Sales Associate-ANN

KnitWell Group; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales Associate who will serve as a brand ambassador. In this role, you will connect with customers, offering personalized styling recommendations while ensuring the store maintains its inviting atmosphere. You'll play a key role in driving brand loyalty through exceptional service and product knowledge. With flexible hours and opportunities for personal development, this position is perfect for those who thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about enhancing customer experiences. Join a team that values authentic connections and supports your growth in the retail space.

Benefits

50% merchandise discount

Individual development support

Opportunities for growth

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in sales or customer-focused roles.
• Flexible availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Create personalized customer experiences by connecting with customers.
• Maintain store organization and visual standards.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Hospitality mindset

Technology proficiency

Initiative

Tools

Point-of-sale system

Job description

About us

LOFT creates modern, feminine, versatile clothing for women with one common style goal: to look and feel confident wherever the day takes them. We empower women to find their authentic self-expression because feeling like yourself is always in style. Here at LOFT, we're busy styling the careers and supporting the lives of everyday optimists just like you. Express your authentic self and experience endless inspiration, all while enjoying the opportunities and benefits that help you get the most from your career, life, and wardrobe.

About the role

As a Sales Associate, you are the ultimate brand ambassador. You create authentic connections with customers and guide their shopping journey by offering personalized styling recommendations. You help keep the store looking beautiful by ensuring merchandise is well-organized and in the right place on the sales floor, ready to impress customers. You'll collaborate with your team to create personalized customer experiences and support our always-inviting environment on the sales floor.

The impact you can have

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Connect with customers and listen to their needs to create personalized customer experiences.
• Share product knowledge and recommendations to help style the customer.
• Use brand behaviors and personalized service to drive brand loyalty.
• Uphold the highest visual and operational standards while keeping the focus on the customer.
• Use technology to stay informed on company priorities and promotions and provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience by utilizing available tools.
• Partner with store leaders to achieve individual goals and daily expectations.
• Build productive relationships by sharing ideas and being helpful to others.

You'll bring to the role

• Sales Associate or customer-focused experience (preferred)
• Brings a hospitality mindset when engaging with customers
• Flexible availability – including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Technology proficient and ability to operate a point-of-sale system
• Takes initiative in making thoughtful decisions

Benefits

• Merchandise discount across our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor and LOFT, plus you may also be eligible for discounts at other KnitWell Group brands
• Support for your individual development plus opportunity for growth within our family of brands
• A culture of giving back – opportunities to support our philanthropic partners that benefit local communities
• 401(k)

*Job offers will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs is subject to employment type and role, and program requirements.

Location:

Store 0869-Yorktown Center-ANN-Lombard, IL 60148

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.

Illinois Pay Information: https://www.knitwellgroup.com/assets/IL-Posting-ANN.pdf