Seasonal Retail Sales Associate

fastretailing; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage starting at $/

Promotion opportunities every 3 months

Commuter benefits

Holiday pay 1.5x

401K with employer matching

Job summary

UNIQLO in Arlington, VA is looking for a Sales Associate who excels at customer service, listens to shopper needs, and helps customers find products that meet their preferences. You will provide in-depth product information and help close sales while upholding UNIQLO standards.

The role requires standing for long periods, effective communication, a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends, and willingness to assist in cashier duties and stockroom tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to effectively communicate and follow instructions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends.
• Ability to stand for long periods and move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to maneuver around sales floor and stockroom with bending, standing, twisting, stooping, squatting, and climbing.

Responsibilities

• Meet and exceed sales goals.
• Maintain brand and operational standards (visual, cleanliness, etc.).
• Use UNIQLO service standards and six phrases to meet customer needs.
• Be knowledgeable of fitting room standards and assist when needed.
• Act as cashier when required by following cashier protocol.
• Process shipment and ensure full size run on floor.
• Assist management to identify and resolve store issues.
• Provide product and brand knowledge to customers.
• Follow all company policies and notify management of infractions.
• Assist with special projects as assigned by management.

Skills

Communication

Follow instructions

Flexible schedule

Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Starting salary: $18.00 / hour

• The offered salary or salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills and expertise, and location of the position.

Position Overview

The Sales Associate is the customer service specialist of the store. They are responsible for exceeding customer expectations by listening to customer needs, finding products that meet their needs, providing in depth product information about the goods they are interested in and closing the sale.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet and exceed sales goals
• Maintain brand and operational standards (visual, cleanliness, etc.)
• Manage customer needs and exceed expectations by utilizing the UNIQLO service standard, following the UNIQLO Fundamental Principles and saying the 6 standard phrases.
• Be knowledgeable of fitting room standards and assist when needed
• Act as cashier when required by following cashier protocol
• Process shipment and ensure all merchandise is represented on the floor in full size run
• Assist management to identify and resolve issues in the store
• Provide product and brand knowledge to customers
• Follow all company policy and procedures & notify management of any infractions
• Assist with special projects as assigned by management

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to effectively communicate and follow instructions
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that meets the business needs, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, read computer terminals, push, pull or move objects of at least 25 pounds
• Ability to effectively maneuver around sales floor and stockroom including: repetitive bending, prolonged standing, twisting, stooping, squatting, and climbing

Benefits

Part-Time, hourly position: The Company provides:

• Competitive compensation for Sales Associates starting at $16.50 along with a clear path to promotion opportunities every 3 months based on individual performance
• Career advancement opportunities for driven team members who consistently deliver strong results
• Commuter benefits accounts
• 1.5 times the employee's regular rate for all hours worked on stated holidays
• 401K (with employer matching)

The Company is committed to equal pay initiatives and will not ask candidates for their current or past salary.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fast Retailing does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.