Sales Associate - Chico's

Chico's FAS, Inc.; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 18,093 - 25,769; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Employee discount program

Job summary

A retail company is seeking a part-time Sales Associate in Mount Laurel Township, NJ to promote a customer-focused sales culture. The ideal candidate will support management, enhance customer experience, and meet sales goals while ensuring operational excellence. This entry-level position requires a high school diploma and excellent communication skills, with a starting pay of $15.92/hour. Flexible work schedule is required, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Retail or sales experience preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Regular attendance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Promote a customer-focused sales culture.
• Utilize sales techniques to meet company goals.
• Ensure prompt resolution of customer concerns.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Excellent customer service skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Come lead with us at 4190 Dearborn Cir, Unit 114, Mount Laurel, NJ. With approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, we rely on sophisticated technology, resources, and infrastructure to maintain our success.

From finance and accounting to technology and merchandising, we have diverse opportunities for talented professionals to join our team of nearly 16,000 associates committed to excellence.

Position Objective

The Sales Associate is responsible for supporting Management in promoting a customer- and product-focused sales culture, where our values and guiding principles are at the forefront of ensuring an exceptional customer experience and maximum profitability.

Functional Responsibilities

Drive for Results

• Meets company sales goals by utilizing sales techniques and communicating product knowledge to the customer; recommends merchandise selections or helps locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires.
• Maintains knowledge of current sales and promotions; maintains pricing and visual standards.
• Maintains standards in merchandise handling, presentation, loss prevention, and all other duties as directed by Management.
• Participates in visual directives including monthly store sets and sales floor maintenance.

Customer Experience

• Promotes the Most Amazing Personal Service (MAPS) principles and standards as demonstrated in our selling models and offers a cohesive omni‑channel experience.
• Ensures prompt resolution of customer concerns.
• Ensures a fast and efficient register experience, remaining current on policies regarding payments, coupon acceptance, returns and exchanges, security practices.
• Reinforces buying decisions at the checkout and achieves add‑on goals including gift‑card sales.
• Signs up clients for reward program.
• Builds and maintains a solid customer following through clienteling and wardrobe.
• Knows current product fit and style assortment offerings in store and online.
• Maintains consistent client communication through utilization of our clienteling tools; Style Connect and Customer Book.

Operational Excellence

• Supports replenishment activities that keep the store full and abundant.
• Assists with order fulfillment.
• Assists with visual directives, including floor sets, window changes, visual presentations, signage placement, etc. as directed.
• Assists with boutique cleanliness and organization.

Teamwork and Growth

• Promotes an inclusive, collaborative approach to problem solving.
• Seeks personal developmental opportunities and readily solicits feedback.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Culture – Living the Chico’s FAS Values and Guiding Principles by demonstrating Customer Focus, Instilling Trust, Driving Engagement and Delivering Results with High Performance.
• Managing Complexity – Making sense of complex, high‑quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Planning and Aligning – Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Organizational Savvy – Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people‑related organizational dynamics.
• Courage – Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Retail or sales experience preferred.
• For the following states: AZ, GA, ID, IL, KS, MS, MO, MT, ND, NV, OK, SD, TX, UT, and VA, must be 16 years of age or older.
• For all other states, must be 18 years of age or older.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to learn or adapt to technology provided by the company.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Able to communicate with customers, Associates, and Management.
• Regular attendance is essential to ensure adequate coverage to meet company objectives. Ability to work a flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays is required.

Physical Requirements

• Constant walking/standing – 67–100% of an 8‑hour shift.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. – 1–33% of an 8‑hour shift.
• Frequent climbing – 34–66% of an 8‑hour shift.

Starting at $15.92/hour or city/local minimum wage as applicable.

Our part‑time associates are eligible to participate in the Company’s employee assistance program and employee discount program. Please visit our Careers page at jobs.chicos.com for more information regarding our benefits.

Chico’s FAS, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part‑time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Retail