Senior Sales Associate - BLR - HSR Layout

kushals.com; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

kushals.com seeks a Senior Style Associate in Bengaluru, India, responsible for delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving sales. The candidate will manage store operations, achieve sales targets, and mentor team members. A background in retail with proven sales performance is essential.

The ideal candidate should have excellent customer service skills, a positive attitude, and adaptability to varied shifts. Knowledge of visual merchandising is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum HSC with 2 years of retail experience or graduates with 2 years of experience in retail.
• Must be between 20 to 35 years of age.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Achieve store sales targets and drive solution-based sales.
• Demonstrate problem-solving and analytical thinking.

Skills

Customer relationships

Sales targets

Problem-solving

Mentoring

Microsoft Office

Education

HSC or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Country: India

Job Title

Senior Style Associate

Reports To

Store Manager

Role Summary

The Senior Style Associate leads by example, delivering exceptional customer experiences, driving sales, and ensuring operational excellence with a customer‑focused mindset and adaptability.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships by understanding their preferences and providing tailored solutions.
• Address issues professionally and ensure customer needs are met.
• Gather customer feedback to improve products and services while addressing any concerns promptly.
• Responsible for achieving store sales targets.
• Drive solution‑based sales by understanding customer needs and offering relevant products and services.
• Focus on selling higher‑value products to increase the average transaction value.
• Use upselling and cross‑selling techniques to enhance customer engagement and meet sales targets.
• Demonstrate negotiation and objection‑handling to convert prospects into loyal customers.
• Adapt to changing customer needs and share product and customer insight with the team.
• Demonstrate problem‑solving skills to address challenges and manage resistance effectively.
• Show learning agility by quickly adopting new processes or strategies to improve sales and service.
• Utilize analytical thinking to make sound operational decisions.
• Independently manage store operations in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Prevent shrinkage by closely monitoring inventory levels.
• Assist the Store Manager in managing inventory processes, including replenishment, stock takes, and tracking product turnover.
• Ensure accurate inventory records and adhere to operational guidelines to maintain efficiency.
• Follow company policies, work processes, and enforce store standard operating procedures (SOPs). Escalate any identified bottlenecks.
• Take charge of situations requiring immediate attention, including escalated customer issues, and ensure professional resolutions.
• Lead by example in fostering accountability, goal‑driven performance, and ethical practices within the team.
• Assist in training and mentoring new and existing team members to improve their understanding of products and services.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum HSC, 2 years of retail experience or graduates with 2 years of experience in retail.
• Must be above 20 years of age and below 35 years of age.
• Basic computer skills and Microsoft Office.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets consistently.
• Experience in providing exceptional customer service and building strong customer relationships.
• Experience in mentoring team members.
• Experience in handling cash transactions and inventory management.
• Proficient in POS systems and other relevant retail technologies.
• Knowledge of visual merchandising principles.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Excellent presentation and grooming standards.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work varied shifts.