Sales Associate - Westport

Sea Bags; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Sea Bags, the original maker of totes and accessories crafted in the USA from recycled sailboat sails, is seeking a Part-Time Seasonal Sales Associate for our Westport, CT store. You’ll welcome locals and visitors, share our brand story, and help guests find products they love.

Join a small team focused on sustainability and merchandising. You should be friendly and dependable, able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods, and be available for flexible shifts, including longer ones

Qualifications

• Customer-focused mindset with ability to engage with shoppers.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Comfort using a POS and iPad; learn Sea Bags history and products.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Previous sales or customer service experience preferred.
• Availability for flexible shifts, including longer shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service while sharing the Sea Bags brand story.
• Engage customers with product knowledge and recommendations.
• Assist with daily store operations, including sales transactions and merchandising.
• Work collaboratively with the team to create a welcoming and enjoyable shopping experience.

Skills

Customer focus

Communication

Organization

Sales experience

Customer service

Team player

Flexibility

Multitasking

Physical stamina

Learn product details

Tools

POS system

iPad

Job description

Join the Crew at Sea Bags!

Sea Bags, the original maker of one-of-a-kind totes, handbags, and accessories crafted in the USA from recycled sailboat sails, is looking for a Part-Time Seasonal Sales Associate to join our team in our beautiful, new Westport store.

If you're friendly, outgoing, and love connecting with both locals and visitors, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! We're looking for someone who is passionate about sustainability, enjoys sharing our brand's unique story, and thrives in a small store environment.

Perks of the Crew

• Employee Referral Bonus - Rewarding you for helping us grow our team with top talent.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Support for mental health, counseling, and personal resources.
• Employee Merchandise Discount - Enjoy Sea Bags products at a special rate, because we love treating our team!

The Impact You'll Have

• Provideexceptionalcustomer service while sharing the Sea Bags brand story.
• Engage customers with product knowledge and recommendations.
• Assist with daily store operations, including sales transactions and merchandising.
• Work collaboratively with the team to create a welcoming and enjoyable shopping experience.

What We're Looking For

• Acustomer-focusedmindset with a passion for engaging with people.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn and articulate company history and product details.
• Comfort using a point-of-sale system and iPad.
• Previous experience in sales, customer service, or a customer-facing role preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word & Excel).
• Ateam playerwith a can-do attitude who's willing to jump in and support as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including occasional longer shifts based on business needs.

Work Location: In person - Westport, CT

At Sea Bags, we celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected status.