Seasonal Associate - 24H115

Carter's • Commack, NY

253d • $15 - $17

About The Position

Carter's, Inc. is the largest branded marketer in North America of apparel exclusively for babies and young children. The Company owns the Carter's and OshKosh B'gosh brands, two of the most recognized brands in the marketplace. These brands are sold in leading department stores, national chains, and specialty retailers domestically and internationally. They are also sold through more than 1,000 Company-operated stores in the United States, Canada, and Mexico and online at www.carters.com, www.oshkosh.com, www.cartersoshkosh.ca, and www.carters.com.mx. The Company's Child of Mine brand is available at Walmart, its Just One You brand is available at Target, and its Simple Joys brand is available on Amazon. The Company also owns Skip Hop, a global lifestyle brand for families with young children. Carter's is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The Seasonal Sales Associate is responsible for interacting with customers and employees to create a positive store environment. The SA maximizes sales by ensuring a neat, clean, and organized store. Responsible for the execution of operational activities and protecting Company assets through exceptional customer service. The SA is responsible for providing information regarding product benefits and ensuring that customers are satisfied with their experience.

Requirements

• Demonstrated customer engagement skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and employees.
• Retail/specialty apparel knowledge and experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Confidently and proactively helps resolve issues for customers and can balance a number of customers in a busy retail environment.
• Meets customer's needs by assisting with locating merchandise, informing customers of promotions and revisiting frequently to ensure a positive shopping experience.
• Expedites point of sale transactions at the time of the sale.
• Completes floor replenishment and shipment as needed to ensure customer satisfaction and size availability.
• Ensures store visual standards are set to company direction.
• Executes replenishment process, recovers, and cleans the sales floor to company standard.
• Completes merchandise floor sets according to visual standards and directives.
• Maintains solid product knowledge and merchandise presentation.
• Articulates current promotional events and the brand loyalty program with the customer.
• Minimizes store loss by providing exceptional customer service.
• Maintains housekeeping standards to ensure a positive experience for customers and team.
• Meets or exceeds company productivity standards for all operational processes.
• Achieves daily goals as established by management.
• Establishes and maintains a cooperative working relationship with all members of the team.
• Adapts performing assignments as requested.
• Supports management direction of store.
• Supports, trains, and coaches others to success.
• Adheres to all company policies and safety procedures as directed by the company.

Benefits

• Compensation for this position ranges from $15.00 - $17.00 per hour based on experience and location.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED