NAVY EXCHANGE SERVICE COMMAND (NEXCOM)

(LITTLE CREEK MINI-MART) SALES ASSOCIATE

VIRGINIA BEACH, VAPosted 18 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from NAVY EXCHANGE SERVICE COMMAND (NEXCOM)

  • Job overview

    The Sales Associate at Little Creek Mini-Mart represents the company by providing excellent customer service and promoting products to enhance the company's reputation and sales.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves engaging customers, assisting with product knowledge, maintaining store appearance, processing sales transactions, managing inventory, and adhering to work schedules.

  • Experience and skills

    Retail experience is preferred but not required; strong interpersonal, communication, and basic math skills are necessary; ability to multitask and work independently or as part of a team is important.

  • Work environment and culture

    The work environment requires physical activity including standing, lifting, and moving, with a focus on teamwork, accountability, and positive customer interactions.

  • Company information

    NAVY EXCHANGE SERVICE COMMAND (NEXCOM) operates retail services for military personnel, focusing on customer satisfaction and community support.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will join the Little Creek Mini-Mart team, working in a retail environment with a focus on customer service and sales support.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, with part-time hours including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

  • Unique job features

    The job involves hands-on retail experience with opportunities to learn product features and use company technology for sales.

Company overview

The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) is a retail organization that provides quality goods and services to active duty military, retirees, and their families. They operate a variety of retail stores, including department stores, convenience stores, and specialty shops, generating revenue through the sale of merchandise and services. Established in 1946, NEXCOM has a rich history of supporting the Navy community by offering tax-free shopping and reinvesting profits into Navy Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) programs.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to emphasize your strong customer service skills, ability to engage proactively with customers, and your aptitude for learning and communicating product knowledge clearly and professionally.

  • Highlight your experience or ability to handle point-of-sale systems, cash handling, and basic math skills, as these are critical to the sales associate role at NEXCOM.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including the NAVY EXCHANGE SERVICE COMMAND corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for the Little Creek Mini-Mart Sales Associate position.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with current sales associates or managers within the NEXCOM retail division; ice breakers could include asking about their favorite product lines or inquiring how they stay motivated during busy shifts.

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