Sales Associate
World Market · Greater Houston
- On site
- Part-time
- $30,000 / year
- Greater Houston
Job highlights
- Provide excellent customer service and product knowledge.
- Process transactions and manage store operations.
- Maintain visual merchandising and sales floor standards.
- Handle freight processing and contribute to a safe environment.
- Collaborate with a supportive and respectful team.
About the role
About World Market
For over 60 years, we have searched the globe for design inspiration, emerging trends, and time-honored handicrafts, to bring you stylish home décor, quality furniture, thoughtful gifts and one of the largest assortments of international foods, beverages and candy. You won’t find a store and team like this anywhere else! From handpicked finds to heartfelt teamwork, World Market is where uniqueness isn’t just celebrated—it’s what sets us apart.
Our team means the world to us! We value authenticity, empowerment and respect. If you’re looking for a place where you can be yourself, contribute in meaningful ways, and have a little fun while doing it—you’ve found it!
When You Join Our Team, You’ll Enjoy
- Flexible scheduling that supports your lifestyle & work-life balance
- Up to 30% shopping discount on our unique finds for you and your designated shopper
- Working with a team who thinks the world of you
- Wellness resources to be and do your best
- Anniversary and recognition programs that celebrate you
- Hands-on training for career growth made for you
- Benefits -Learn more about benefits and eligibility for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Assistance Program and more
What You’ll Do
You will be responsible for a variety of duties including customer service and making the shopping experience fun and memorable for our customer:
- Share your passion and knowledge for our products and help customers find the perfect “anything.”
- Checkout customer in store and buy online pick up in store purchases.
- Maintain merchandising, pricing, signing and sales floor replenishment standards.
- Participate in processing freight and truck unload as needed.
- Contribute to a safe shopping environment.
Experience & Skills You’ll Bring
- A can-do attitude and commitment to contributing to a collaborative, open minded, adaptable, honest, and respectful culture.
- Retail experience a plus but not required.
- Excellent communication & time management skills.
- Ability to initiate a conversation.
- Minimum Age 16 years.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Full time and Part time associates are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan after three (3) months of service.
Benefits for full-time employment on the first of the month following 30 days of continuous employment include offerings for programs including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Commuter Benefits and Employee Assistance.
If you need reasonable accommodations to complete the on-line application, please contact the Human Resource Department: Phone: 1-833-680-2399 Email: hrsupport@worldmarket.com
This email address is only to request reasonable accommodation for the application process due to a medical condition. If you do not need a reasonable accommodation for such reason, please use the apply button below to complete an application and upload your resume.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws, which depending on your location may include the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of World Market, LLC. to recruit, hire, train, promote, transfer and compensate our associates and provide all other conditions of employment including Company sponsored events without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, lawful alien status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, employment status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Key skills/competency
- Sales Associate
- Customer Service
- Retail Sales
- Merchandising
- Inventory Management
- Point of Sale (POS) Systems
- Communication Skills
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
Skills & topics
- Sales Associate
- Retail Sales
- Customer Service
- Merchandising
- Sales Floor
- Inventory
- POS
- Communication
- Teamwork
- World Market
- Home Decor
- International Foods
- Shopping Discount
- Flexible Scheduling
- Career Growth
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight retail experience and customer service skills relevant to the Sales Associate role.
- Showcase your attitude: Emphasize your 'can-do' spirit and commitment to a positive, collaborative culture in your application.
- Ace the conversation: Prepare to discuss your ability to initiate conversations and engage customers about products.
- Demonstrate physical ability: Be ready to confirm your ability to lift up to 40 lbs during the application or interview process.
- Understand the culture: Research World Market's values of authenticity, empowerment, and respect to align with their team.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities of a Sales Associate at World Market?
- As a Sales Associate at World Market, you'll be responsible for providing excellent customer service, sharing product knowledge, processing sales transactions, maintaining merchandising standards, and assisting with freight processing. The goal is to make the shopping experience fun and memorable for customers.
- Is retail experience required to be a Sales Associate at World Market?
- No, retail experience is a plus but not required for the Sales Associate position at World Market. They value a can-do attitude and excellent communication skills, and provide hands-on training for career growth.
- What are the benefits of working as a Sales Associate at World Market?
- World Market offers flexible scheduling, a 30% employee discount, wellness resources, and a supportive team environment. Full-time associates are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) and more after meeting eligibility requirements.
- What skills are important for a Sales Associate at World Market?
- Key skills for a Sales Associate include a can-do attitude, excellent communication and time management skills, the ability to initiate conversations, and a commitment to a collaborative and respectful culture. The ability to lift up to 40 lbs is also necessary.
- How does World Market support employee growth for Sales Associates?
- World Market provides hands-on training designed for career growth. They encourage associates to contribute in meaningful ways and offer a supportive environment where employees can be themselves.
- What is the application process like for a Sales Associate role at World Market?
- The application process typically involves submitting your resume online. For any specific accommodations needed during the application process due to a medical condition, you can contact the Human Resource Department via phone or email.
- Does World Market consider applicants with arrest or conviction records for Sales Associate positions?
- Yes, World Market considers qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable laws, which may include the Fair Credit Reporting Act and specific state/local fair chance ordinances.