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Retail Sales Specialist

Part-time

Staples

Renton, WAPart-timeSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
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Location
Renton, WA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Sales Specialists help Staples customers find solutions in-store and through the kiosk by understanding their needs and providing customer service. They contribute to a collaborative retail environment, stay current on technology products and services, respond to customer concerns, and support Tech department sales goals. The role includes flexible part-time hours, training, and a range of store responsibilities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer ServiceCustomer EngagementCustomer Needs AssessmentCollaborationConflict ManagementHonesty and IntegrityLifting and Moving MaterialsClimbing LaddersStanding and WalkingProduct Sales

Qualifications

Customer Service Experience

Benefits

Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Sales Specialists provide exceptional customer service in helping our customers find a total solution both in-store and through the kiosk. You’ll have our customers’ needs in mind as you provide solutions. You will also be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers while being part of a fun, team-oriented retail culture. Hiring immediately and training provided.

After applying, you may have the opportunity to schedule an in-person interview within minutes.

Get great perks.

  • Flexible part time hours, generous paid time off, weekly pay and career growth opportunities

  • Associate discounts on in-store and online merchandise, services and warranty plans

  • Discounts at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and more

  • 401(k) plan with a company match

  • Dental and vision insurance

  • And many more benefits

  • Compensation based on qualifications and experience

Play an active role in helping both your store and your customer win.

  • Create a positive, inviting environment for customers as you learn their tech and overall needs

  • Stay current on technology products, offerings and services to offer a total solution

  • Respond quickly and resourcefully to customer requests and concerns on the sales floor

  • Ensure the Tech department achieves key metrics, including profitable sales

  • Be flexible on various responsibilities (e.g., cashier, merchandising, returns, other duties as assigned)

Essential skills and experience:

  • Able to work a flexible schedule based on the store’s needs

  • Strong customer service experience

  • Demonstrated ability to engage and speak to customers and understand their needs

  • Ability to collaborate and work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment

  • Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner

  • Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information

  • Ability to lift/move materials in the 10 - 50 pound range, climb ladders, stand and walk continuously

  • Preferred but not required: experience selling products or services

Staples does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender idenity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the process, please call 1-888-490-4747 for more information.

How this job compares

Set against the 5,947 open Retail Sales jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 6, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$53–56K/yr317 salary ranges
  • Washington median$21–23/hr104 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 125 open Retail Sales jobs in Washington and 5,947 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Washington
Experience
Retail Sales postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (1,391 postings).
Education
27 of the 5,947 open Retail Sales jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 6, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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