Are You Our Next Great Employee?

 

We are seeking a part time Sales Associate with great retail and service skills who enjoys nature, and most importantly, birds. Candidates who are friendly, enjoy conversing, and have a passion for learning are ideal in our store.

Wild Birds Unlimited is the first and largest franchise system of retail stores that caters to the backyard nature enthusiast. The difference between Wild Birds Unlimited and other retailers goes far beyond what we sell. It's who we are. Enthusiasm, professionalism, informed advice and superior customer service are the hallmarks of our staff.

Our Sales Associates work with other staff, including the owner, to bring to life the store’s mission – “We Bring People and Nature Together®…And We Do It With Excellence!” To that end, we provide training with regard to backyard bird feeding, bird watching and product knowledge. The training and support that we provide our employees will help you excel in a retail environment. The combination of a great work environment, ongoing training, competitive wages and flexible hours makes Wild Birds Unlimited a great place to work.

 

Description/Requirements:

  • Must have a love of nature

  • Briefly describe your present knowledge of wildlife, backyard birds or bird feeding on your application

  • Hours are flexible:  we are looking for candidates that desire 12 - 20 hrs. per week

  • Three to four 4-5-hr shifts desired

  • Previous retail experience preferred, but not required

  • Computer skills a must: comfortable with Windows OS, and MS Office or Google productivity software

  • Ability to lift and carry seed for our customers (up to 50 lbs.) – a foundation of our service!

  • Capable of stocking heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) on shelves and staying on your feet for long stretches

  • Interested in part-time applications that meet the needs of the business, but a flexible schedule and the ability to work at least one day on the weekend are required

  • A mixture of online and in-store training will be provided.  Knowing the local birds is a plus, but not necessary - we will train

  • Superior customer service & teamwork skills are of utmost importance

 

Responsibilities of Position:

  • Greeting customers and assisting them with selecting the best products for their needs

  • Educating customers about our products, the birds and wildlife in their yards

  • Processing sales transactions

  • Receiving inventory shipments, labeling product and stocking the backroom and showroom shelves

  • Assist in merchandising the store
  • Keeping the store clean and organized

 

 Pay & Benefits:

  • Competitive wage commensurate with experience and average total hours worked per week.  Minimum start $14/hr

  • Employee discount - 30%

  • Flexible scheduling

  • Recognition & appreciation

  • End-of-year bonus pay commensurate with total hours worked and quality of work

 

Our goal is to provide quality products, superior customer service, expertise and a high energy shopping experience. We want a candidate who is friendly, inquisitive, and eager to help customers bring nature into their own backyards and lives. Come join our team!

Click here to download an employment application.

Please print the application and complete all fields except social security number. In lieu of application, you may send us a resume in pdf format. Email completed application or resume to [email protected] or mail a copy to 100 Evergreen Dr, Suite 109, Glen Mills, PA 19342.