Retail Sales Associate

TALBOTS; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A popular fashion retail company in Ottawa is seeking motivated associates to deliver exceptional customer service and build strong brand relationships. Candidates should have a passion for fashion and excellent communication skills, with the ability to work a flexible schedule. This role provides opportunities for growth and a vibrant work environment.

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Generous merchandise discounts

Referral Incentive Program

Qualifications

• Strong ambition and passion for achieving goals, both individually and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a diverse environment.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide an exceptional and meaningful customer service experience.
• Assist management to build store business.
• Maximize individual performance through learning opportunities.

Skills

Selling competence

Styling expertise

Verbal communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

What We Offer

• Growth! Here at Talbots our goal is to give you the tools to grow beyond this position and into the next.
• Incentive Opportunities
• Generous Merchandise Discounts! Our associates receive 50% off Talbots and select Haven Well Within brand items. Additionally, you may also be eligible for discounts at the brands across KnitWell Group.
• Other Perks: Referral Incentive Program, discounts on travel, shopping, concerts and more.

What we Value WE CARE

• We Win as a team and are dedicated to ensuring and applauding each other's success.
• We Encourage creativity, innovation and smart risk-taking.
• We are Committed to building relationships with our customers and associates by knowing, serving, and delighting them.
• We Act with integrity, transparency, candor, and respect.
• We Respect, honor and value diversity and are invested in cultivating a dynamic and inclusive culture.
• We Embrace community by bringing positive change to those we live and work in.

Who You Are

• Demonstrate selling competence, styling expertise and possess a love of fashion.
• Driven to create, build and cultivate relationships.
• Possess a strong ambition and passion for achieving goals, both as an individual and as a member of the store team and thrives in a team environment.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal communication skills and a high level of integrity.
• Possess the technological competency to navigate a computer/iPad/handheld system.
• Have strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast paced, ever-changing environment.
• Able to work cooperatively in a diverse work environment.
• Comfortable climbing ladders, moving around regularly, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Able to bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry, and move at least 40 lbs.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Have open availability of (15 to 20) hours per week.

What You'll Do

• Provide an exceptional and meaningful customer service experience that promotes the product and builds brand relationships.
• Take an active role in assisting the management team to build store business.
• Support all service enhancers to build strong relationships including active use of Concierge.
• Service multiple customers at a time, multi-task and/or handle projects simultaneously.
• Be aware of fashion trends and seek information about all new arrivals, including product knowledge about fit, color, fashion etc.
• Use product knowledge and fashion expertise to create outfits for customers and suggest items to match their needs.
• Maximize individual performance by participating in learning opportunities, accepting direction, coaching and feedback.
• Achieve sales and service metrics in key measurable areas including: clientelling/outreach, appointment setting and Talbots Classic Awards.
• Complete projects as assigned including operational assignments: filling orders, replenishment, recovery etc.

Note: This position description is intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. It is not intended to be inclusive of all duties and responsibilities and is subject to change.