Sales Associate, Arbor Lakes Maple Grove

KnitWell Group•Maple Grove, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Talbots is hiring a Sales Associate for its Arbor Lakes store in Maple Grove, Minnesota. The role focuses on providing exceptional customer service, promoting products, building customer relationships, and supporting store business. Associates use product knowledge and fashion expertise to help customers select outfits and products that meet their needs. The position also involves sales and service goals, operational projects, and ongoing participation in learning, coaching, and feedback opportunities. This is a regular part-time position with an open availability requirement of 15 to 20 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Requirements

Demonstrate selling competence and styling expertise, with a love of fashion.
Be driven to create, build, and cultivate relationships.
Show ambition and passion for achieving individual and team goals, and thrive in a team environment.
Have excellent verbal communication skills and a high level of integrity.
Be technologically competent in using a computer, iPad, or handheld system.
Have strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Work cooperatively in a diverse work environment.
Be comfortable climbing ladders, moving regularly, and standing for extended periods.
Be able to bend, reach, and stretch for products, and lift, carry, and move at least 40 lbs.
Have open availability for 15 to 20 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Responsibilities

Provide an exceptional and meaningful customer service experience that promotes products and builds brand relationships.
Assist the management team in building store business.
Use service enhancers, including active use of Concierge, to build strong relationships.
Serve multiple customers at a time and manage simultaneous tasks or projects.
Stay informed about fashion trends and new arrivals, including product fit, color, and fashion details.
Use product knowledge and fashion expertise to create outfits and recommend items that match customers’ needs.
Participate in learning opportunities and accept direction, coaching, and feedback to maximize performance.
Achieve sales and service metrics, including clienteling and outreach, appointment setting, and Talbots Classic Awards.
Complete assigned projects and operational work, including filling orders, replenishment, and recovery.