ensure the store is ready toconduct business and service customersKeep an eye on inventory levels and replenish displays as neededClienteling/build relationships with customers to fulfill future service needsAdditional duties as assignedGuitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equalemployment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race,color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity,national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any otherprotected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. Allemployment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran andare unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you mayrequest a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening.You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1-818-735-8800 ext. 2862or by ending an email to .
Requirements:Willing to work nights, weekends, and holidaysStrong orientation towards providing excellent customer serviceHigh attention to detailPreferences:Intermediate knowledge of Musical Instruments sold within Guitar Center(Guitars, Drums, Tech, etc.)Part-time
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individualswith disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.