Retail Sales Associate

Tarte Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 31,684 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Tarte Inc in Chicago is seeking passionate individuals to join their retail team. Candidates should have retail sales experience, particularly within Sephora or Ulta, and a strong affinity for tarte products. The role emphasizes customer service and relationship-building skills.

Compensation ranges from $23 to $30 per hour, depending on experience and location. The collaborative environment offers a creative workspace where employees can thrive during peak retail hours, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Passion for tarte products.
• Retail sales experience, especially in Sephora and/or Ulta environments.
• Ability to confidently engage and assist customers.

Responsibilities

• Drive to achieve sales goals with a target of $200/hour.
• Availability during peak retail hours, including weekends and evenings.

Skills

Retail sales experience

Strong relationship-building skills

Verbal communication skills

Customer service enthusiasm

Merchandising experience

Competitive spirit

Knowledge of apps and social media

Job description

About tarte

tarte™ is the pioneer of high-performance naturals™ and one of the fastest-growing cosmetic companies in the U.S. Founder & CEO Maureen Kelly created the brand with a mission to develop cruelty‑free, easy‑to‑use, life‑tested products packed with skin‑loving ingredients that deliver real results for everyday women. Today, tarte continues to share its “good‑for‑you glamour” philosophy with tartelettes around the world, with a presence in more than 7 countries and online shipping to over 150 countries and counting. From our New York City headquarters to our field sales teams across the U.S. and internationally, tarte is powered by passionate, driven individuals dedicated to making a difference in beauty.

Are you a force of nature who thrives in a fast‑paced environment? Do you want to help further tarte’s mission of creating cruelty‑free, eco‑chic cosmetics formulated with vitamins, minerals, and without the “icky” ingredients like parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, and gluten? Do you strive to live a healthy, compassionate, and environmentally conscious lifestyle? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Description

• Passion for tarte products
• Retail sales experience, with expertise in Sephora and/or Ulta environments
• Strong relationship‑building and verbal communication skills
• Enthusiasm for customer service with the ability to confidently engage and assist customers
• Merchandising and planogram experience
• Competitive spirit with a drive to achieve sales goals (SPH target: $200/hour)
• Availability during peak retail hours, including weekends and some evenings
• Own a smartphone and have a working knowledge of apps and social media

• Compensation range: $23-30/hr (Compensation range: $23-30/hr (compensation varying based on geographic location, skill level, and relevant work experience))
• Friendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment

Tarte is an equal opportunity employer.