Now Hiring - PLAYGROUND MUSIC CENTER - Sales Associate in Panama City, FL

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Playground Music Center, Inc., founded in 1961, is a family-owned musical instrument retailer, its core business segment being school band and orchestra supported by strong relationships with over 200 middle school and high school instrumental programs throughout NW Florida, South Alabama, and SW Georgia. This FT-position exists in our Panama City, Florida location, band and/or orchestra experience or your proven sales success receive preference. An excitement and passion for serving and working with young developing instrumentalist and their parents is a must. Benefits: Group Health Plan, Simple IRA w/Matching Funds, 2-Weeks annual Vacation + 3 PDO's, Aflac Supplemental Plans, and Gym Membership. Starting Annual Salay range between $32K - $50K dependent on applicant's experience(s). Responsibilities * Engage with customers to understand their needs and provide exceptional service. * Utilize negotiation skills to close sales and meet targets. * Conduct product demonstrations and provide detailed information to clients. * Manage accounts and develop relationships with existing and potential customers. * Perform cold calling and follow up on leads to generate new business opportunities. * Collaborate with team members to strategize sales approaches and marketing initiatives. Qualifications * High school diploma or GED required * Strong negotiation and customer service skills * Proven sales experience, particularly in a retail environment * Familiarity with sales management tools * Ability to conduct product demos and cold calling * Experience in outside sales or account management is a plus * Strong analytical skills and business development acumen Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Health insurance * Paid time off * Paid training * Vision insurance Compensation Package: * Bonus opportunities * Commission pay Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Application Question(s): * Do you currently or have you ever played a musical instrument? If so, what instruments? Ability to Commute: * Panama City, FL 32405 (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Panama City, FL 32405: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person