Verizon Communications is hiring: Retail Sales Associate in Warwick
Verizon Communications, Warwick, RI, United States, 02888
Overview
Apply prior to the end date: September 26th, 2025
Verizon is seeking a full-time Retail Sales Associate to join our store team. This role emphasizes career growth, a customer-first focus, and opportunity in a dynamic retail environment.
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.
- 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.
We’re hiring immediately. This isn’t a typical entry-level retail position. Whether you’re starting out or have years of sales experience, you can earn $16.00 to $21.00 per hour in base pay, plus up to $16,000 a year in individual-based commissions if you hit all sales goals. Top performers could earn substantial commissions, with total compensation potentially ranging from $65,000 to $73,500+ annually. Compensation varies by geography, hours worked, and performance.
Our comprehensive benefits (starting day one) and perks are designed to help you move forward in your career and in your life outside of Verizon. From health and well-being benefits to investment in your education and career, we’ve got you covered.
- Best in class medical, dental, and vision
- Verizon 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 6%
- $2,500 stock grant per year, part of Verizon's Stock Together program
- Sales recognition programs with rewards including travel, gifts, and incentives
- 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 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
This position is a great way to jumpstart your career. One in five Verizon Retail employees moved laterally or promoted in 2024. You’ll hear from our team about the experience, training, and benefits that support career growth.
What we’re looking for
You’ll need to have:
- High school diploma or GED
- One or more years of relevant experience, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays (schedule known four weeks in advance)
- Openness to pick up additional shifts and earn more income, typically during peak vacation periods
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- Experience working in a commission-based environment
- Demonstrated sales experience communicating with customers to find solutions
- Customer service experience
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
After you apply
You may be required to take an assessment. It takes about 19 minutes to complete. If selected to move forward, a recruiter will reach out with more details about the role and next steps.
Where you’ll be working
In this worksite-based role, you’ll work onsite at a defined location(s).
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Equal Employment Opportunity
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
Benefits and Compensation
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career and in other areas of your life. Depending on the role, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, identity protection, retirement savings, tuition assistance, and other incentives. New hires may receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, increasing with service. Part-time employees’ benefits vary by eligibility.
Starting base pay rate for the location listed is: $18.27 per hour. This is a commission-based position with potential for higher earnings.
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