Part-Time Sales Associate

Lacoste; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Lacoste is looking for a Sales Associate to be the face of the brand, greeting customers and helping them find products while delivering a positive shopping experience.

In this role you will work in a fast-paced retail environment, build product knowledge, handle transactions, and maintain attractive store presentation. You’ll collaborate with the team to meet goals and grow your sales and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Customer-oriented approach and enthusiasm essential.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail setting.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the Lacoste brand.

Responsibilities

• Customer Engagement: Greet customers, understand their needs, and assist with product selection.
• Sales: Drive sales through product knowledge and customer engagement.
• Store Maintenance: Keep floor organized, stocked, and displayed attractively.
• Cash Handling: Process transactions accurately and balance the drawer.
• Product Knowledge: Stay informed about new products and promotions and share with customers.
• Team Collaboration: Work with teammates to hit store goals and deliver high service standards.
• Feedback and Improvement: Seek supervisor feedback to improve performance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At the crossroads of fashion and sport, Lacoste creates and liberates movement. Both universal and timeless, the brand transcends cultures and generations, elevating the crocodile as a rally sign.

An iconic French brand present in nearly 100 countries, Lacoste stand out for its unique know-how in each of its areas of expertise, from garment factory to omnichannel distribution.

At Lacoste, elegance goes beyond style. This elegance guides all of its actions and its social and environmental commitments.

Working at Lacoste is belonging to a community of 8,500 employees on the move to build the future. Committed to making equal opportunities a reality and to revealing potential, the company brings together talents from all walks of life, embracing their differences.

Lacoste is one of the inspiring brands driven by passionate people within the MF Brands Group, alongside Aigle, Gant and Tecnifibre (http://mf-brands.com/).

Summary

As a Sales Associate at Lacoste, you will be the face of our brand, engaging with customers and ensuring they have a positive shopping experience. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about retail, enjoy interacting with people, and are keen to develop their sales and customer service skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Engagement: Greet customers, understand their needs, and provide assistance in selecting products.
• Sales: Drive sales through excellent product knowledge and customer engagement.
• Store Maintenance: Keep the sales floor organized, stocked, and tidy. Ensure products are displayed attractively.
• Cash Handling: Operate the cash register, handle transactions accurately, and ensure a balanced cash drawer.
• Product Knowledge: Stay informed about new products and promotions, and communicate this information to customers effectively.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with team members to achieve store goals and provide a high standard of customer service.
• Feedback and Improvement: Actively seek feedback from supervisors to improve sales performance.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic and customer-oriented approach.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a retail setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Lacoste, we’re committed to providing equal opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, and/or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.