Sales Associate-ANN

KnitWell Group; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Merchandise discounts

Professional development opportunities

Community engagement through philanthropic partnerships

Job summary

A leading retail chain in Williamsburg is seeking a Sales Associate to enhance customer experiences through personalized styling and exceptional service. This role involves maintaining store presentation, engaging with customers to understand their needs, and using technology to facilitate seamless shopping. Candidates should have a background in customer service, a flexible schedule for varied shifts, and a strong hospitality mindset. This position offers benefits including a 401(k) plan and merchandise discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales or a customer service role is preferred.
• Demonstrates a hospitality mindset in customer interactions.
• Flexible availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Proficient in using technology and point-of-sale systems.

Responsibilities

• Connect with customers and offer personalized styling recommendations.
• Ensure merchandise is organized and visually appealing on the sales floor.
• Use technology to enhance customer shopping experiences.
• Collaborate with team members to create inviting store experiences.

Skills

Sales Associate or customer-focused experience

Hospitality mindset

Technology proficient

Initiative in decision making

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

• 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

• 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.

Store 1558-New Town Shops-ANN-Williamsburg, VA 23188

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