Outdoor Retail Sales Associate (Temp) - Flexible Hours

L.L.Bean; South Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Fun perks

Job summary

Join L.L.Bean in South Barrington, IL as a Temporary, Part-Time Sales Associate. You will deliver world‑class service, engage customers, and help keep the store welcoming and well‑organized while learning product knowledge and contributing to a positive team atmosphere.

The role offers flexible schedules, competitive pay, and generous discounts. You’ll be the face of the brand, supporting outdoor enthusiasts and adapting to daily customer needs with a friendly smile.

Qualifications

• Passion for providing world-class customer service.
• Friendly, outgoing communication style.
• Proficiency with computer systems and ability to learn new technologies.
• Availability to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Genuine passion for the outdoors.
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers with personal and genuine service interactions.
• Drive sales by turning interactions into opportunities and building brand loyalty.
• Build relationships across team members and customers with respect for differences.
• Listen actively to understand customer needs and resolve issues promptly at first contact.
• Use POS and mobile devices to provide seamless omni‑channel service.
• Promote store initiatives and sponsored programs to energize customers.
• Maintain visual and merchandising standards and support store operations.
• Collaborate with the team to achieve goals and a positive work environment.
• Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace by following safety policies.

Skills

Customer service mindset

Friendly communication

Tech-savvy

Adaptable

Availability for varied hours

Outdoor enthusiasm

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Join L.L.Bean in South Barrington, IL as a Temporary, Part-Time Sales Associate. You will deliver world‑class service, engage customers, and help keep the store welcoming and well‑organized while learning product knowledge and contributing to a positive team atmosphere.

The role offers flexible schedules, competitive pay, and generous discounts. You’ll be the face of the brand, supporting outdoor enthusiasts and adapting to daily customer needs with a friendly smile.