{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7312e92c4e8708b87b42bb5e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7312e92c4e8708b87b42bb5e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7312e92c4e8708b87b42bb5e","title":"Flex Associate","description":"Description:\nOur Business\nEstablished in 1997 Smokin' Joe's is one of the largest discount tobacco & alcohol retailers with 17 locations in Iowa and Western Illinois. We strive to provide the lowest pricing with the best customer service in a clean and inviting environment.\nOverview\nWe are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Retail Sales Associates to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be the face of our brand, providing exceptional customer service and ensuring a positive shopping experience for our customers. You will engage with customers, assist them in finding products, and contribute to the overall success of the store through effective sales techniques and inventory management.\nThe role requires a flexible, on-demand professional who covers shifts, staff absences, or unexpected vacancies across multiple locations. The role demands high adaptability, reliability, and the ability to seamlessly step into various roles on short notice. Act as critical backup for daily operations, ensuring business continuity during employee sick leaves, vacations, or surges in workload. You will be responsible for traveling to various locations and shifts within the assigned district to perform essential duties as needed.\nJoin us where your passion for customer service can shine while contributing to a thriving retail environment!\nResponsibilities\nProvide outstanding customer service by greeting and assisting customers in a friendly manner.\nCommunicate product knowledge effectively to help customers make informed purchasing decisions.\nEngage in upselling techniques to enhance the customer shopping experience and increase sales.\nOperate the Point of Sale (POS) system accurately for transactions and returns.\nCash Control, including shift drawer count in/out and daily store reconciliation and bank deposits based on position coverage/\nMaintain an organized and visually appealing sales floor by stocking shelves, arranging displays, and ensuring products are readily available.\nAssist with inventory management, including receiving shipments, conducting stock checks, and managing product displays.\nHandle customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.\nMaintain cleanliness inside and outside of store\nDisplay a positive attitude and promote teamwork\nExhibit professionalism in appearance and conduct\nAdaptability:\nFill in for absent staff or assist with special projects across multiple locations.\nRemain reachable and ready to accept shifts, often on short notice, according to the agreed-on schedule, which will include 2-3 scheduled shifts.\nTransition between different teams and environments smoothly\nPromptly respond to all phone calls regarding shift requests and supervisor expectations.\nOpen availability to work varied shifts, potentially including early mornings, nights, weekends, or holidays.\nCompensation:\n$15.500-$16.50 / Hour\nBenefits: (Fulltime Eligible Employees 30+ hrs Avg)\nMedical\nDental\nVision\nVoluntary Life Insurance\nShort-Term Disability\nLong-Term Disability\nPaid Time Off\nWork Environment\nTobacco & Liquor Retail Store\nRequirements:\nJob Skills/Licenses/Certifiations:\nPrevious experience in retail sales or customer service is preferred.\nStrong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with customers.\nStrong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to adapt to new environments and procedures rapidly.\nFamiliarity with retail math concepts to assist in inventory management and sales reporting.\nAbility to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required by store operations\nReliable.\nA proactive attitude towards upselling and promoting store promotions or events.\nComfortable multi-tasking and adapt easily to change.\nAbility to work alone, including opening or closing the store.\nBasic knowledge of POS systems is a plus but not mandatory; training will be provided.\nAbility to commute to other stores within a 30 mile radius.\nValid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation with active auto insurance to commute to various locations.\nWorking cell phone\nAbility to successfully complete state tobacco and alcohol selling certifications\nEducation:\nHigh school diploma/ GED (required)\n1 year of customer service experience (preferred)\nMust be able to pass the required certifications for Selling Alcohol and Tobacco within the allotted attempts\nMust complete the Smokin' Joe's Associate New Hire Training Program\nPhysical Requirements:\nStand 6-9 hours\nWalk, bend, squat, kneel, twist, reach overhead and below waist – frequently\nClimb occasionally\nHand manipulation, example typing, running cash register - constantly\nLift up to 25 lbs consistently, 25-40 lbs frequently; 50 lbs occasionally\nAbility to work alone, unassisted","company":"Smokin","rawCompany":"smokin","city":"Cedar Rapids","state":"IA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T13:18:32.732Z","occupations":[{"code":"41-2031.00","title":"Retail Salespersons","slug":"retail-salespersons"},{"code":"41-1011.