Retail Sales Associate Job at Verizon Communications in Newark

Apply prior to the end date: October 20, 2025

Overview

Verizon Retail Sales Associate position. This role is a full-time opportunity in one of Verizon’s retail stores, focused on sales success, customer service, and growth within the Verizon network.

What you’ll be doing

• Generate retail sales by using your passion for cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer service to expand the Verizon network.
• Learn and uncover customers' needs by creating connections and asking the right questions.
• Position product insights and solution recommendations to provide customers with a complete top-down sales solution.
• Close sales by using effective communication to fulfill customer needs with simple and intuitive tech solutions.
• Continuously develop yourself through ongoing training and up-skill in operational functions across merchandising and inventory.
• Potential to grow your customer base by placing outbound calls and sending text messages to current Verizon customers who are interested in our products and services.
• Engage with the community outside of the store to expand your loyal customer base, including at off-site Verizon-sponsored events.

Compensation and benefits

We’re hiring immediately. Base pay typically ranges from $16.00 to $21.00 per hour, with potential to earn up to $16,000 per year in individual-based commissions if sales goals are met. Top performers may earn additional commissions, with total annual compensation potentially reaching $65,000+ to $73,500+. Compensation varies by geography, hours worked, and performance.

Our comprehensive benefits start on day one and include health and well-being benefits, education and career investment, and other perks designed to support your career and life outside Verizon. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Best in class medical, dental, and vision
• Verizon 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 6%
• $2,500 stock grant per year (Stock Together)
• Sales recognition programs with incentives and travel
• Five weeks of paid time off (vacation, holidays, personal days)
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible new parents (up to 16 weeks with short-term disability)
• Up to $8,000 per year in tuition assistance
• Discounts up to 50% off Verizon products and services
• Additional employee discounts on attractions, automotive, travel and more

What we’re looking for

You’ll need to have:

• High school diploma or GED
• One or more years of relevant experience (work experience and/or military)
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays (schedule known four weeks in advance)
• Openness to pick up additional shifts, especially during peak times (summer, November–December, and peak vacation periods)

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Experience in a commission-based environment
• Demonstrated sales experience in solving customer needs
• Customer service experience

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit, apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification.

Where you’ll be working

In this worksite-based role, you’ll work onsite at a defined location(s).

When you join Verizon

You want more out of a career—a place to share ideas freely, learn, grow, and thrive. Verizon connects people to what brings them joy and drives innovation, creativity, and impact. Our V Team is a community that listens, learns, and supports its members. Join the #VTeamLife.

After you apply

You may be required to take an assessment (about 19 minutes). If selected to move forward, a recruiter will reach out with more information about the role and next steps.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.

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