Retail Sales Associate Jobs in North Dakota
Retail Sales Associate jobs in North Dakota concentrate in general merchandise, grocery, home improvement, and automotive retail, with openings available across entry-level floor positions to senior-level key holder and department lead roles. Most of the hiring happens in and around Fargo, Bismarck, and Grand Forks, where established retailers like Scheels, Menards, and Walmart operate large stores and distribution-connected locations. Customer service, product upselling, and inventory management are the specialties that appear most consistently across North Dakota postings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Be Part of an Amazing Story
Macy’s is more than just a store. We’re a story. One that’s captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible products…about the excitement of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We’ve been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.
Job Overview
As a Retail Selling Colleague, you blend selling that delivers results with genuine hospitality to create standout shopping experiences. You take the time to understand each customer’s needs, offering personalized recommendations and connecting them with the right products and services. Whether on the sales floor or in the fitting room, your warmth, product knowledge, and personal approach turn everyday visits into memorable moments. You stay focused on achieving selling goals by driving performance through customer engagement and smart selling behaviors. With every interaction, you build trust, meet sales targets, and inspire loyalty - making each visit both meaningful and successful.
This role goes far beyond just being a cashier. Here, the customer is at the heart of everything we do - every day, all day. If you're passionate about selling, reaching goals, working as a team, and creating amazing experiences through genuine hospitality, this could be the perfect fit for you! You’ll also help keep the shopping space clean, organized, and inviting so every customer feels welcome the moment they walk in.
How Our Selling Colleagues Spend Their Day…
- Our colleagues begin each day energized and ready to make an impact. They wear their name badge with pride, greet teammates with a warm hello, and help ensure the sales floor is clean, organized, and prepared for customers. Before getting started, they review their sales goals, learn about new arrivals and top-selling items, and stay up to date on current trends and promotions - so they’re fully informed and ready to engage, educate, and sell with confidence.
- On the floor, they focus on the customer - offering a warm welcome, making eye contact, and creating friendly, personal conversations to create customer relationships to bring the customers back.
- Throughout the day, they maintain a shoppable space by recovering the floor and fitting rooms, updating signs and pricing, and supporting any needed merchandise moves.
- They always Finish Strong - sharing our Loyalty program benefits, making sure customers have all they need, and ending with a sincere thank-you, often walking the package around and using the customer’s name.
- We believe service starts with each other - supporting one another with honesty, care, and collaboration so we can better serve our customers and communities.
- And we know that excellence is a journey - we strive to improve every day, take pride in our work, achieve sales goals and learn from each other to deliver individual and store results.
Full-time colleagues are typically scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week, while part-time colleagues are typically scheduled 12-24 hours per week. All schedules contain weekend shifts as part of the requirements. Hours are dependent on business needs and colleague availability. Information regarding hours per week needed for benefit eligibility purposes can be found here.
Who You Are
- Flexible availability, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays with regular, dependable attendance and punctuality
- Must be able to:
- Understand and communicate effectively with customers, co-workers, and supervisors
- Read and understand employment policies and safety rules/procedures in English
- Be comfortable communicating and collaborating with customers and colleagues
- Meeting daily sales goal challenges
- Enjoy meeting people, learning about them, and sharing information
- Resourceful and eager to start a new venture and can adapt to changing priorities
- You can work on your own but are great with team dynamics
- You can handle electronic devices with no problem
Essential Physical Requirements You Will Perform
- This position requires talking, lifting, constant moving, standing, and reaching with arms and hands.
- Standing for at least two consecutive hours, lifting at least 25lbs. stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders, reaching, including above eye level.
- Requires close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
- Frequent use of computers and other technology, necessary to perform job functions, including handheld equipment, cash register and ability to process register transactions.
What We Can Offer You
Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.
Some additional benefits we offer include:
- Merchandise discounts
- Performance-based incentives
- Annual merit review
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.
About Us
This is a great time to join Macy’s! Whether you’re helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people’s lives.
Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - Apply Today!
This job description is not all-inclusive and may not apply to colleagues covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Macy's Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
STORES0
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Additional benefit details are available at macysJOBS.com.
Be Part of an Amazing Story
Macy’s is more than just a store. We’re a story. One that’s captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible products…about the excitement of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We’ve been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.
Job Overview
As a Retail Selling Colleague, you blend selling that delivers results with genuine hospitality to create standout shopping experiences. You take the time to understand each customer’s needs, offering personalized recommendations and connecting them with the right products and services. Whether on the sales floor or in the fitting room, your warmth, product knowledge, and personal approach turn everyday visits into memorable moments. You stay focused on achieving selling goals by driving performance through customer engagement and smart selling behaviors. With every interaction, you build trust, meet sales targets, and inspire loyalty - making each visit both meaningful and successful.
This role goes far beyond just being a cashier. Here, the customer is at the heart of everything we do - every day, all day. If you're passionate about selling, reaching goals, working as a team, and creating amazing experiences through genuine hospitality, this could be the perfect fit for you! You’ll also help keep the shopping space clean, organized, and inviting so every customer feels welcome the moment they walk in.
