Retail Sales Associate
Best Buy
Estimated pay: $15.00-19.79 per hour
Roanoke, US
Part time
The Breakroom Take
- People enjoy this job
- Recommended by students
- Respectful managers
- Good training
- Learn new skills
- Uninterrupted breaks
About Best Buy
Best Buy is a retailer. They sell electronics, appliances, and tech products, and offer tech support services.
Job description from Best Buy
Job Description
Job Descriptionfamily:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">As a Retail Sales Associate, you'll be the face of Best Buy for customers who visits our stores. We'll train you with the skills and knowledge you need to confidently recommend the right tech products and services to meet each person's unique needs. If you have a passion for sales or just helping people, this role is great for you.
What you'll do
- family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Welcome and engage with customers in a warm, friendly manner
- family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Perform product demos, answer questions and make recommendations that meet customers' needs across all departments
- family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Complete cashier duties for purchases, returns and exchanges
- family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Maintain appropriate knowledge and expertise through ongoing learning and development
- family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Help keep the sales floor clean and well stocked
- family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Assist with in-store pickup and curbside pickup orders
- family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">3 months of experience working in retail or another fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Ability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights and weekends
We're committed to helping our people thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support as you need it, especially key moments in your life.
Our benefits include:
- family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Competitive pay
- family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Generous employee discount
- family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Financial savings and retirement resources
- family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Support for your physical and mental well-being
As part of the Best Buy team, you'll help us fulfill our purpose to enrich lives through technology. We bring that to life every day by humanizing and personalizing tech solutions for every stage of life - in our stores, online and in customers' homes.
Our culture is built on deeply supporting and valuing our amazing employees who make it all possible. We're committed to being a great place to work, where you can unlock unique career possibilities. Above all, we aim to provide a place where you can bring your full, authentic self to work now and into the future. Tomorrow works here.™
Best Buy is an equal opportunity employer.
Application deadline: Minimum of 5 days from the posting date. You can find that date above the job title at the top of the page.
Position Type: Part timePandoLogic. Keywords: Retail Sales Representative, Location: Roanoke, VA - 24012
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What employees say
Pay
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Only some people get paid breaks
Do sales associates at Best Buy get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
How we know this
57% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 130 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
Good jobs pay you for your break time.
You should get paid for all the time you’re at work, even when you’re on break.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick
Does Best Buy pay sales associates when they’re sick?
No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
How we know this
80% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 127 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
Most US companies don’t have to pay you when you’re sick - only some states require it.
But we believe a good job should pay you when you can’t work because you’re sick. Everyone gets sick sometimes.
Good
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do sales associates at Best Buy do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
95% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 126 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
You should be paid for all the work you do.
A good job pays you for every minute you spend working for your employer.
Benefits
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Okay
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Only some people get separate paid time off for sick days and vacation
At Best Buy, are sales associates’s sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
How we know this
57% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
Getting sick isn’t a vacation.
You shouldn’t have to lose your time off just because you got sick or had a medical emergency.
A good job gives you separate sick days so you can rest and get better without losing your paid time off allowance.
Needs improving
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Part-timers can't get health insurance
Are part-time sales associates able to get health insurance from Best Buy?
Most people who work part-time can't get health insurance.
How we know this
81% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insuranceBased on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good employer offers health insurance to all their workers, no matter how many hours they work or what kind of job they have.
Needs improving
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Part-timers don’t get paid time off
Do part-time sales associates get paid time off at Best Buy?
Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
How we know this
72% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time offBased on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid time off, no matter if they work full-time or part-time.
At a good job, you deserve all the same benefits, even if you work fewer hours.
Good
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Most people say they can afford the health insurance
Is the health insurance from Best Buy affordable enough for sales associates?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
How we know this
84% of people say the health insurance costs are okayBased on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and February 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone needs medical care sometimes, but it can be expensive.
A good job should offer health insurance that workers can actually afford.
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Only some people get paid time off
Do sales associates get paid time off at Best Buy?
Some people get paid time off from work.
How we know this
46% of people say they don’t get paid time off.Based on data from 114 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone needs time to rest and take care of life outside of work.
A good employer offers paid time off so their workers can choose when to have a break or go to appointments without worrying about losing pay.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of work schedule
How far ahead of time do sales associates find out their work schedule?
Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
How we know this
- 38% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 58% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 5% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 128 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
We believe your workplace should tell you your schedule at least 4 weeks ahead of time.
You need to know when you’ll be working so you can plan your life and know how much money you’ll earn.
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Some people worry about their hours
Do sales associates at Best Buy worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
34% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 128 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
A good employer should give you the hours you need each week.
You shouldn’t have to struggle or beg for work time.
Good
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Most people can choose their shifts
Do sales associates at Best Buy get to choose the shifts they work?
Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
How we know this
69% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.Based on data from 117 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for sales associates at Best Buy to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
39% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 96 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
A good job works with your personal life.
It should be easy to change your schedule when you need to - both for emergencies and when you’re planning ahead.
Good
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Easy to get time off
How easy is it for sales associates to get time off at Best Buy?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
How we know this
72% of people report it’s easy to get time off.Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should let you use your vacation time when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a hassle to arrange.
Good
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Schedules don’t get changed at the last minute
Do Best Buy managers change sales associates schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
How we know this
79% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.Based on data from 108 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
If your bosses keep changing your schedule at the last minute, that shows they aren’t planning well.
Good jobs don’t switch your hours around without warning.
Good
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Most people find it easy to take sick days
How easy is it for sales associates to take sick days at Best Buy?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
How we know this
77% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 121 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes.
You should be able to stay home when you need to get better.
A good job should make it easy to take sick time and have clear steps for letting them know you’re sick.
Good
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Most students say it’s good
Is sales associates at Best Buy job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
91% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
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Only some parents say it’s good
Is working as sales associates at Best Buy good if you have caring responsibilities?
Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
40% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should understand when you need to take care of your kids or help sick family members. Your work should respect your family needs.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do sales associates at Best Buy feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
86% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 125 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
Your boss should treat you with respect.
No one at work should bully you or treat you unfairly.
If you have a problem, you should be able to talk to someone else who can help.
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Most people get breaks without interruption
Do sales associates at Best Buy get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
How we know this
82% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.Based on data from 124 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. You should be able to do what you want to and not get pulled off it early.
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Some people are stressed out
Is it stressful for sales associates to work at Best Buy?
Some people feel stressed out here.
How we know this
58% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.Based on data from 132 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
Work can be hard sometimes, but you shouldn’t feel stressed all the time.
Your boss should make sure there are enough people and resources to get the work done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do sales associates at Best Buy enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
77% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 107 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do sales associates at Best Buy recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
35% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 143 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
The people you work with every day are important. They can make the difference between a bad day and a good one.
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Only some people get enough training
Do sales associates get enough training when they start at Best Buy?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
36% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 134 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should train you well from your first day, not just throw you into the deep end.
Nobody can do their job well without proper training at the start.
Good
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Most people get support to advance
Do sales associates get support to advance at Best Buy?
Most people are given support to advance their career here.
How we know this
In the last year, 69% of people report being given support to advance their career here.Based on data from 124 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should help you grow, if you want to.
This could mean getting better at your current job, learning new things, becoming a team leader, or taking on more duties.
This helps you build skills and earn more money.
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Headquarters only partly understands what's happening
Do sales associates think Best Buy’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
66% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 125 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
In a good job, the people running the organization should support the workers who do the hands-on work.
To do this well, they need to know what’s really happening at each location.
This is extra important when an organization has many different sites.
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Only some people feel well informed by headquarters
Do sales associates feel well informed about how Best Buy is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
34% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 126 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Why this matters
A good employer shares news with all its workers.
You should know how your employer is doing - both the good news and the problems.
Managers should keep you updated about what’s happening.
What Best Buy employees say about their job
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Best thing
I love the people I work with being around the newest and latest tech and it is a cool feeling to know my knowledge about tech has genuinely helped someone
Worst thing
Retail is hard. Not every customer is kind and understanding. Pressure from corporate can make managers difficult to deal with. VERY performance driven
Sales lead at Best Buy, May 2026
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Best thing
Pros: the discount, working with friends and learning about tech
Worst thing
Cons: numbers is all managers think about and will pester you each shift
Employee at Best Buy, April 2026
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