Acting Sales Lead-ANN

LOFT; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Merchandise discounts

Professional development and growth

Community partnerships

Job summary

LOFT is seeking a Sales Lead to help create personalized customer experiences and support a high-performing team in Wayne, NJ. You will collaborate with the Store Manager, guide associates, and step in as manager when needed, while upholding LOFT's visual and service standards to drive sales and engagement.

The role emphasizes coaching, onboarding, and leveraging store tools to deliver a seamless omnichannel experience for customers.

Qualifications

• 6 months retail sales experience preferred.
• Management experience preferred.
• Technology proficient with POS systems.
• Strong communication and coaching skills.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized customer experiences and guidance to associates.
• Assist store leaders with onboarding and developing the team.
• Respond to staffing needs and step in as manager when required.
• Uphold visual and operational standards while focusing on the customer.
• Provide feedback and coaching to help each associate excel at interactions.

Skills

Retail sales experience

Management experience

Communication & coaching

POS proficiency

Flexible availability

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Customer service

Tools

POS system

Job description

About usLOFT creates modern, feminine, versatile clothing for women with one common style goal: to look and feel confident wherever the day takes them. We empower women to find their authentic self-expression because feeling like yourself is always in style.Here at LOFT, we're busy styling the careers and supporting the lives of everyday optimists just like you. Express your authentic self and experience endless inspiration, all while enjoying the opportunities and benefits that help you get the most from your career, life, and wardrobe.About the roleAs a Sales Lead, you're a key team member who supports and role models excellent customer experiences. Your focus is on delivering personalized customer experiences and providing guidance and support to associates. You have a direct impact on both the customer experience and the associate experience. You'll collaborate with the Store Manager to become an expert on store functions, so you are ready to step in as manager when needed.The impact you can haveIn this role, you'll have the opportunity to:Be a representative of the brand and model personalized customer experience behaviors.Assist store leaders with onboarding and developing an effective, highly engaged team.Support an inclusive store environment for associates where everyone feels welcome and engaged.Uphold the highest visual and operational standards while keeping the focus on the customer.Use tools to drive a customer-focused team environment and profitable business.Provide in-the-moment feedback and coaching so each associate can bring their best to customer interactions.Build productive relationships by sharing ideas and supporting the team.Use technology to stay informed on company priorities and promotions and provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience by utilizing available tools.Seamlessly step into the role of manager when needed.You'll bring to the role6-months of retail sales experience (preferred)Management experience (preferred)Technology proficient and ability to operate a point-of-sale systemEnjoys communicating and coachingFlexible availability – including evenings, weekends, and holidaysTakes initiative in making thoughtful decisionsAbility to organize, delegate, and prioritize assignments to stay on top of deadlinesBenefits401(k) planMerchandise discounts plus eligibility for discounts at our sister brandsProfessional development and opportunities for advancement across our brandsCommunity impact through our philanthropic partnershipsAvailability of these benefits is based on employment type, role, and certain eligibility requirements. Job offers will consider factors such as your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills.Location:Store 1913-Willowbrook Mall-ANN-Wayne, NJ 07470Position Type:Regular/Part timePay Range:$16.92 - $21.15 Hourly USDEqual Employment OpportunityThe Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.