Sales Associate

Soma; Ellenton (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Merchandise discounts

Professional development

Community partnerships

Job summary

Soma in Ellenton, FL is seeking a Sales Associate to welcome customers in a store environment built on hospitality. You’ll share product knowledge, build genuine connections, and provide personalized service to drive sales.

You’ll collaborate with store leaders on merchandising, inventory, and store presentation. Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays is required, with a focus on teamwork and friendly customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-focused roles or retail is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to learn new processes and tools quickly.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a customer-centered shopping experience reflecting hospitality.
• Initiate conversations to understand customer needs and provide personalized service.
• Create a seamless omnichannel feel using available store tools.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Communication skills

Learn new tools

Tools

POS system

Merchandising tools

Job description

About Us

We currently have an opportunity for a Sales Associate to join our team located at our Store 5280-Ellenton Premium Outlets-Soma-Ellenton, FL 34222.

About The Role

As a Sales Associate, you'll be the welcoming face of a customer-centered environment that reflects our culture of hospitality. You'll be part of a team fostering genuine customer connections, sharing product knowledge, and providing personalized service.

The impact you can have

In This Role, You’ll Have The Opportunity To

• Deliver a customer-centered experience that reflects our culture of hospitality.
• Initiate authentic conversations with customers to understand their needs and provide personalized service.
• Create a seamless omnichannel experience by utilizing available tools.
• Educate customers about the benefits of brand loyalty programs.
• Contribute to overall store performance by staying accountable to personal goals.
• Assist store leaders with merchandising, inventory replenishment, and store organization.
• Maintain a visually inspiring store environment that reflects brand standards.
• Contribute to a positive work environment by embracing teamwork and collaboration.

You’ll bring to the role

• Passion for our brand, fashion, and empowering confidence.
• Flexible availability — including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Team player mindset with a high level of ownership and initiative.
• Ability to quickly learn new processes and tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
• Must be at least 16 years old for the following states: AZ, GA, ID, IL, KS, MS, MO, MT, ND, NV, OK, SD, TX, UT, and VA.
• For all other states, must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to bend, reach, stretch for products as well as maneuver around the sales floor and stockroom, operate the register, and lift/carry up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Optional medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Merchandise discounts plus eligibility for discounts at our sister brands
• Professional development and opportunities for advancement across our brands
• Community impact through our philanthropic partnerships

Availability of these benefits is based on employment type, role, and certain eligibility requirements. Job offers will consider factors such as your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills.

Location:

Store 5280-Ellenton Premium Outlets-Soma-Ellenton, FL 34222

Position Type

Regular/Part time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.