How Our Selling Colleagues Spend Their Day…
- Our colleagues begin each day energized and ready to make an impact. They wear their name badge with pride, greet teammates with a warm hello, and help ensure the sales floor is clean, organized, and prepared for customers. Before getting started, they review their sales goals, learn about new arrivals and top-selling items, and stay up to date on current trends and promotions - so they’re fully informed and ready to engage, educate, and sell with confidence.
- On the floor, they focus on the customer - offering a warm welcome, making eye contact, and creating friendly, personal conversations to create customer relationships to bring the customers back.
- Throughout the day, they maintain a shoppable space by recovering the floor and fitting rooms, updating signs and pricing, and supporting any needed merchandise moves.
- They always Finish Strong - sharing our Loyalty program benefits, making sure customers have all they need, and ending with a sincere thank-you, often walking the package around and using the customer’s name.
- We believe service starts with each other - supporting one another with honesty, care, and collaboration so we can better serve our customers and communities.
- And we know that excellence is a journey - we strive to improve every day, take pride in our work, achieve sales goals and learn from each other to deliver individual and store results.
Full-time colleagues are typically scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week, while part-time colleagues are typically scheduled 12-24 hours per week. All schedules contain weekend shifts as part of the requirements. Hours are dependent on business needs and colleague availability. Information regarding hours per week needed for benefit eligibility purposes can be found here.
Who You Are
- Flexible availability, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays with regular, dependable attendance and punctuality
- Must be able to:
- Understand and communicate effectively with customers, co-workers, and supervisors
- Read and understand employment policies and safety rules/procedures in English
- Be comfortable communicating and collaborating with customers and colleagues
- Meeting daily sales goal challenges
- Enjoy meeting people, learning about them, and sharing information
- Resourceful and eager to start a new venture and can adapt to changing priorities
- You can work on your own but are great with team dynamics
- You can handle electronic devices with no problem
Essential Physical Requirements You Will Perform
- This position requires talking, lifting, constant moving, standing, and reaching with arms and hands.
- Standing for at least two consecutive hours, lifting at least 25lbs. stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders, reaching, including above eye level.
- Requires close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
- Frequent use of computers and other technology, necessary to perform job functions, including handheld equipment, cash register and ability to process register transactions.
What We Can Offer You
Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.
Some additional benefits we offer include:
- Merchandise discounts
- Performance-based incentives
- Annual merit review
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.
About Us
This is a great time to join Macy’s! Whether you’re helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people’s lives.
Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - Apply Today!
This job description is not all-inclusive and may not apply to colleagues covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Macy's Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
STORES0
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Additional benefit details are available at macysJOBS.com.
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What North Dakota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in retail sales associate jobs across North Dakota.
- High school diploma or GED recognized by a North Dakota school or equivalent
- Prior customer service or cashiering experience in a retail setting preferred
- Ability to operate point-of-sale systems and process cash and card transactions
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and North Dakota seasonal peaks
- Basic product knowledge in the relevant retail category such as hardware or sporting goods
Retail Sales Associate Jobs in North Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a retail sales associate in North Dakota?
No state-issued license or certification is required to work as a retail sales associate in North Dakota. Most employers hire candidates with a high school diploma or GED and train on the job. Starting in an entry-level cashier or stock associate role at retailers like Scheels or Menards is the most common path, with advancement to full sales associate responsibilities typically following within a few months of consistent performance.
Which companies hire retail sales associates in North Dakota?
Employers hiring retail sales associates in North Dakota right now include T-Mobile, Men's Wearhouse, and Macy's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. North Dakota's retail hiring is anchored by large-format and specialty retailers concentrated in the Fargo metro and in Bismarck, where foot traffic from surrounding rural communities keeps staffing needs consistent year-round.
Which North Dakota cities have the most retail sales associate jobs?
Fargo, Grand Forks, and Minot have the most retail sales associate openings in North Dakota. Fargo leads because of its regional draw as the state's largest commercial center, pulling shoppers from eastern North Dakota and western Minnesota, while Bismarck and Grand Forks support steady retail employment as government and university anchors that keep consumer spending stable regardless of agriculture cycles.
Are there remote retail sales associate jobs in North Dakota?
Yes, but they're rare. About 20% of retail sales associate openings tied to North Dakota are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role fundamentally is. The small share of remote-eligible positions tends to involve telephone or online sales support rather than in-store floor work, and those roles typically require demonstrated experience in customer-facing sales.
How can I get hired as a retail sales associate in North Dakota with little or no experience?
Applying directly to seasonal or part-time floor associate openings at large North Dakota retailers like Scheels, Menards, or Walmart is the most realistic entry point with no experience. These employers run structured new-hire training programs that cover product knowledge, POS systems, and customer interaction from day one. Lateral moves from cashier, stocker, or warehouse associate roles are common, and completing a North Dakota Job Service-listed pre-employment retail workshop gives candidates a clear edge in applications.
Where can I find and apply to retail sales associate jobs in North Dakota?
You can find and apply to retail sales associate jobs in North Dakota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state. Search for roles that match your location, availability, and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No sign-up or profile creation is needed to view the listings.
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