Sales Associate

Express, Inc.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Retail Sales Associate to enhance the shopping experience in their Springfield store. This role involves maintaining an inviting environment, assisting customers with their needs, and ensuring smooth operations at the checkout. You'll be part of a vibrant team dedicated to providing exceptional service and driving customer satisfaction. If you're passionate about retail and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values your contributions and offers a range of benefits to support your health and financial security.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with Company match

Merchandise discount

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized sales floor and assist customers.
• Process transactions quickly and accurately to enhance customer experience.

Skills

Customer service skills

Strong verbal communication

Team collaboration

Retail experience

Education

High School or Equivalent

Tools

iPad

Cash registers

Job description

Overview

About PHOENIX

PHOENIXRetail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com.

About Express

Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions, Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you.

The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app.

Store Name

Springfield

Responsibilities

Express is seeking a Retail Sales Associate to join our team.

The Sales Associate is responsible for providing a great in-store shopping experience for our retail customers while assisting with additional tasks such as stocking, cleaning, folding merchandise, etc.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized sales floor, checkout, fitting room, and stock room to ensure the store is safe and inviting to customers.
• Follow company policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all our associates and customers.
• Assist with product launch changes according to company SOP.
• Provide a Great Customer Experience
• Deliver on all aspects of the customer experience model.
• Process transactions quickly and accurately reducing the customers wait time.
• Positively resolve customer service-related issues as they arise and determine resolution or escalate further – communicate all issues and resolutions to Store Management.
• Drive credit and loyalty member programs by explaining benefits and encouraging customers to participate.
• Other essential functions may occur as directed by your supervisor.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Education: High School or Equivalent
• Years of Experience: 0-2 of relevant job experience - minimum 6 months
• Proficient in use of technology (iPad, registers)
• Meets defined availability criteria, including nights, weekends and non-business hours
• Meets physical requirements

Critical Skills & Attributes

• Previous retail experience preferred
• Customer service skills and ability to interact with customers
• Strong verbal and written communication skills specifically with customers, sales leadership team and associates
• Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team

Benefits and Compensation

PHOENIX offers a range of benefits to help protect full-time associate’s health and long-term financial security including:

• Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match
• Merchandise discount
• Paid Time Off
• Parental leave for new moms and dads

Part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health emergency leave and to participate in the 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match.

Additionally, part-time associates are eligible to receive an Express merchandise discount, to participate in our Learn & Earn incentive program, and to choose voluntary benefits through You Decide.

Closing

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An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.