GU SOHO Sales Associate (Part-time and Full-time)

Fast Retailing•New York, NY

26d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

If you welcome new challenges, have a drive for success, and embrace the responsibility of leadership-then you belong at GU! Dynamic Part-Time Sales Associates Needed for our Soho Flagship location, located on Broadway. WHO IS GU: GU is UNIQLO's sister brand, a fashion brand from Tokyo. Our second-largest company brand. Also, the No.1 fashion brand in Japan. GU launched its first store in Japan in 2006. GU has about 450 stores, mostly located in Japan, with some in Mainland China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. WHAT IS GU'S MISSION: GU's concept - YOUR FREEDOM, helping people to be themselves and enjoy their individuality through our clothing. As a "unique low-priced fashion brand," GU believes that, together with UNIQLO, the group will be the No. 1 apparel company in the world! Position Overview: The Sales Associate is the customer service specialist of the store. They are responsible for exceeding customer expectations by listening to customer needs, finding products that meet their needs, providing in depth product information about the goods they are interested in and closing the sale.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Ability to effectively communicate and follow instructions.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that meets the business needs, including evenings and weekends.
Ability to stand for long periods of time, read computer terminals, push, pull or move objects of at least 25 lbs.
Ability to effectively maneuver around sales floor and stockroom including: repetitive bending, prolonged standing, twisting, stooping, squatting, and climbing.
People who are cheerful and energetic, and enjoy interacting with others and assisting when they see a need
People who value teamwork and can motivate one another
People who are proactive in everything they do and want to develop as a professional through their work experiences
Average 32 or more hours per week based on business seasonality.
Open availability on weekends (religious exemptions will be considered).
Restrictions on availability limited to two days per week.

Responsibilities

Meet and exceed sales goals.
Maintain brand and operational standards (visual, cleanliness, etc.).
Manage customer needs and exceed expectations
Be knowledgeable of fitting room standards and assist when needed.
Act as cashier when required by following cashier protocol.
Process shipment and ensure all merchandise is represented on the floor in full size run.
Assist management to identify and resolve issues in the store.
Provide product and brand knowledge to customers.
Follow all company policy and procedures & notify management of any infractions.
Assist with special projects as assigned by management.