Bird Feeding Specialist
Working at your locally owned Wild Birds Unlimited store is an opportunity to support and educate our friendly customers about birds and nature. The difference between Wild Birds Unlimited and other retailers goes far beyond what we sell. It’s who we are. Enthusiasm, professionalism, informed expert advice and superior customer service are the hallmarks of our staff.
Wild Birds Unlimited Newmarket is accepting applications for a Certified Bird Feeding Specialist (Retail Sales Associate) with great retail and service skills to work 7-20 hours per week. Ultimate responsibility is to work with our sales team to create an unsurpassed customer experience. Our training program will teach a nature lover the bird, hobby, product and sales knowledge needed to work with our great customers. Our service standard requires the ability to carry 50 lbs. bags of seed and the effort needed to create an exceptional in-store experience.
Our Sales Associates work with other staff, including the owners, 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.
Apply for this Position
To apply for this position please complete and submit the Employment Application along with your resume via email (wbunewmarket@gmail.com).
Please refrain from dropping off applications in person as we are focused on assisting customers during store hours. All applicants MUST fill out our application, as there are specific questions pertaining to this job.
We appreciate all applications however only candidates whose background, qualifications and availability meets the needs of Wild Birds Unlimited will be contacted for an interview.
- Click here to download an Employment Application
- Click here to download the full job description for a Certified Bird Feeding Specialist
Position Considerations Include:
- We are open 7 days a week and associates are expected to be available on weekdays, weekends as well as evenings
- Previous retail and customer service experience a strong asset
- Must have a friendly, outgoing disposition
- Must have an interest in nature and wildlife- required
- Must be comfortable with computers and able to use a computer-based POS system, Word and Excel (training for POS provided)
- Wild bird feeding experience is not required, but is an asset
- Holidays are busy times and Sales Associates are needed to work during these periods
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. bags of bird seed
- Ability to climb a 10 foot-ladder
- Ability to work in a fast-paced setting and spend extended periods of time on ones feet
Wild Birds Unlimited Sales Associates give our stores a competitive advantage that cannot be surpassed. Enthusiasm, professionalism, informed expert advice and superior customer service combine to help you in your role as a Sales Associate who can make a difference. Our goal is to provide quality products, service, expertise and a high energy shopping experience. Help customers bring nature into their own backyards and lives. Come join our team!
Work Environment:
- Commitment To The Hobby Of Birdfeeding
- Appreciation Of Nature
- Interact With Great Customers
- Positive, Professional Work Environment
- High Standards Of Business Ethics
- Wild Birds Unlimited Brand Products Contribute To The Store’s Success
Training:
- Complete Backyard Birdfeeding Training
- Complete Retail Training
- Sales Training
- Employee Handbook
- On-Going Training
- Training Provided To Do The Job Well
Benefits:
- Competitive Wage
- Employee Discount
- Recognition And Appreciation
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