Part Time Store Associate
About The Position
Support and maintain the integrity of the Vera Bradley “experience” through exceptional customer service, upholding store image standards, maximizing sales and assisting in store operational needs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Note: Other duties may be assigned) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Engage the guest and enhance her Experience through product awareness and team selling Treat all Vera Bradley employees and guests with respect and maintain a positive work environment Drive store results through add on selling and conversion that meet the guest’s wants and needs Maintain Vera Bradley brand standards through assistance in visual merchandising excellence Help to maintain a clean, organized and inviting environment for the customer Maintain organization of stock room Ability to accurately process transactions in an professional manner Comply with all established company policies and procedures Process sales transactions utilizing POS system
Requirements
- High School graduate preferred
- Prior retail experience strongly preferred
- Experience with retail POS system a plus
- Polite and professional
- Exceptional sales skills
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive, adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
- Available to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends
- Strong team player
- Constant walking and standing; frequent bending, stooping and reaching
- Must be able to work with strong fragrances and scents in the form of eau de toilette, burning candles, bath and shower gel, body lotion, hand cream and bar soap throughout the work day.
- Strong sensory skills, such as good eyesight, good hearing, and dexterity
- Consistently lift 10-35 lbs; occasionally lift up to 55 lbs with the ability to push or pull more than 55 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Prior retail experience strongly preferred
- Experience with retail POS system a plus
Responsibilities
- Engage the guest and enhance her Experience through product awareness and team selling
- Treat all Vera Bradley employees and guests with respect and maintain a positive work environment
- Drive store results through add on selling and conversion that meet the guest’s wants and needs
- Maintain Vera Bradley brand standards through assistance in visual merchandising excellence
- Help to maintain a clean, organized and inviting environment for the customer
- Maintain organization of stock room
- Ability to accurately process transactions in an professional manner
- Comply with all established company policies and procedures
- Process sales transactions utilizing POS system
Benefits
- Incentive eligible position, based on achievement of company and store metrics
- Opportunity to serve your community by taking advantage of volunteer paid time off
- Generous employee discount on Vera Bradley products
- Opportunities for leadership development, skill development and career advancement.
- Holistic wellness program providing no cost access to a variety of financial, physical, and mental wellness experts
- DailyPay option for wage payment
- 401k with generous company match, immediate vesting (service and age requirement)
- Ancillary Benefits including pet insurance, cell phone discount, employee referral bonus and much more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
