Wednesday, August 14, 2002

Best Buy sets fall Pavilion opening; plans to hire more than 125 people

Calling all technology and entertainment fans, Best Buy is gearing up for its new store opening in Fayetteville and needs recruits to help customers turn on the fun.

Best Buy is hiring more than 125 employees for its first store in Fayetteville, Ga. The new store is scheduled to open this fall and will be located at128 Pavilion Parkway. With two application options, making a phone call or logging online, it's now even easier to join the Best Buy team.

Applicants interested in sharing their techno-tainment expertise can interview by phone by calling toll-free 1-888-NEW-JOB9 (1-888-639-5629).

This automated system saves applicants time by allowing them to complete their first interview via a touch-tone phone. Each candidate needs their social security number, as well as the store number ­ Fayetteville is #810.

The phone application process takes approximately six minutes and candidates are notified if they meet employment requirements while on the line. A second hassle-free option allows applicants to apply online at www.bestbuyretailjobs.com. Both electronic application options are then forwarded to Best Buy's management team.

"Best Buy is looking for employees who enjoy technology and entertainment and can help create a fun environment in-store for our customers," said Kathie Fischer, Best Buy District Manager of Human Resources.

"A large portion of our success comes from our recruitment of great employees who act as 'smart friends' to our customers. In addition to great benefits, candidates are attracted to the affordable, high-tech consumer electronics and entertainment products we sell, as well as our great employee discount program."

Retail positions include:

Cashiers

Shipping/Receiving

Customer Service

Technicians and Car Installation

Non-Commissioned Sales

Team Leaders

Music/Software Specialists

Product Security

Stocking

Drivers

Best Buy provides regular performance reviews, which offer opportunities for career advancement as the company continues to grow. The company offers a generous employee discount and a retirement plan to both full- and part-time employees after meeting the required hours of service.

In addition, Best Buy provides referral bonuses to existing team members who recruit new employees.

Best Buy Stores, owned and operated by Minneapolis-based Best Buy Co., Inc., is the top U.S. retailer of technology and entertainment products and services.

Best Buy was founded in St. Paul, Minn. in 1966. Best Buy Stores reach an estimated 300 million consumers per year through more than 500 retail stores in 46 states and online at BestBuy.com.

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