PT Sales Associate - Chicago Premium Outlet

Marc Jacobs; Aurora, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick and personal time

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k matching

PerkSpot discounts

MJ product discounts

Discounts on other LVMH brands

Job summary

Marc Jacobs International seeks a Sales Associate at the Chicago Premium Outlet in Aurora, IL. You will drive sales by delivering an exceptional client experience, engaging in clienteling, and supporting store operations.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years in retail with strong customer service, communication, and product knowledge, and must be flexible to work retail hours including evenings and weekends. Join a brand-renowned team and benefit from employee discounts and health coverage options.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience in retail, sales, or industry-adjacent role with a focus on customer service
• Experience in generating sales, building, and developing client relations
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
• Delivers Excellence with passion and empathy for clients
• Cultivate entrepreneurial spirit while honoring brand DNA
• Creative and innovative mindset, open to new ideas
• Excellent organizational, follow-up, and time management skills
• Passion for the Marc Jacobs brand and product offering
• Computer skills including operating a POS and navigating Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Consistently achieve or exceed individual and store sales and KPIs
• Ensure the store is guest ready and welcoming for clients
• Build sales through styling expertise, seasonal trends, and product knowledge
• Guide clients through the journey to drive repeat business
• Demonstrate knowledge of Marc Jacobs Universe, DNA and pillars
• Capture client data and cultivate relationships
• Initiate regular client contact and prompt follow-up on inquiries
• Foster collaboration and open communication with colleagues and management
• Maintain organized sales floor and stockroom
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Sales generation

Communication skills

Clienteling

Brand knowledge

POS operation

Microsoft Office

Flexible schedule

Tools

POS system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview:

Marc JacobsInternational, powered by the creative genius of Marc Jacobs, seeks a Sales Associate to join its Chicago Premium Outlet in Aurora, Illinois. As a Sales Associate at Marc Jacobs, you will drive sales & service by providing an exceptional client experience, engaging in clienteling, and assisting with the operations of the store.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Consistently achieve or exceed individual & store sales and other commercial KPIs


• Ensure the store is always guest ready - a place where clients feel comfortable, welcomed and free to be themselves


• Build the sale to achieve KPIs by establishing yourself as an expert and go-to source for styling expertise, seasonal trends and product knowledge


• Illustrate the different stages within the client journey and the core behaviors needed to provide a unique and elevated experience – all with the goal of driving repeat business


• Demonstrate deep knowledge of Marc Jacobs Universe inclusive of product, Brand DNA and pillars


• Capture client data by cultivating new and existing client relationships


• Initiate regular client contact and provide prompt follow-up on all sales, events, or client inquiries


• Foster a culture of collaboration and open communication with colleagues and management


• Maintain a curious and learning attitude by continuously seeking and receiving feedback from colleagues and management


• Ensure both the sales floor and stockroom are well-organized


• Adhere to all company policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1+ years’ experience in retail, sales, or industry-adjacent role with a focus on customer service


• Experience in generating sales, building, and developing client relations


• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills


• Delivers Excellence - demonstrates passion and empathy for clients, anticipates and exceeds client expectations


• Cultivate an Entrepreneurial Spirit - embraces change and new opportunities while remaining true to the DNA of Marc Jacobs


• Creative & Innovative - promotes curiosity, diversity and collaboration – is open to disruptive ideas


• Excellent organizational, follow-up, and time management skills


• Passion for the Marc Jacobs brand and product offering


• Computer skills including operating a POS and navigating Microsoft Office suite


• Must have flexibility to work a retail schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays

SALARY & BENEFITS/WHAT WE OFFER:

The compensation for this position ranges from $15 - $16 (hourly). The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidate’s relevant skills and experience.

• paid holidays


• vacation time


• sick and personal time


• medical insurance


• dental insurance


• vision insurance


• 401k matching


• discounts on travel, entertainment, and more through our partnership with PerkSpot


• discounts on MJ products throughout the year


• access to discounts on other LVMH brands

ABOUT MARC JACOBS

For nearly 40 years, Marc Jacobs has been a driving force in fashion with his philosophy: pioneering designs, an irreverent spirit, the everyday and the extraordinary. Today, the brand continues to make its Marc as rebellious, unpredictable, and original.

Our work is founded on our core brand pillars: unexpected, utilitarian, urban, unisex, and unique. NYC in design and spirit, our teams thrive off relentless authenticity, an openness to standing out, and inclusivity for all.

EEO STATEMENT

Marc Jacobs International was founded on Marc’s vision of celebrating uniqueness and being Perfect as You Are. We are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, background, and experience – all essential to our spirit of innovation and creativity. In line with this commitment, we believe that the best candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in different ways. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the listed qualifications.

Marc Jacobs International is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.