Lead Customer Specialist

Chico's; McClane City (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discounts

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Chico's in Slidell, LA is seeking a Lead Customer Specialist to provide a warm, customer-centered shopping experience and lead the team as Manager on Duty when needed.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a positive, collaborative approach to developing talent and delivering brand standards. Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays is expected.

Qualifications

• Leadership and people management experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to deliver customer-centered service.

Responsibilities

• Lead the store team as Manager on Duty in absence of a manager.
• Deliver welcoming, personalized customer experiences.
• Share product knowledge and brand priorities with customers and team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

About usEstablished in 1983 in a small Sanibel Island boutique filled with artfully stylish pieces, Chico’s has evolved to inspire accomplished women to embrace and express their individuality through effortless chic and unique styles. We’re dedicated to making women feel confident and beautiful. Build your career with a team that empowers you.About the roleAs Lead Customer Specialist, your focus is on delivering a welcoming, customer-centered environment that reflects Chico's culture of hospitality. This role operates as the Manager on Duty in the absence of another manager, leading the team and elevating the customer experience.The impact you can haveIn this role, you'll have the opportunity to:Initiate authentic conversations with customers to understand their needs and provide personalized service.Partner with the team to deliver a customer-centered experience that reflects Chico's culture of hospitality.Share your knowledge of Chico's products and services with customers to outfit and inspire them.Cultivate long-term customer relationships through proactive outreach about new products, promotions, and in-store events.Maintain a visually inspiring store environment that reflects brand standards.Actively share brand priorities, initiatives, and messages with store teams.Ensure compliance with all policies, guidelines, and business practices.Contribute to a positive work environment by embracing teamwork and collaboration.Build connections with the local community through events, outreach, and initiatives that expand Chico's presence.You'll bring to the rolePassion for our brand, fashion, and empowering confidence.Must be at least 18 years old.1+ year retail experience preferred.Flexible availability — including nights, weekends, holidays.Demonstrates an ownership mindset and leads by example.Effective leadership, people management, and communication skills.Collaborative leadership style that invests in the process of developing talent.Ability to bend, reach, stretch for products as well as maneuver around the sales floor and stockroom, operate the register, and lift/carry up to 50 pounds.BenefitsOptional medical, dental, and vision insurance401(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 1249-Fremaux Town Center-Chico's-Slidell, LA 70458Position Type:Regular/Part timeEqual 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.