Selling Flex Associate - Outlet Store

Belk; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sales Associate to join their team. This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to engage with customers, provide outstanding service, and learn about retail and fashion. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, utilizing technology to enhance the shopping experience and meet sales goals. You'll be part of a supportive team, contributing to a positive atmosphere while developing your skills in a fast-paced setting. If you are passionate about retail and eager to grow, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with no formal education requirement.
• Retail experience preferred, strong communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and engage warmly with customers.
• Meet personal sales goals and assist with store operations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Adaptability

Technology Usage

Education

No formal education requirement

Retail experience

Tools

Mobile Devices

Digital Point-of-Sale Systems

Belk App

Computer Keyboard

Job description

A Belk Sales Associate provides outstanding customer service to each and every customer, displays a passion for retail and fashion, adapts to change efficiently, continually seeks to learn about Belk’s merchandise, has an awareness of industry technology, and displays the ability to use technology to enhance core selling skills.

Providing Excellent Customer Service:

• Proactively greeting and engaging customers warmly and with a smile.

• Supporting the store to meet or exceed its customer service goals.

• Handling each customer transaction in a professional and friendly manner.

• Thanking each customer by name following a purchase.

Demonstrating Initiative:

• Offering assistance to the customer proactively and without prompt.

• Using suggestive selling techniques with all customers.

• Meeting or exceeding solicitation goal for Belk credit Rewards program.

• Meeting or exceeding Clienteling goals, where applicable.

• Understanding Store Assortment (for assigned department), in addition to inventory available at other stores and on belk.com.

Continuous Learning & Innovation:

• Using Mobile Devices to complete a sale (where applicable).

• Using Digital Computer-based Point-of-Sale and other digital technology to enhance the customer shopping experience.

• Using the Belk App and informing customers about the Belk App to enhance their shopping experience.

• Using the Belk website to look up merchandise and complete in-store orders for customers.

Focusing on Results:

• Meeting or exceeding personal sales per hour goals.

• Increasing units sold per transaction by recommending products to customers.

• Identifying and reducing shrinkage in area.

• Working professionally and pleasantly with co-workers, customers, and managers to accomplish defined tasks.

• Maintaining Belk professional dress standards and appearance.

• Maintaining floor and stock areas consistent with store standards.

• Supporting the Operations Team to ensure new merchandise is unpacked and displayed in a timely manner and stored in a place that does not obstruct customer access to the department.

• Following the ROCC the Dock process.

• Ensuring timely set-up including signage for promotional events.

• Following procedures for all systems including counts, markdowns, re-tickets and inventory control.

• Complying with store policies including, but not limited to those concerning attendance and tardiness.

• Accepting additional duties or sharing responsibilities during busy times and/or as requested by Sales Team Manager.

• Assisting Operations teams with all non-sell duties as assigned by Sales Team Manager.

Education / Experience Requirements:

Position Contribution Level: Entry Level

Minimum Education & Experience:

No education requirement.

Experience in retail preferred.

Knowledge / Skills Requirements:

Excellent communication skills.

Ability to use and learn industry technology preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to use computer keyboard, touchscreen monitor, handheld devices, standard telephone and other related business equipment.

Hand manipulation to remove sensor tags.

Ability to push/pull 100-500 pounds when moving stock carts.

Task demands vary in each department because of the different types of merchandise. Stocking requirements can involve reaching above & below shoulder level and lifting 25-50 pound boxes.

Disclaimer:
For reasonable accommodation information for an ADAAA qualified disability please see Belk Associate Handbook for policy and procedures.