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ABOUT LORI'S ACE:

We are your local hardware store, a vital part of your community, and a well-loved and trusted brand. While others have become large and impersonal, at Ace we've remained small and very personal. That's why we say a visit to Ace is like a visit to your neighbor. The Ace community of retailers has grown to 5,600 stores and is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the world.

Lori's Ace Home & Hardware has locations in Fayetteville, NC and Surf City, NC. Locally owned and operated, Lori's Ace provides a superior customer experience and offer a vast selection of home and hardware products from premium national brands, including Stihl, Benjamin Moore, Milwaukee, Big Green Egg, Traeger, Yeti, Oakley and many more. Special departments in Lori's Ace include home decor and gift, patio furniture and a garden center.

Working at Lori's Ace is not just a job. You will be part of the Ace family and we want you to enjoy coming to work. We work hard but we have fun in the process, too. Are you ready to join the Ace family?

GENERAL SUMMARY:

We are looking for a Sales Associate in Surf City location. The position could be full time or part time. No seasonal applications please.

Your primary responsibility will be to positively represent Lori's Ace Home & Hardware through proactively helping customers with their shopping needs and solving problems. You will receive training to become a knowledgeable advisor for our customers. You will also assist in the receiving, stocking and pricing of all merchandise, and help maintain a clean and orderly merchandise presentation and overall store cleanliness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Customer Service:

• Provide a positive representation of Lori's Ace.
• Assist customers throughout the store with personal, customized service based on the premise of wowing every customer, every time.
• Proactively assist customers in solving problems.
• Possess a friendly outgoing demeanor; work well with customers as well as associates.
• Possess strong product knowledge and knowledge of store layout and location of products.

Store Operations:

• Assist in creating a positive, professional and safe work environment.
• Assist with receiving, checking in and stocking of merchandise throughout the store.
• Assist with maintaining back stock levels.
• Assist with daily maintenance, orderliness and cleanliness of the sales floor, stock room and outdoor merchandise area.
• Assist with providing a clean and orderly sales floor, including end caps and and merchandise.
• Assist with merchandise resets through the store.
• Participate in store meetings.
• Be professional in appearance and actions.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Superior customer service skills.
• Ability to influence others.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Friendly personality.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to learn store products and services.
• Previous retail experience preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Working at Lori's Ace is a physical position. Candidate must be able to stand for long periods of time, walk at a quick pace, lift up to 30 lbs and climb step ladders.

WAGE: Starts at $14 per hour

We are your local hardware store, a vital part of your community, and a well-loved and trusted brand. While others have become large and impersonal, at Ace we've remained small and very personal. That's why we say a visit to Ace is like a visit to your neighbor. The Ace community of retailers has grown to 5,600 stores and is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the world.
Lori's Ace Home & Hardware has stores in Fayetteville, NC and Surf City, NC. Locally owned and operated, Lori's Ace provides a superior customer experience and offers a vast selection of home and hardware products from premium national brands, including Stihl, Benjamin Moore, Milwaukee, Big Green Egg, Traeger, Yeti, and many more. Special departments in Lori's Ace include home and gift, outdoor decor, patio furniture and a garden center.
Working at Lori's Ace is not just a job. You will be part of the Ace family and we want you to enjoy coming to work. We work hard but we have fun in the process, too. Are you ready to join the Ace family?