Key Lead - Valley Plaza Mall, Hollister

Abercrombie & Fitch Spain, SL; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Sales Incentive Bonus

Merchandise Discount

Opportunities for Career Advancement

Brand Affiliate potential

Training and Development

Global team recognition

Job summary

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is looking for a part-time retail associate in Bakersfield, CA to support daily store operations, operate the point-of-sale system, and fulfill omni-channel orders while delivering strong product knowledge and brand awareness to drive sales.

The role emphasizes visual merchandising, customer service, and teamwork, with duties aligned to uphold the company culture and values in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year retail experience preferred.
• Retail supervisory experience not required but leading groups preferred.
• Strong customer focus and communication skills.
• Knowledge of current fashion trends helpful.
• Energetic, outgoing and assertive.
• Take initiative and stay flexible.
• Balance multiple tasks with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform opening and closing routines.
• Operate register/POS systems.
• Fulfill omni-channel orders.
• Demonstrate product knowledge and brand awareness to drive sales.
• Build and maintain visual displays.
• Analyze reporting to inform decisions.
• Protect store assets and perform inventory control.
• Represent the brand and embody company culture and values.

Skills

Customer focus

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Fashion knowledge

Energetic and assertive

Initiative

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POS systems

Job description

What You'll Do

• Perform Opening and Closing Routines.
• Operate Register/Point of Sale systems.
• Fulfill OMNI Channel Orders.
• Demonstrate Product Knowledge, Brand Awareness, while driving sales.
• Build and maintain Visual Displays.
• Analyze reporting to inform decision making.
• Protect Store Assets & perform Inventory Control.
• Represent the Brand and Exemplify Company Culture and Values.

Work Schedule Requirements

Schedule will vary weekly, but you should expect to work at least 12-16 hours per week.

Required availability on Saturdays and Sundays as well as certain holidays.

In addition, during peak timeframes, hours will increase to support the needs of the business.

What it Takes

• High School Diploma/ G.E.D. preferred, or equivalent
• 1 year of retail experience is preferred.
• Retail supervisory / management experience is not required. Experience in leading groups or teams is preferred.
• Maintain a strong customer focus.
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Possess strong communication skills.
• Show knowledge of current fashion trends.
• Be energetic, outgoing, and assertive.
• Take initiative and show confidence.
• Master adaptability and flexibility.
• Balance multiple tasks while being detail-oriented.
• Engage in applied learning and proactive thinking.
• Exhibit a strong work ethic.

What You'll Get

• As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you'll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle.
• A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company's culture and values, but most importantly - with you!
• We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:
• Quarterly Sales Incentive Bonus
• Merchandise Discount
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Opportunity to Become a Brand Affiliate
• Training and Development
• A Global Team of People Who'll Celebrate you for Being YOU

Company Description

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com and hollisterco.com.

Learn more about A&F Co. by visiting our corporate website here.

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The starting rate for this position is $19.70 per hour. (i.e., the recruiting pay range for this position is $19.70-$19.70 per hour). The starting rate and range may be modified in the future.

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.