Part time sales associate

LOFT Outlet; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Sales Associate to enhance customer experiences. In this engaging role, you'll connect with customers, offering personalized styling recommendations while maintaining a beautiful store environment. Your contributions will not only drive brand loyalty but also create an inviting atmosphere for shoppers. This position offers a chance to grow within a supportive culture that values individual development and community engagement. If you have a passion for fashion and customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

50% Merchandise Discount

401(k)

Opportunities for Growth

Community Engagement Programs

Qualifications

• Preferred experience as a Sales Associate or in customer-focused roles.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Create personalized customer experiences and connect with shoppers.
• Maintain store organization and uphold visual standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Experience

Technology Proficiency

Initiative

Tools

Point-of-Sale System

Job description

About us

LOFT creates modern, feminine, versatile clothing for women with one common style goal: to look and feel confident wherever the day takes them. We empower women to find their authentic self-expression because feeling like yourself is always in style. Here at LOFT, we're busy styling the careers and supporting the lives of everyday optimists just like you. Express your authentic self and experience endless inspiration, all while enjoying the opportunities and benefits that help you get the most from your career, life, and wardrobe.

About the role

As a Sales Associate, you are the ultimate brand ambassador. You create authentic connections with customers and guide their shopping journey by offering personalized styling recommendations. You help keep the store looking beautiful by ensuring merchandise is well-organized and in the right place on the sales floor, ready to impress customers. You'll collaborate with your team to create personalized customer experiences and support our always-inviting environment on the sales floor.

The impact you can have

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Connect with customers and listen to their needs to create personalized customer experiences.
• Share product knowledge and recommendations to help style the customer.
• Use brand behaviors and personalized service to drive brand loyalty.
• Uphold the highest visual and operational standards while keeping the focus on the customer.
• Use technology to stay informed on company priorities and promotions and provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience by utilizing available tools.
• Partner with store leaders to achieve individual goals and daily expectations.
• Build productive relationships by sharing ideas and being helpful to others.

You'll bring to the role

• Sales Associate or customer-focused experience (preferred)
• Brings a hospitality mindset when engaging with customers
• Flexible availability – including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Technology proficient and ability to operate a point-of-sale system
• Takes initiative in making thoughtful decisions

Benefits

• Merchandise discount across our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor and LOFT, plus you may also be eligible for discounts at other KnitWell Group brands
• Support for your individual development plus opportunity for growth within our family of brands
• A culture of giving back – opportunities to support our philanthropic partners that benefit local communities
• 401(k)

*Job offers will consider factors such as your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs is subject to employment type and role, and program requirements.

Location:

Store 3072-Chicago Premium Outlet-ANN-Aurora, IL 60502

Position Type:

Regular/Part time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all employment decisions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under applicable law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business.

The Company welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the application process.

Illinois Pay Information: https://www.knitwellgroup.com/assets/IL-Posting-ANN.pdf