Sales Lead - Part-time

J. Jill • Houston, TX

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About The Position

J.Jill is seeking a passionate, customer-focused, results-driven Sales Lead to support store leadership in driving sales and supporting the team. The Sales Lead builds genuine customer connections, delivers an exceptional shopping experience, and contributes to the store’s success while embracing J.Jill’s inclusive culture and community focus.

The role includes supporting customer relationships and community engagement, helping train and coach team members, contributing to store performance and sales goals, and maintaining strong product knowledge. The Sales Lead also assists with store operations such as opening and closing, serving as manager on duty, visual merchandising, floor sets, inventory management, and following company policies. The position requires taking ownership of assigned work, addressing challenges constructively, and communicating effectively with varied audiences.

J.Jill is a national lifestyle brand offering apparel, footwear, and accessories through more than 200 stores and an ecommerce platform. The company is headquartered outside Boston. J.Jill states that it is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of retail experience, preferably in women’s specialty retail or a strong sales- and customer-focused environment.
• Passion for customer service and building meaningful relationships.
• Ability to support, inspire, and motivate a team.
• Proven track record of contributing to sales and customer engagement.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, bend, push and pull, maneuver around the store, hang and fold merchandise, climb ladders, operate POS registers and company mobile devices, and occasionally operate a trash compactor where applicable or use a hand truck.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and perform joint or team lifts.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in women’s specialty retail or a strong sales- and customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through genuine interactions and serve as a role model for the team.
• Support community engagement initiatives to strengthen the brand’s presence.
• Assist in training and developing team members by leading by example and providing coaching and support.
• Help drive store performance by identifying customer needs, offering personalized styling recommendations, and contributing to sales targets.
• Maintain knowledge of J.Jill products to help customers make confident purchasing decisions.
• Assist with store operations, including opening and closing, serving as manager on duty, visual merchandising, floor sets, inventory management, and adherence to company policies.
• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities, proactively address challenges, and support leadership in maintaining a meaningful customer experience.
• Adjust communication to suit different settings, organizational levels, and audiences.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to help the store succeed.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with performance-based incentives.
• Generous associate discount.
• Opportunities for career growth.
• Supportive and inclusive team environment that values community engagement.
• Employee Assistance Program and additional group discounts.
• Paid time off and paid sick leave may be available to part-time associates in accordance with state and local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed