Retail Sales Associate, Warwick Mall

Sacred Heart University; Warwick; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic retail team where your role as a Sales Associate is vital in creating exceptional shopping experiences. This position offers a chance to connect with customers, recommend products, and contribute to a fun, inclusive environment. With flexible shifts and opportunities for growth, you’ll thrive in a fast-paced setting while enjoying competitive pay and comprehensive benefits. Embrace the chance to learn continuously and collaborate with a supportive team, all while making memorable moments for customers. If you’re resourceful, enjoy meeting people, and are eager to start a new venture, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Performance-based incentives

Annual merit review

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) match

Paid time off

Eight paid holidays

Qualifications

• Good understanding of products and able to guide customers.
• Excellent communication skills for various customer interactions.
• Ability to build relationships and achieve sales goals.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and connect in a friendly way.
• Recommend products based on customer needs.
• Maintain department standards and execute merchandise presentation.

Skills

Product Knowledge

Communication

Sales

Technology

Continuous Learning

Interpersonal Skills

Collaboration

Education

No Education Required

Tools

Point of Sale Technology

Job description

and the job listing Expires on May 8, 2025

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 Sales Associate, also known as a Generalist colleague, you are an integral part of bringing the Macy’s magic, and the Macy’s shopper is your highest priority. Your close attention to customer preferences and the expertise you develop in Macy’s merchandise and services will let you create exceptional experiences for every customer you encounter. As you help your team meet their sales goals through delivering consistently superior service, your positive, welcoming presence will be felt throughout your area. From the sales floor to the fitting rooms to product presentations, you will be part of a fun, inclusive team that rises to every challenge.

We’re looking for flexible team players who thrive in our fast-paced environment, can switch between multiple tasks, and can work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.

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:

• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice

What You Will Do

• Greet & connect with customers in a friendly and genuine way. Let them know we appreciate them and care about their experience.
• Recommend product by asking questions to identify customer needs and inspiring purchases with newness and product that resonates with the customer.
• Offer options and solutions to customers to complete the sale.
• Wrap-Up the moment to close out the customer’s shopping journey, celebrating their purchases and sharing in their excitement.
• Master store products, services, loyalty programs, and Macy’s sales systems and use knowledge to help customers find what they need and suggest additional items.
• Maintain department recovery standards, including selling floor and fitting rooms.
• Deliver optimal merchandise execution presentation, ensure accurate merchandise pricing, and process markdowns in a timely and accurate manner.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.

Skills You Will Need

Product Knowledge: Good understanding of the products you are selling and be able to give expert guidance to customers based on their wants, features, and choices.

Communication: Comfortable communicating with customers virtually, via phone, and in person.

Sales: Ability to build relationships with customers, achieve sales goals, and participate in pre-selling and sales-boosting events.

Technology: Utilize point of sale technology and applications to help in selling and fulfilling customer orders.

Continuous Learning: Self-driven to keep up with product knowledge and trends and stay current with all training through Macy’s educational resources.

Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels and across departments.

Collaboration: Partnership with the total team to drive sales and deliver the customer experience.

Who You Are

• Flexible availability, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays with regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.
• 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.
• Must be able to (1) understand and communicate effectively with customers, co-workers, and supervisors, and (2) read and understand employment policies and safety rules/procedures in English.
• No Education or Experience Required.

Essential Physical Requirements You Will Perform

• This position requires lifting, constant moving, standing, and reaching with arms and hands.
  • Involves standing for at least two consecutive hours, lifting at least 30lbs., stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders
  • Reaching, including above eye level, crouching, kneeling, stooping and color vision.
• Frequent use of computers and other technology, necessary to perform job functions, including handheld equipment, cash register and ability to process register transactions

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!