SEASONAL SALES ASSOCIATE (PART TIME) - PERRY ELLIS

Perry Ellis International; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Perry Ellis International is seeking a friendly Sales Associate to promote Perry Ellis merchandise and deliver exceptional customer service. You will greet customers, help them find products, and ring up purchases on the POS register, contributing to a smooth, welcoming shopping experience.

Ideal candidates bring energetic attitude, retail experience, and strong verbal/written communication. You will learn product details, promotions, and loyalty program data to maximize sales.

Qualifications

• Energetic and positive attitude.
• Retail experience is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Customer service-oriented with a friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with customers in a courteous, friendly manner.
• Generates maximum sales potential in accordance with customer service standards.
• Builds repeat customer base through loyalty program data capture.
• Maintains knowledge of products, promotions, and events to inform customers.
• Maintains a positive store experience and treats customers and staff fairly.

Skills

Retail experience

Strong verbal skills

Strong written skills

Customer service oriented

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Company Overview

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 40 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Perry Ellis is a clothing company of Menswear designer & retail chain featuring tailored apparel, from suits to casual wear & accessories. Perry Ellis’ passion and OPTIMISM for living life to the fullest is instilled in the culture, written into its history, and sewn into every product.

SUMMARY:

The Sales Associate’s primary function is to sell and promote Perry Ellis merchandise through execution of Perry Ellis customer service standards. Their duties include greeting customers when they enter the store, helping customers find specific products or showing them how to use them and ringing up customer purchases on the POS register.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interacts with customers in a courteous, friendly manner (e.g., maintains eye contact, smiles).
• Generates maximum sales potential in accordance with the Perry Ellis customer service standards.
• Builds repeat customer base through excellent PE Loyalty Program data capture.
• Maintains strong knowledge regarding product, promotions, and special events in order to communicate to customers more effectively.
• Consistently foster a positive store experience by treating all customers and staff members in a fair and consistent manner.
• Effectively maintains floor coverage; acknowledges every customer; treats customers with priority over assigned tasks.
• Consistently productive throughout the entire shift (e.g., effectively uses idle time to replenish products, maintain visual displays, engage with customers, etc.).
• Consistently reports to work on time.
• Demonstrates flexibility with his/her schedule.
• Understand individual and store sales goals .
• Follow all operational policies and procedures.
• Follows guidance from management to execute visual standards, recovery and replenishment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Energetic and positive attitude
• Retail experience is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Customer service-oriented (outgoing, friendly, and personable with a positive attitude)
• Salary offered will be at the discretion of the Company and based on a candidate’s qualifications. For this position, the base salary will be between $15-$15.25 hourly. Other benefits associated with the position for eligible associates are listed above.

Legal Disclaimer:

Perry Ellis International is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, and termination. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the company's commitment to equal employment opportunities.