Music Department Staff - Vinyl Record Specialist (Full-Time) Mesa

About Bookmans Entertainment Exchange

Bookmans Entertainment Exchange has been serving Arizona communities for nearly 50 years. Originally a used bookstore, Bookmans has expanded to include various forms of media such as books, video games, music and movies as well as musical instruments, housewares, and collectibles. We buy, sell, and trade with our customers to acquire the majority of our inventory, proudly following a sustainable business model that keeps items out of landfills and gives them new life. Additionally, Bookmans speaks out against censorship and promotes freedom of expression at every turn.

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for contributing toward the regular and efficient circulation of music department merchandise in the store (primarily Vinyl, CDs, and Records) by effectively purchasing, pricing, and stocking. All duties are performed with a commitment to actively serving customers.

Job Requirements:

· Excellent communication, leadership, and customer service skills. Customer Service requires patience, kindness, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work with diverse communities and customer needs.

· Superior knowledge in Vinyl LP’s: buying, processing, and selling such products.

· Maintain knowledge in the areas of Music and Vinyl Culture.

· Evaluate merchandise for purchase at the Incoming Merchandise/Trade Counter.

· Explain and negotiate (as necessary) deals with customers.

· Ability to adapt to a flexible working schedule to include early mornings, evenings, mid-shifts, and weekends.

· Maintain product and shelf presentation.

· General knowledge of products sold at Bookmans.

· Knowledge of store sections and layout.

· Ability to work independently with guidance and direction from the Music Department Supervisor/Lead and Store Management.

· Ability to use reference materials.

· Must be able to conduct oneself in a civil, professional, and respectful manner at work.

This is a full-time position (minimum 32 hours per week), and must have Open Availability to work Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday and be able to work 5 shifts per week.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Tuesday, November 10, 2026.