Retail Sales Associate

Luxottica; Central Valley (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sunglass Hut in New York's Central Valley is hiring a Sales Associate to deliver an exceptional shopping experience and build brand loyalty. You will greet customers, assist with product selection, and maintain visual standards across the store.

You will handle VIP client inquiries with care, stay informed on the latest sunglass styles, and collaborate with management on store operations. This role supports a fast-paced retail team with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 1 year of previous sales or customer service experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while also being committed to creating an amazing customer experience
• Self-motivated, team player

Responsibilities

• Greet and serve customers and maintain visual standards
• Inform merchandisers on stocking needs
• Maintain visual standards set forth by management
• Problem-solve for customer issues and loop in management for assistance
• Handle VIP client service to retain clientele
• Stay up-to-date on product assortment and act as a brand ambassador
• Follow management instructions and participate in meetings
• Be punctual and reliable for shifts
• Support opening/closing duties as needed
• Represent the brand within local and broader communities

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Team player

Job description

At Sunglass Hut, we're always in the sun. You'll find a dynamic space with endless possibilities to grow your career. We are a culture that wants to see you succeed, develop your customer expertise and care, and feel supported by people who embrace you. With us, you'll bring warmth into the hearts and souls of our customers and the world we live in. We believe in the freedom of self-expression, inclusivity and authenticity, which is why we bring exclusive styles of high-quality fashion and performance sunglasses to all.

A world leader in the specialty sunglass retail business with over 3,000 stores worldwide, we believe in the freedom of self-expression, inclusivity and authenticity, which is why we bring exclusive styles of high-quality fashion and performance sunglasses to all.

Sunglass Hut is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL FUNCTION

As a Sales Associate, your objective will be to provide an exceptional shopping experience that will encourage positive customer connections and brand loyalty.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote an excellent customer experience, including but are not limited to:
  • Greeting and serving customers
  • Inform merchandisers/managers on stocking needs
  • Ensure all visual standards set forth by management and the company are always maintained
  • Problem-solve for any customer issues and loop in management for assistance
• Manage complex customer service situations by applying a high touch level of assistance to VIP clientele on a regular basis and in turn ensure VIP clientele retention
• Remain up-to-date and educated on current product assortment to serve as an informed ambassador of the brand
• Actively listen and act on any instructions given by management or superior as defined by management at any time
• Occasionally assist with opening and closing duties as needed
• Comply with professional regulations, internal rules and code of conduct set forth by the company and management
• Attend and participate in occasional work meetings
• Hold yourself accountable for shift punctuality and proactively communicate to manager if obstacles arise
• Serve as an ambassador to the brand by leveraging your innate sensibility, style, and pre-established connection to the local and broader communities where our brands' culture flourishes

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year of previous sales or customer service experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while also being committed to creating an amazing customer experience
• Self-motivated, team player

Pay Range:16.00-20.68

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business.Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.

Nearest Major Market: Middletown
Nearest Secondary Market: Poughkeepsie
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