Part Time Sales Associate - Melrose

Salomon-9; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Community engagement

Vibrant work environment

Career growth

Exclusive events

Passion for the outdoors

Job summary

Salomon in Los Angeles is seeking a Sales Associate to be the face of our brand, delivering a welcoming experience and showcasing our apparel and footwear in daily life. You will help guide customers, maintain a visually appealing environment in line with Salomon's guidelines, hit sales targets, and collaborate with your team in a dynamic outdoor gear store in the heart of LA.

General availability is part-time with shifts including mornings and weekends, and opportunities for growth within the

Qualifications

• Background in sales, retail, or customer service.
• Natural curiosity, high energy, and positive outlook.
• Deep enthusiasm for our brand and products; identify customer needs and match them with products.
• Ability to motivate and uplift those around you; drive sales and exceed targets.

Responsibilities

• Connect with Customers: use customer service skills, sales techniques, and product knowledge to help customers find products and drive sales.
• Problem Solver: quickly find solutions for customers with follow-up.
• Handle Challenges Professionally: address complaints and objections swiftly and professionally.
• Promote Security: promote loss prevention practices.
• Maintain Cleanliness: keep sales floor and stockroom clean and inviting.
• Transaction Confidence: handle cash and digital transactions accurately.
• Enhance Product Presentation: maintain high brand visual standards.
• Assist with Replenishment: support replenishment and pricing for promotions.

Skills

Sales

Customer service

Product knowledge

Styling suggestions

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Amer Sports is a sporting goods company with internationally recognized brands including Salomon, Arc’teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic and Wilson.

“The Mountain Sport Company”, Salomon was born in 1947 in the heart of the French Alps and the birthplace of modern alpinism. Salomon’s commitment to innovative design and passion for mountain sports created a vast range of revolutionary new concepts in bindings, boots, skis and apparel for both Alpine and Nordic skiing and brought innovative solutions to footwear, apparel and equipment for snowboarding, adventure racing, mountaineering, hiking, trail running, and many other sports.

Through performance driven design, Salomon delivers innovation and progression to mountain sports; converting new ideas into action and expanding the limits of possibility. Salomon’s heritage, culture, and commitment are tied together by one simple concept: the world’s leading mountain people creating the world’s leading mountain products. Salomon is responsibly committed towards the outdoor through its sustainability program. Diversity is one of Salomon’s five values, therefore we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

Salomon is headquartered in Annecy, France.

Job Description

As aSalesAssociate,you'llbe the face of our brand, ensuring every customer feels welcomed and has a positive experience.You will help create a lifestyle aesthetic thatleveragesour apparel and footwear,showcasingthe versatility and appeal of our products in everyday life. Additionally,you'llguide and inform our customers whilemaintaininga visually appealing environment in line with Salomon's brand and visual merchandising guidelines.

In this role, you will:

• Achieve Goals:Work towards and reach set sales targets, contributing to the overall success of our store.
• Accomplish Tasks:Efficiently complete assigned tasks, ensuring smooth and effective store operations.
• Be a Team Player:Proactively and positively collaborate with your team, creating a supportive and dynamicworkenvironment.

WHAT MAKES THIS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK & PLAY:

• Community Engagement: Opportunities to engage in the community and with industry partners.
• Vibrant Work Environment: Be part of a dynamic team in the heart ofLA, surrounded by the latest in outdoor gear and fashion.
• Career Growth: Access to professional development and growth opportunities within the company.
• Exclusive Events: Attend exclusive brand events and product launches.
• Passion for the Outdoors: Work with a team that shares your passion for the outdoors and adventure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily:

Customer Service

• Connect with Customers:Use your exceptional customer service skills, sales techniques, and product knowledge to help customers find the perfect products and drive sales. Incorporate our apparel and footwear into your styling suggestions,demonstratinghow they can create a cohesive lifestyle aesthetic.
• Problem Solver:Quickly and positively find solutions for customers, ensuring a responsive and engaging interaction, with diligent follow-up.
• Handle Challenges Professionally:Address complaints and objections swiftly and professionally, turning potential issues into positive experiences.
• Promote Security:Help protect company assets and procedures by promoting loss prevention practices.
• Maintain Cleanliness:Ensure the sales floor and stockroom are clean, well-organized, andinviting forcustomers.
• Transaction Confidence:Confidently handle cash and digital transactions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Enhance Product Presentation:Contribute to maintaining high brand visual standards, ensuring excellence in product presentation at all times.
• Assist with Replenishment:Support with replenishment and pricing duties, including preparation for sales and promotions as needed.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,skilland/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

You must have a background in sales, retail, or customer service, bringing valuable expertise to our dynamic team.

Natural curiosity, high energy, and positive outlook make every interaction exciting and engaging.

Deep enthusiasm for our brand and products is infectious, inspiring customers and creating lasting connections.

With a talent foridentifyingcustomer needs and matching them with the perfect products, you excel at driving sales and exceeding targets.

Backgroundin customer service equips you with the skills to handle any situation with grace and professionalism, ensuring every customer leaves satisfied.

You have a knack for motivating and uplifting those around you, fostering a supportive and enthusiastic environment for both customers and team members.

Availability Expectations

General Availability:

Part-Time

Employees must be adaptable to the business's evolving needs. The Store Managerwilldetermineavailability requirements. This schedule may include various shifts such as mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Peak Period Availability:

Black Friday: All employees are expected to be available to work on Black Friday (the day after US Thanksgiving).

Holiday Season: Availability isrequiredfrom the second week of December until the end of the holiday season. The exact end date will bedeterminedannually, based in part on the period during which guests can return holiday merchandise.

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required totravel,talkand hear. The employee isfrequentlyrequired to sit,standand walk. The employee must occasionally kneel, stoop, crouch,twistand lift to 30 pounds, with or withoutaccommodations.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can involve exposure to varying noise levels, ranging from moderate to loud, as well as flashes of light.