Outdoor Gear Sales Associate — Flexible Hours & Discount

L.L.Bean; Barrington (IL); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Fun perks

Generous discount

Job summary

LL.Bean's South Barrington, IL store is hiring Temporary, Part-Time Sales Associates to deliver world‑class service and keep our outdoor gear and apparel areas looking sharp. As the heartbeat of the store, you will engage customers, drive sales, and collaborate with a diverse team while maintaining our high standards and a friendly, safety‑minded shop floor.

We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and generous employee discounts as part of a supportive environment where teamwork and

Qualifications

• Passion for providing world-class customer service.
• Friendly and outgoing communication style.
• Proficiency with computer systems and the ability to learn new technologies.
• Adaptability and openness to change.
• Availability to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Genuine passion for the outdoors and participation in outdoor activities.
• Demonstrates capacity for collaborative work in a retail environment, is adept at serving customers and teams from a variety of backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Engage Customers: Approach and assist multiple customers, providing personal and genuine service interactions.
• Drive Sales: Convert every customer interaction into a sales opportunity, driving brand loyalty through exceptional service.
• Build Relationships: Values and works collaboratively and respectfully across a variety of differences among team members and customers.
• Advocate for Customers: Listen actively to understand customer needs and solve problems efficiently at the first point of contact.
• Leverage Technology: Use POS, customer systems, and mobile devices to provide seamless, fast omni‑channel service.
• Promote Initiatives: Drive excitement around L.L.Bean sponsored programs, including Outdoor Discovery School and the L.L.Bean Mastercard program.
• Maintain Standards: Ensure a well‑organized store, uphold visual and merchandising standards, and support store operations processes.
• Collaborate: Work as part of a team to achieve results, create a positive work environment, and adapt to changing business needs.
• Health and Safety: Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace by following all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

World-class customer service

Friendly communication

Computer systems proficiency

Adaptability

Flexible hours availability

Outdoor enthusiasm

Collaborative retail teamwork

Tools

POS systems

Job description

LL.Bean's South Barrington, IL store is hiring Temporary, Part-Time Sales Associates to deliver world‑class service and keep our outdoor gear and apparel areas looking sharp. As the heartbeat of the store, you will engage customers, drive sales, and collaborate with a diverse team while maintaining our high standards and a friendly, safety‑minded shop floor.

We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and generous employee discounts as part of a supportive environment where teamwork and