Sales Associate (Full-Time) - Oakwood Mall, Gretna, LA

DTLR, Inc.•Gretna, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Full-Time Sales Associate assists the store management team with daily store operations, including customer service, sales, merchandising, and other assigned duties. Responsibilities are to be performed professionally, courteously, reliably, and with a focus on results. The role works a standard schedule of 35 to 40 hours per week and may require flexibility to meet customer and business needs, work in multiple stores in the assigned district, and work extended hours during critical project phases.

Requirements

Previous retail or customer-service experience is preferred but not necessary.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Excellent command of English to communicate effectively with management, customers, and other employees.
Demonstrated leadership and ability to work under minimum supervision, including taking charge of the store when necessary.
Open availability and flexibility to meet customer demand and business needs.
Basic fashion and style trend knowledge and desire to work with customers in a retail setting.
Proven ability to build and work as part of a team, handle responsibility, and understand the needs of the street lifestyle customer.
Willingness to work in multiple stores in the assigned district.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work extended hours during critical project phases and in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Previous work experience in retail or customer service.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Build customer relationships through attentive, courteous, honest, and responsive service; identify customer needs and offer knowledgeable product assistance.
Use basic fashion and trend knowledge to recommend merchandise and meet customer needs while maintaining DTLR standards.
Assist with shipments, merchandising, restocking, and pricing.
Maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude toward the job and company.
Comply with and enforce company policies; participate in service training and product programs.
Assist the Store Manager in monitoring and identifying loss or inconsistencies to support shrink goals at or below company plan.
Monitor and control operational compliance, safety, and business standards.
Support training employees in suggested selling and merchandising techniques.
Minimize inventory shrinkage by protecting the store against shoplifting and internal theft and following loss-prevention policies and security procedures.
Follow point-of-sale procedures, balance money taken in during an assignment, and work with store management to investigate discrepancies.
Keep management informed of important developments, potential problems, and other information needed for effective management.
Help maintain a neat and orderly sales environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.