The North Face: Sales Associate - Freeport Maine Outlets

The North Face; Freeport (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time

Internship

Job summary

The North Face is seeking a Sales Associate in Freeport, ME. You will deliver personalized customer engagement, share product knowledge, and help maintain brand standards while supporting sales goals.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and a proactive approach to customer service. The position is part-time or internship, with a starting hourly range and VF Corporation benefits as described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Foundational customer engagement skills and a basic understanding of retail systems.
• Willingness to learn product and brand knowledge and share with customers.
• Ability to work in a team and adapt to changing business needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized customer engagement and drive sales.
• Build sales by focusing on consumer-centric interactions.
• Share product, brand, and community knowledge for a richer customer experience.
• Help achieve individual and team sales goals using resources and tools.
• Assist in visual merchandising, replenishment, and maintaining brand standards.
• Perform cashier duties and support loss prevention.
• Maintain a clean, organized store environment.
• Adhere to company policies and safety standards.
• Model inclusive behavior across diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Engage diverse customers

Strong communication

Teamwork

Customer service experience

Retail experience a plus

Product/brand knowledge

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Retail POS systems

Job description

At The North Face we dare to lead the world forward through Exploration. We were born to Explore, Disrupt and to Lead. We were born to Love Wild Places and to Spark Curiosity. We believe that exploration is a mindset - both on the mountain and off the mountain - and it infuses everything we do. As a community of explorers, we stay curious about new ideas, places, and people.

So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of adventure-loving people, The North Face just may be the place for you.

To learn more about our values and our culture, visit The North Face Careers or www.thenorthface.com.

Sales Associate

What will you do?

A day in the life of a Sales Associate at The North Face looks a little like this.

• Deliver a high level of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
• Build sales by maintaining a consumer-centric mindset and modeling selling behaviors.
• Share relevant product, brand, and community knowledge to enhance the customer experience.
• Achieve individual and team sales goals by utilizing available resources and tools.
• Assist in visual merchandising, product replenishment, and maintaining brand presentation standards.
• Perform cashier duties and support loss prevention initiatives as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-ready store environment.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Model inclusive behavior that respects diverse backgrounds and experiences.

What do you need to succeed?

We all bring unique skills to work each day. For this role, there are foundational skills needed to succeed, along with 0–1 year of relevant experience. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; but we value hands‑on experience and demonstrated achievements most.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• Ability to genuinely and comfortably engage with a diverse group of customers.
• Strong communication skills—both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and adapt to changing business needs.
• Customer service experience preferred; retail experience is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and share product and brand knowledge.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills including basic retail systems and applications.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the store for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting light to moderate weight, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range:

$16.10 - $21.38 USD per hour

Benefits at VF Corporation

This position is a part‑time or limited time position (ie., internship) and is not eligible for all of the benefit plans offered at VF Corporation. There are some benefits the company offers that this position can participate in. You can review a general overview of the benefits provided at VF by visiting www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. Although all positions have a hiring range based upon market data, this position has a minimum starting rate that is listed above. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.