Sales Associate

Talbots; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Referral incentive program

Discounts on travel

Discounts on concerts

Job summary

Talbots in Vero Beach is seeking a friendly, fashion-focused part-time Sales Associate to provide exceptional service and build relationships with customers. You will assist customers, present outfits, and participate in store operations to support sales goals.

Ideal candidates bring selling competence, styling know-how, and strong communication. Open availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays is preferred; weekend shifts may be needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate selling competence, styling expertise and a love of fashion.
• Driven to build relationships with customers and teammates.
• Strong ambition and enthusiasm for achieving goals in a store setting.
• Excellent verbal communication with integrity.
• Comfort navigating computer/iPad/handheld systems.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work cooperatively in a diverse team.
• Open availability 15–20 hours per week; flexible for evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional and meaningful customer service to promote products and build brand relationships.
• Assist management in building store business and execution of sales plans.
• Support service enhancements and active use of Concierge features.
• Handle multiple customers, multitask, and manage projects concurrently.
• Stay informed on fashion trends and new arrivals; advise on fit and color.
• Create outfits for customers using product knowledge and styling expertise.
• Participate in learning opportunities, accept direction and feedback to improve performance.
• Achieve sales and service metrics through clientelling, outreach and store programs.
• Complete operational tasks including order filling, replenishment and recovery.

Skills

Selling competence

Styling expertise

Verbal communication

Tech literacy

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Tools

POS system

iPad handheld device

Job description

About Us

Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

What We Offer

• Growth!
• Incentive Opportunities Benefits: Comprehensive benefits packages accessible to both full time and eligible part time employees. To learn more, visit our We Care page.
• Generous Discount: 50%, 60% & 70% Merchandise Discount off Talbots and Haven Well Within.
• Other Perks: Referral Incentive Program, discounts on travel, shopping, concerts and more.

What we Value

“WE CARE”: We Win as a team and are dedicated to ensuring and applauding each other’s success. We Encourage creativity, innovation and smart risk-taking. We are Committed to building relationships with our customers and associates by knowing, serving, and delighting them. We Act with integrity, transparency, candor, and respect. We Respect, honor and value diversity and are invested in cultivating a dynamic and inclusive culture. We Embrace community by bringing positive change to those we live and work in.

Who You Are

• Demonstrate selling competence, styling expertise and possess a love of fashion.
• Driven to create, build and cultivate relationships.
• Possess a strong ambition and passion for achieving goals, both as an individual and as a member of the store team and thrives in a team environment.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal communication skills and a high level of integrity.
• Possess the technological competency to navigate a computer/iPad/handheld system.
• Have strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast paced, ever-changing environment.
• Able to work cooperatively in a diverse work environment.
• Comfortable climbing ladders, moving around regularly, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Able to bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry, and move at least 40 lbs.
• Have open availability of (15 to 20) hours per week.
• Flexible availability based on the needs of the business including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What You'll Do

• Provide an exceptional and meaningful customer service experience that promotes the product and builds brand relationships.
• Take an active role in assisting the management team to build store business.
• Support all service enhancers to build strong relationships including active use of Concierge.
• Service multiple customers at a time, multi-task and/or handle projects simultaneously.
• Be aware of fashion trends and seek information about all new arrivals, including product knowledge about fit, color, fashion etc.
• Use product knowledge and fashion expertise to create outfits for customers and suggest items to match their needs.
• Maximize individual performance by participating in learning opportunities, accepting direction, coaching and feedback.
• Achieve sales and service metrics in key measurable areas including: clientelling/outreach, appointment setting and Talbots Classic Awards.
• Complete projects as assigned including operational assignments: filling orders, replenishment, recovery etc.

Location & Position Type

Location: Store 04125 Vero Beach FL Outlets-Vero Beach,FL 32966

Position Type: Temporary/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.

Company Overview

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful. Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.