Designer Apparel Weekend Sales Associate - Michigan Ave

Neiman Marcus Group, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Weekend Sales Associate to embody luxury and style. In this dynamic role, you will create memorable customer experiences by leveraging your expertise in fashion and trends. Your ability to foster authentic connections and provide personalized service will enhance customer loyalty and drive sales. Join a team that values inclusivity and innovation, where your contributions will help revolutionize luxury retail. If you have a passion for fashion and a commitment to exceptional service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in styling and knowledge of luxury fashion trends.
• Strong communication skills to build customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Act as a brand ambassador and build connections with customers.
• Maintain an organized store and provide personalized styling advice.

Skills

Styling experience in luxury fashion

Effective communication

Customer-focused experience

Technology proficiency

Hospitality mindset

Sales goals achievement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Point-of-sale system

Job description

As one of the largest multi-brand luxury retailers in the U.S., with 3,000+ of the world's most desirable brand partners, we're delivering exceptional products and intelligent services enabled by our investments in data and technology. Through the expertise of our associates, we deliver and scale a personalized luxury experience across our three channels of in-store, eCommerce, and remote selling. Our NMG|Way culture, powered by our people, combines individual talents into a collective strength to make life extraordinary.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our Talent Attraction process. If you have a disability and need assistance or an accommodation, please reach out to us.

Designer Apparel Weekend Sales Associate - Michigan Ave

Neiman Marcus Group is a relationship business that leads with love in everything we do—for our customers, associates, brand partners, and communities. Our legacy of innovating and our culture of Belonging guide our roadmap for Revolutionizing Luxury Experiences.

Your Role

As a Weekend Sales Associate, you act as a brand ambassador by building genuine connections with customers, offering personalized styling advice, and maintaining an organized and attractive store. You'll work with your team to deliver tailored customer experiences and support a welcoming sales environment. On weekends, you'll focus on creating fashionable looks that strengthen the customer’s bond with the NM brand, leveraging your expertise in styling, designers, and trends. Your role is to foster a positive, inclusive atmosphere and enhance the business through exceptional customer service.

What You’ll Do

• Proactively greets and welcomes all clients throughout the store and within the department to initiate the experience and demonstrate willingness to assist.
  
• Engages customers while building an authentic connection and offering personalized styling.
  
• Demonstrates selling and service behaviors that develop deep and lasting customer relationships.
  
• Demonstrates timely follow-up and follow-through on customer requests and commitments.
  
• Promotes store services and handles transactions smoothly.
  
• Assist customers where needed across various store areas, including the sales floor and fitting room.
  
• Educates self and client on merchandise, events, promotions, policy and services.
  
• Drives loyalty by using product knowledge to enhance the customer experience.
  
• Demonstrates expert styling and brand knowledge, curious about all categories in the store.
  
• Operates as One House by assisting in operational tasks: actively maintains selling floor, fills in stock, processes new receipts, cleans fitting rooms, returns merchandise back to other departments.
  
• Ensures audit compliance and Merchandise Protection Standards are met (such as will-call, hold policies and credit compliance).
  
• Collaborating with store leaders and peers to meet goals and foster a positive team environment.
  
• Fosters an environment of inclusivity and belonging amongst peers and clients by respecting and adapting to different styles and personalities.
  
• Maintains professionalism, follows work schedule and adheres to personal presentation standards.

What You Bring

• Styling experience in luxury fashion and/or strong knowledge of trends and designer brands with the ability to translate that knowledge into solving customer styling needs.
  
• Effective communicator with experience in creating meaningful connections with customers that build brand loyalty.
  
• Ability to maneuver around the sales floor, stockroom, and office and lift up to 30lb, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  
• Sales Associate or customer-focused experience (preferred).
  
• Brings a hospitality mindset when engaging with customers.
  
• Associates must be willing to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  
• Technology proficiency and ability to operate a point-of-sale system.
  
• Takes initiative in making thoughtful decisions.
  
• Motivated and results-driven with a proven ability to set and achieve sales goals.
  
• Role may require standing, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds.

About Neiman Marcus Group

As one of the largest multi-brand luxury retailers in the U.S., with 3,000+ of the world's most desirable brand partners, we're delivering exceptional products and intelligent services enabled by our investments in data and technology. Through the expertise of our associates, we deliver and scale a personalized luxury experience across our three channels of in-store, eCommerce, and remote selling. Our NMG Way culture, powered by our people, combines individual talents into a collective strength to make life extraordinary. Our brands include Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman.

Our legacy of innovation and culture of Belonging guide our roadmap for Revolutionizing Luxury Experiences. As a female-founded, female-majority organization that outpaces the U.S. population in racial and ethnic diversity, our people are at the heart of our progress, and we take great care to protect and empower them.

Other Compensation

• This position is eligible for commission in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan.

Additional Information

• Overtime Status: Non-exempt
• Posting Date: Apr 16, 2025
• Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis