Sales Associate (Seasonal) - Northwoods

The Children's Place; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking retail team as a Seasonal Sales Associate in Peoria! This role is perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic environment, offering the chance to engage with customers and contribute to the store's success. You will be the face of the store, providing exceptional service and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere. With a focus on teamwork and adaptability, you will help maintain merchandise presentation and assist with inventory management. Enjoy benefits like paid sick time, employee discounts, and a supportive work culture. If you're ready to make an impact this season, we invite you to apply and be part of our vibrant team!

Benefits

Paid Sick Time

Employee Discount

401(k) and Company Match

Wellness Reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Free Backup Care

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; retail experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers promptly.
• Maintain merchandise presentation and stock levels according to company standards.
• Support store goals and ensure a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Customer Engagement

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Sales Associate (Seasonal) - Northwoods

Sales Associate (Seasonal) - Northwoods

Location: Peoria, Illinois

Job Summary:

The Sales Associate will be responsible for supporting the Store Leadership Team to achieve all company goals and initiatives. The Sales Associate will model and maintain excellent customer service with effective communication, product knowledge, and appropriate selling techniques. The Sales Associate will maintain company standards of all merchandise presentation, replenishment, and sizing while maintaining a new and clean store and backroom.

Responsibilities:

• Be aware of customer activity and respond with a sense of urgency, prioritizing assisting customers over other tasks.
• Greet and acknowledge customers while providing the appropriate level of service.
• Effectively communicate value and quality of our merchandise while sharing our current promotions and offer solutions for "out of stock" items when necessary.
• Exercise sound judgment in effectively addressing customer concerns.
• Demonstrate the appropriate level of selling skills to positively impact conversion.
• Provide fast, friendly, and accurate service at the cashwrap while educating customers on the benefit of the PLACE Card.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels and ensure that all sizes and styles are represented.
• Follow company standards of merchandise presentation, signage, and display.
• Support and maintain a neat, clean, and organized stockroom while adhering to a customer-ready environment, and adhering to safety requirements.
• Perform daily housekeeping duties to company standard.
• Guarantee company assets by ensuring adherence to all Loss Prevention procedures.
• Inform Store Leadership Team of maintenance and facility needs promptly to ensure that customers and associates are provided a clean and safe environment.
• Contribute focused, well-managed efforts towards achievement of store goals.
• Exhibit flexibility by processing stock when necessary.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous retail experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Skills and Behaviors:

• Excellent customer engagement.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be adaptable and flexible to changing priorities.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet business needs, including weekends, overnights, evenings, and call-in shifts.
• Ability to maneuver on sales floor and stockroom; climb ladder, lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Hourly/Salary: $15.00 - $19.60 Per Hour

Benefits include: Paid Sick Time, Employee Discount, 401(k) and company match, Wellness Reimbursement, Adoption Assistance, free backup care (for kids, pets & the elderly), a variety of voluntary benefits, and an employee assistance program. Benefit offerings are subject to change and vary by role/level for each position. Respective waiting periods may apply to certain benefit offerings.