Full Time Entry-Level Sales ++ (includes shipping and restocking)
Wax Trax has a life of its own, and to a very large degree its reputation is tied to the high level of knowledge and the friendliness of its staff. The entry-level sales position at Wax Trax takes a lot of work, and a lot of attention to detail. It requires working weekends and a healthy attitude towards staying busy. It is one of the only jobs at Wax Trax that does not require significant prior record store experience, but it does require strong musical knowledge and an interest in music as a career, and a stable and productive work history is generally required as well.
We are also always looking for entry-level people who have experience and skills in other types of work that the store always needs, such as graphic design, illustration, shipping, writing, marketing, and sound engineering. If you went to school in one of these areas and need to build some clips/projects/portfolio work, Wax Trax is an option! Real contributions to the store's creative output are rewarded. Also let us know if you play music in any capacity, or are in a band.
The primary responsibilities of sales people at Wax Trax are keeping up with “the pull” by restocking the racks, keeping the sales floor and counters clean, and last but not least, ringing out sales. This involves a lot of running around, squats to reach the understock, and occasional heavy lifting. There is also a great deal to learn about our Point Of Sale (POS) system, including how to manage gift cards, returns, and other feats of technical wizardry. Sales people are also asked to help in other areas like shipping, receiving, and our mobile unit.
Skills required
Organized and motivated to find ways to improve the store’s organization
Ability to lift heavy boxes of LPs
Ability to type at least 40 words per minute
Ability to be moving around on your feet all day, including doing lots of squats!
Proficient with Excel/Google Sheets
Experience with and an aptitude for understanding databases