Seasonal Administrative Assistant Top Seller - Oakbrook Center

Nordstrom, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Health & retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc. in Chicago is seeking a Store Support teammate who loves fashion and provides exceptional customer service at the point of sale.

You will assist customers by phone and at checkout, keep the area runway-ready, restock, and stay current on trends to help purchase decisions. This role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, organization, and a flexible schedule to support store operations, order fulfillment, and pickup.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization and follow-through.
• Proficiency with computers and willingness to learn new applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers over the phone and at checkout with sales, returns and other transactions while delivering amazing customer service.
• Keep the service quick, easy and fun by listening to customer needs and sharing your love for fashion.
• Be a great team player by doing your part of keep the department "runway ready," including straightening up, lightly cleaning and restocking the cash wrap area and sales floor.
• Stay up on key fashion trends and products so you can help customers with purchase decisions as necessary.
• Build relationships with customers by telling them about upcoming events, Nordstrom gift cards and Nordstrom Rewards program.
• Flexible to support other areas of the store including order fulfillment and order pick-up.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Computers

Flexible schedule

Job description

Job Description

The ideal Store Support employee has a passion for fashion, is positive, energetic and enjoys providing excellent customer service while working at the point of sale. A day in a life…

• Assist customers over the phone and at checkout with sales, returns and other transactions while delivering amazing customer service
• Keep the service quick, easy and fun by listening to customer needs and sharing your love for fashion
• Be a great team player by doing your part of keep the department "runway ready," including straightening up, lightly cleaning and restocking the cash wrap area and sales floor
• Stay up on key fashion trends and products so you can help customers with purchase decisions as necessary
• Build relationships with customers by telling them about upcoming events, Nordstrom gift cards and Nordstrom Rewards program
• Flexible to support other areas of the store including order fulfillment and order pick-up

You own this if you have…

• The ability to prioritize multiple tasks and requests from customers in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organization and follow-through
• A knack for problem solving
• Proficiency with computers and an interest in learning new computer applications
• The ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs

Physical Requirements: Continuous movement for 6-8 hours per shift, which includes frequent bending, twisting, squatting, flexing and reaching in order to handle merchandise and assist customers. Frequent use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling Handle bulky and sometimes awkwardly shaped items, which includes reaching for and lifting these items above the head. Regularly lift items weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.

Pay Range Details

Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$17.45 - $18.15 Hourly

At Nordstrom, the commission most selling employees receive varies based on the merchandise they sell. Apparel, shoes, and accessories sales typically range from 3% to 14.5%. Beauty and Men's Fragrance sales roles typically receive is 3%.

We’ve got you covered… Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away Life Insurance and Disability Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
• Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more.

Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment.

Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Variable_ES-US.pdf

A few more important points... The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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