Sales Associate - Hunt/Fish - Freeport, ME

L.L.Bean; Freeport (ME); On-site; USD 18,297 - 26,060; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Generous discount on products

Paid training

Supportive work environment

Job summary

L.L.Bean in Freeport, Maine, is seeking a part-time Sales Guide for their Hunting or Fishing departments. In this role, you will engage customers, provide exceptional service, and maintain store standards while fostering a positive team environment.

The ideal candidate has expertise in hunting or fishing and a passion for customer service. The position offers flexible schedules with competitive pay starting at $16.10/hr, generous discounts, and paid training.

Qualifications

• Availability to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers by providing personal and genuine service interactions.
• Drive sales by converting every customer interaction into a sales opportunity.
• Build relationships with customers and share expertise.
• Listen actively to understand customer needs.
• Use technology to provide seamless service.
• Maintain a well-organized store.
• Collaborate with the team to achieve results.
• Follow health and safety policies.

Skills

Expert knowledge of hunting or fishing activities

Passion for providing world-class customer service

Friendly and outgoing communication style

Proficiency with computer systems

Adaptability and openness to change

Genuine passion for the outdoors

Job description

Position Purpose

As a temporary, part‑time Sales Guide, you'll be the heartbeat of our Hunting or Fishing departments, delivering world‑class service with a smile. You'll be the face of the L.L.Bean brand, engaging customers, keeping the store in tip‑top shape, and fostering a spirit of teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage customers by approaching and assisting multiple customers, providing personal and genuine service interactions.
• Drive sales by converting every customer interaction into a sales opportunity, building brand loyalty through exceptional service.
• Build relationships with customers, share expertise, and demonstrate a passion for learning and sharing product knowledge.
• Advocate for customers: listen actively, understand customer needs, and solve problems efficiently at the first point of contact.
• Leverage technology: use Point of Sale and mobile devices to provide seamless, fast omni‑channel service.
• Promote initiatives: drive excitement around L.L.Bean sponsored programs such as the Outdoor Discovery Program and the L.L.Bean Mastercard program.
• Maintain standards: ensure a well‑organized store, uphold visual and merchandising standards, and support store operations processes.
• Collaborate with the team to achieve results, create a positive work environment, and adapt to changing business needs.
• Contribute to health and safety by following all safety policies and procedures.

Physical Demands

Required to stand and walk during shift; talk or hear, both in person and by headset; occasionally ascend or descend ladders, stairs, ramps; repetitive motions that may include wrists, hands, and/or fingers; occasionally required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 20 pounds; occasionally move and lift objects up to 40 pounds (utilizing a team lift as needed).

Skills and Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of hunting or fishing activities.
• Passion for providing world‑class customer service.
• Friendly and outgoing communication style.
• Proficiency with computer systems and ability to learn new technologies.
• Adaptability and openness to change.
• Availability to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Genuine passion for the outdoors and participation in outdoor activities.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules: (minimum 3 days a week; available Saturday or Sunday; minimum 12 hr/week; minimum 6 hr shifts).
• Competitive pay: Day/Evening starting $16.10/hr; Overnight $20/hr (previously $16/hr and $19/hr). Premium pay +$1 between 6pm-6am.
• Fun perks & generous discount on products.
• Paid training while you learn and grow.
• Supportive work environment and team culture.