Seasonal Sales Associate

Company Description: Paper Twist is a paper boutique specializing in custom invitations and stationery, desk accessories and luxury gifts. At Paper Twist, you’ll find only the best brands represented in stationery, invitations and gifts. Since opening our doors in 2008, we remain passionate about personalized stationery and invitations, helping our customers find stylish organization solutions and know the importance of a beautifully wrapped gift. Shoppers can visit the boutique in person or explore offerings online at papertwist.com and on Instagram at @paper_twist.

Role Description The Seasonal Sales Associate is a temporary, on-site role based at the Paper Twist boutique in Charlotte, NC. This role includes greeting customers, providing product recommendations, and answering questions about stationery, invitations, gifts, and wrapping services. Responsibilities include processing sales at the register, accurately handling cash and electronic payments, and assisting with gift wrapping and packaging to meet Paper Twist’s presentation standards. The associate will help restock shelves, organize merchandise displays, maintain a clean and welcoming store environment, and support inventory tasks as needed. This position also involves collaborating with the team to prepare for peak seasonal traffic, special events, and promotions.

Hours: Full-time and Part-time positions available. Saturday availability is required.

Qualifications

• Customer service and retail sales skills, including the ability to engage customers, understand their needs, and provide tailored product recommendations.
• Cash handling and point-of-sale (POS) skills, with attention to accuracy in transactions and basic math abilities.
• Gift wrapping, packaging, and attention-to-detail skills to meet high standards of presentation for stationery and gifts.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a friendly, professional demeanor in a boutique setting.
• Reliability and flexibility to work seasonal hours, including weekends and extended holiday shifts as needed.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and move merchandise, and perform basic physical tasks in a retail environment.
• Previous retail or boutique experience is beneficial; interest in stationery, paper goods, and gift presentation is a plus.