Sales Associates - South Hill Mall (Seasonal)

The Children's Place; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sales Associate to join their team in Puyallup. This role is pivotal in delivering exceptional customer service while supporting store operations and maintaining high standards of merchandise presentation. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to engage with customers effectively. Flexibility in scheduling and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential for success in this dynamic retail environment. If you thrive in a team-oriented setting and enjoy helping customers, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Sick Leave

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support Store Leadership Team to achieve company goals and initiatives.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain merchandise presentation.

Skills

Customer Engagement

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Previous Retail Experience

Job description

Location: Puyallup, Washington

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:

Key Accountabilities:

• 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 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: $15.74 - $18.72 Per Hour. Part-time associates are eligible for 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked.