Sales Lead, West Towne

Ann Taylor; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Merchandise discounts

Professional development

Community impact through partnerships

Job summary

Ann Taylor is seeking a part-time Sales Lead in Madison, WI, to partner with the Store Manager in delivering exceptional customer experiences and coaching a growing team. The role focuses on brand representation, staff onboarding and development, and maintaining high visual and operational standards to drive sales.

You will guide associates, provide real-time feedback, and help ensure a seamless omnichannel experience for customers across in-store and digital channels.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of retail sales experience preferred.
• Management experience preferred.
• Technology proficient and ability to operate a point-of-sale system.
• Enjoys communicating and coaching others.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Represent the brand and model personalized customer experiences.
• Assist store leaders with onboarding and developing an engaged team.
• Support an inclusive store environment where everyone feels welcome.
• Uphold visual and operational standards while focusing on the customer.
• Provide in-the-moment feedback and coaching to associates.
• Help create a seamless omnichannel shopping experience using available tools.
• Step into manager responsibilities when needed.

Skills

Retail sales experience

Management experience

POS system proficiency

Coaching & feedback

Flexible availability

Tools

POS system

Job description

About usAnn Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywhere—from the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between).Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us?About the roleAs a Sales Lead, you're a key team member who supports and role models excellent customer experiences. Your focus is on delivering personalized customer experiences and providing guidance and support to associates. You have a direct impact on both the customer experience and the associate experience. You'll collaborate with the Store Manager to become an expert on store functions, so you are ready to step in as manager when needed.The impact you can haveIn this role, you'll have the opportunity to:Be a representative of the brand and model personalized customer experience behaviors.Assist store leaders with onboarding and developing an effective, highly engaged team.Support an inclusive store environment for associates where everyone feels welcome and engaged.Uphold the highest visual and operational standards while keeping the focus on the customer.Use tools to drive a customer-focused team environment and profitable business.Provide in-the-moment feedback and coaching so each associate can bring their best to customer interactions.Build productive relationships by sharing ideas and supporting the team.Use technology to stay informed on company priorities and promotions and provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience by utilizing available tools.Seamlessly step into the role of manager when needed.You'll bring to the role6-months of retail sales experience (preferred)Management experience (preferred)Technology proficient and ability to operate a point-of-sale systemEnjoys communicating and coachingFlexible availability – including evenings, weekends, and holidaysTakes initiative in making thoughtful decisionsAbility to organize, delegate, and prioritize assignments to stay on top of deadlinesBenefits401(k) planMerchandise discounts plus eligibility for discounts at our sister brandsProfessional development and opportunities for advancement across our brandsCommunity impact through our philanthropic partnershipsAvailability of these benefits is based on employment type, role, and certain eligibility requirements. Job offers will consider factors such as your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills.Location:Store 0521-West Towne Mall-ANN-Madison, WI 53719Position Type:Regular/Part timeEqual Employment OpportunityThe Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.