Sales Associate

Chico's FAS, Inc. paying for Chico's Retail Operations, Inc.; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Merchandise discounts

Professional development

Community partnerships

Job summary

CHICO'S FAS, INC. operates WHBM stores where Sales Associates deliver a customer-centered experience. You will engage customers, share product knowledge, and provide personalized service while supporting merchandising and store operations.

The role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and adaptability with flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays. The position is based in West Des Moines, IA, and requires readiness to learn and grow within the brand.

Qualifications

• Must have strong customer service orientation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to work as part of a team and adapt to a fast-paced retail environment.
• Willingness to learn new processes and tools and to take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a customer-centered experience reflecting hospitality and brand standards.
• Initiate authentic conversations to understand customer needs and provide personalized service.
• Create a seamless omnichannel experience using available tools.
• Educate customers about brand loyalty programs and benefits.
• Help store leaders with merchandising, inventory replenishment, and maintaining a visually appealing store.
• Contribute to a positive work environment through teamwork and collaboration.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Learning agility

Job description

About us

Built on the foundation of fashion’s most iconic color contrast – White + Black – WHBM inspires independent women to embrace their power and femininity through modern yet timeless styles. We’re proud to be a place for passionate people to learn, grow, and build empowered careers.

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 3154-Jordan Creek Town Center-WHBM-West Des Moines, IA 50266

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.