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-retail-sales-workers"},{"code":"41-9099.00","title":"Sales and Related Workers, All Other","slug":"sales-and-related-workers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"445131","title":"Convenience Retailers","slug":"convenience-retailers"},{"code":"459991","title":"Tobacco, Electronic Cigarette, and Other Smoking Supplies Retailers","slug":"tobacco-electronic-cigarette-and-other-smoking-supplies-retailers"},{"code":"457110","title":"Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores","slug":"gasoline-stations-with-convenience-stores"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Flex Associate","description":"Description:\nOur Business\nEstablished in 1997 Smokin' Joe's is one of the largest discount tobacco & alcohol retailers with 17 locations in Iowa and Western Illinois. We strive to provide the lowest pricing with the best customer service in a clean and inviting environment.\nOverview\nWe are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Retail Sales Associates to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be the face of our brand, providing exceptional customer service and ensuring a positive shopping experience for our customers. You will engage with customers, assist them in finding products, and contribute to the overall success of the store through effective sales techniques and inventory management.\nThe role requires a flexible, on-demand professional who covers shifts, staff absences, or unexpected vacancies across multiple locations. The role demands high adaptability, reliability, and the ability to seamlessly step into various roles on short notice. Act as critical backup for daily operations, ensuring business continuity during employee sick leaves, vacations, or surges in workload. You will be responsible for traveling to various locations and shifts within the assigned district to perform essential duties as needed.\nJoin us where your passion for customer service can shine while contributing to a thriving retail environment!\nResponsibilities\nProvide outstanding customer service by greeting and assisting customers in a friendly manner.\nCommunicate product knowledge effectively to help customers make informed purchasing decisions.\nEngage in upselling techniques to enhance the customer shopping experience and increase sales.\nOperate the Point of Sale (POS) system accurately for transactions and returns.\nCash Control, including shift drawer count in/out and daily store reconciliation and bank deposits based on position coverage/\nMaintain an organized and visually appealing sales floor by stocking shelves, arranging displays, and ensuring products are readily available.\nAssist with inventory management, including receiving shipments, conducting stock checks, and managing product displays.\nHandle customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.\nMaintain cleanliness inside and outside of store\nDisplay a positive attitude and promote teamwork\nExhibit professionalism in appearance and conduct\nAdaptability:\nFill in for absent staff or assist with special projects across multiple locations.\nRemain reachable and ready to accept shifts, often on short notice, according to the agreed-on schedule, which will include 2-3 scheduled shifts.\nTransition between different teams and environments smoothly\nPromptly respond to all phone calls regarding shift requests and supervisor expectations.\nOpen availability to work varied shifts, potentially including early mornings, nights, weekends, or holidays.\nCompensation:\n$15.500-$16.50 / Hour\nBenefits: (Fulltime Eligible Employees 30+ hrs Avg)\nMedical\nDental\nVision\nVoluntary Life Insurance\nShort-Term Disability\nLong-Term Disability\nPaid Time Off\nWork Environment\nTobacco & Liquor Retail Store\nRequirements:\nJob Skills/Licenses/Certifiations:\nPrevious experience in retail sales or customer service is preferred.\nStrong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with customers.\nStrong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to adapt to new environments and procedures rapidly.\nFamiliarity with retail math concepts to assist in inventory management and sales reporting.\nAbility to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required by store operations\nReliable.\nA proactive attitude towards upselling and promoting store promotions or events.\nComfortable multi-tasking and adapt easily to change.\nAbility to work alone, including opening or closing the store.\nBasic knowledge of POS systems is a plus but not mandatory; training will be provided.\nAbility to commute to other stores within a 30 mile radius.\nValid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation with active auto insurance to commute to various locations.\nWorking cell phone\nAbility to successfully complete state tobacco and alcohol selling certifications\nEducation:\nHigh school diploma/ GED (required)\n1 year of customer service experience (preferred)\nMust be able to pass the required certifications for Selling Alcohol and Tobacco within the allotted attempts\nMust complete the Smokin' Joe's Associate New Hire Training Program\nPhysical Requirements:\nStand 6-9 hours\nWalk, bend, squat, kneel, twist, reach overhead and below waist – frequently\nClimb occasionally\nHand manipulation, example typing, running cash register - constantly\nLift up to 25 lbs consistently, 25-40 lbs frequently; 50 lbs occasionally\nAbility to work alone, unassisted","datePosted":"2026-08-05T13:18:32.732Z","dateModified":"2026-08-05T13:18:32.732Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smokin","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Cedar Rapids","addressRegion":"IA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"7312e92c4e8708b87b42bb5e"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7312e92c4e8708b87b42bb5e"}}