Kipling: Seasonal Sales Associate - Rosemont

vfc; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

VF Corporation is seeking a Seasonal Sales Associate to join our retail team in Rosemont, IL. You will engage customers with personalized service, share product knowledge, and help meet sales goals while assisting with merchandising and store upkeep.

The role requires 0–1 year in retail or related achievements, a high school diploma or equivalent, and strong communication skills. This is a part-time position with opportunities for growth; benefits vary by program.

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of relevant retail experience or demonstrated achievements.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
• Build sales by maintaining a consumer-centric mindset.
• Share product, brand, and community knowledge to enhance the customer experience.
• Achieve individual and team sales goals using available resources.
• Assist in visual merchandising, replenishment, and brand presentation.
• Perform cashier duties and support loss prevention initiatives as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized store environment.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Model inclusive behavior respecting diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Customer engagement

Communication

Team collaboration

Product knowledge

Sales skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Retail systems

Job description

At Kipling, we put our people first. We always have and we always will. It is ingrained in our DNA. Good people bring out the good in people, and good people are the foundation of this brand.

So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us - our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of people who believe in new experiences, living a life of positivity, and discovering our own way, Kipling just may be the place for you.

To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Kipling Careers or www.kipling-usa.com .

Seasonal Sales Associate

What will you do?

• Deliver a high level of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
• Build sales by maintaining a consumer-centric mindset and modeling selling behaviors.
• Share relevant product, brand, and community knowledge to enhance the customer experience.
• Achieve individual and team sales goals by utilizing available resources and tools.
• Assist in visual merchandising, product replenishment, and maintaining brand presentation standards.
• Perform cashier duties and support loss prevention initiatives as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-ready store environment.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Model inclusive behavior that respects diverse backgrounds and experiences.

*This position will support the store during peak season with potential to transition to regular employment*

What do you need to succeed?

We all bring unique skills to work each day. For this role, there are foundational skills needed to succeed, along with 0-1 year of relevant experience. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; but we value hands‑on experience and demonstrated achievements most.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• Ability to genuinely and comfortably engage with a diverse group of customers .
• Strong communication skills-both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and adapt to changing business needs.
• Customer service experience preferred; retail experience is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and share product and brand knowledge.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills including basic retail systems and applications.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the store for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting light to moderate weight, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Hiring Range :

Benefits at VF Corporation : This position is a part-time or limited time position (ie., internship) and is not eligible for all of the benefit plans offered at VF Corporation. There are some benefits the company offers that this position can participate in. You can review a general overview of the benefits provided at VF by visiting www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. Although all positions have a hiring range based upon market data, this position has a minimum starting rate that is listed above. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] . VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

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