SEASONAL SALES ASSOCIATE (part-time) - Perry Ellis

Perry Ellis International; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Perry Ellis International is seeking a Sales Associate to promote Perry Ellis merchandise and deliver exceptional customer service in-store. You will greet customers, assist with product selection, and handle purchases at the POS, driving brand standards and sales efficiency.

The role emphasizes strong communication, enthusiastic energy, and teamwork to sustain a vibrant shopping environment and maximize customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Energetic and positive attitude.
• Retail experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Customer service-oriented, outgoing, friendly.

Responsibilities

• Interact with customers in a courteous, friendly manner (e.g., maintains eye contact, smiles).
• Generate maximum sales potential in accordance with the Perry Ellis customer service standards.
• Builds repeat customer base through excellent PE Loyalty Program data capture.
• Maintain knowledge regarding product, promotions, and events to communicate effectively to customers.
• Foster a positive store experience by treating all customers and staff with fairness and consistency.
• Maintain floor coverage; acknowledge every customer; prioritize customers over tasks.
• Remain productive throughout shift; replenish products and maintain displays.
• Report to work on time and demonstrate schedule flexibility.
• Understand store sales goals and follow guidance from management.
• Follow operational policies and procedures.
• Execute visual standards, recovery and replenishment per guidance.

Skills

Energetic attitude

Strong verbal and written skills

Strong interpersonal communication

Retail experience

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)

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.