Sales Associate - Chico's

Chico's; Rehoboth Beach (DE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Chico's is hiring a Sales Associate in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. The role centers around driving sales by providing excellent customer service, maintaining store standards, and supporting management. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and have retail or sales experience. This position requires excellent communication and organizational skills, with a flexible work schedule including nights and weekends. Join our team at Chico's to create amazing customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Retail or sales experience preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Regular attendance is essential to ensure adequate coverage.

Responsibilities

• Support management in promoting sales culture.
• Model and promote excellent customer service.
• Assists with visual directives and store maintenance.
• Participates in customer resolution efforts.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Ability to adapt to technology

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 all store operations. The role emphasizes a great 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 zone maintenance.

Customer Experience

• Models and promotes the Most Amazing Personal Service (MAPS) principles and standards, offering 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 and other applicable operations.
• 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 care.
• Knows current product fit and style assortment offerings in store and online.
• Maintains consistent client communication through utilization of customer book.

Operational Excellence

• Supports replenishment activities that keep the store full and abundant.
• Assists with location 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.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Retail or sales experience preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to learn or adapt to technology provided by the company.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability 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.

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.

Location

0451 Tanger Outlet Center, Rehoboth Beach

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.