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GC Retail Sales Associate Store 712

12/21/2025

As a Retail Sales Associate, you will engage with customers to understand their musical needs and recommend suitable instruments and gear. You will also be responsible for achieving sales targets and maintaining the store's appearance.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

10,001+ employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
We exist so music can persist. Our family of brands has put more instruments into the hands of more people than anyone on the planet. Meet the family or, as we call them, The Guitar Center Company. Guitar Center. But there's more to us than guitars and basses. We carry all kinds of musical instruments, plus essentials like amplifiers, recording equipment, lighting, live sound, DJ gear, with services like lessons, rentals and repairs. How do we do it all? With the most talented group of music-loving Associates in the world. Guitar Center Professional is a network of account managers and engineers with direct access to the world’s best manufacturers. From personal studios to concert venues, we design and install custom audiovisual systems that exceed your expectations. Audio Visual Design Group (AVDG) meticulously designs, engineers, and installs next-gen audio, video, and lighting systems for homes and businesses around the globe. Their world-class technical staff brings the most incredible personal musical experience to everyone on the planet. Music & Arts believes deeply in the transformative power of music. Their collaboration with students, parents, and teachers includes providing lessons, rentals, repairs, plus all levels of band and orchestra sales and service. ------------- Please Be Advised - Recruitment Scams: we will only reach out to interview, make an offer of employment or conduct onboarding activities for candidates who have applied through our careers site. If you find a job posting on a third-party job site, such as LinkedIn, please know that a legitimate posting will direct you to our careers site to apply. When interviewing for a position, the candidate experience will include live interaction, such as a video conference or phone call, with a Recruiter and/or company employee(s). Be aware of suspicious recruitment activity. If you think you are a victim of an employment scam, please visit the Federal Trade Commission.
About the Role

Join the Band: Retail Sales Rockstar Wanted! Are you ready to turn your love for music into a retail experience like no other? We're on the lookout for a new member to join our team of dynamic Sales Associates!

 

Who We Are: At Guitar Center, we're not just selling instruments; we're creating experiences. We believe in the power of friendly faces, awesome tunes, and a store that's as vibrant as the music we all love. If you're passionate about music and love helping people find their perfect beat, we want you on our stage!

 

What We Need:

  • Friendly Vibes: Your smile is your signature, and you make every customer feel like they've just joined the coolest band in town.
  • Music Junkie: You live, breathe, and dream music. Whether you're jamming on your guitar or singing in the shower, your passion is contagious.
  • Player’s Spirit: You've got the competitive edge, a goal-driven mindset, and you're ready to hit those sales targets like a Rockstar.
  • Problem Solver: When there's a musical mystery, you're the detective! Your ability to solve problems leaves customers singing your praises.
  • Team Player: You know that the best performances happen when the whole band is in sync. Collaboration is your middle name.

 

Your Jam as a Retail Sales Associate:

  • Customer Engagement: Greet customers like VIPs, understand their musical dreams, and recommend the perfect instruments and gear to make those dreams come true.
  • Competitive Sales Mindset: Hit those sales targets with flair! Upsell and cross-sell like a pro, maximizing every opportunity to enhance the customer's musical setup.
  • Product Knowledge: Be the product expert, keeping up with the latest trends and features to help customers make informed decisions.
  • Customer Relationship Building: Build a fanbase! Establish strong relationships, follow up to ensure satisfaction, and become the go-to in the local music community.
  • Merchandising and Store Maintenance: Keep the store looking as cool as your favorite album cover. Organize displays, restock shelves, and maintain that music store vibe.
  • Student Mindset and Confidence: Approach challenges with the eagerness to learn and the confidence to overcome. Embrace feedback, seek solutions, and rock that growth mindset!
Qualifications

What You Bring:

  • Passion for Music: You're not just an employee; you're a music enthusiast with a solid understanding of various instruments and products.
  • Sales Success: You've got a proven track record in sales, and hitting targets is second nature to you.
  • Communication Skills: Your communication style is as smooth as a guitar solo. Excellent verbal and written skills are your secret weapons.
  • Retail Resilience: Fast-paced and dynamic? No problem! You thrive in a retail environment, and your organizational skills are top-notch.

If you're ready to rock the retail world, apply now and let's create some musical magic together!

Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‐related requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1‐818-735-8800 ext. 2862 or by sending an email to recruiting@guitarcenter.com.

Key Skills
Customer EngagementSales MindsetProduct KnowledgeCustomer Relationship BuildingMerchandisingProblem SolvingTeam PlayerCommunication SkillsPassion for MusicRetail Resilience
Categories
RetailSalesCustomer Service & Support
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