Seasonal Retail Sales Associate (May-September)

Vuori, Inc•Skokie, IL

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Vuori is redefining athletic apparel, blending performance wear with a casual aesthetic inspired by an active coastal California lifestyle. The company fosters a high-energy, fast-paced retail environment, aiming to inspire clarity, enthusiasm, and purpose while promoting personal growth. The Retail Sales Associate at Vuori is responsible for building connections with customers, communicating the brand's values through product knowledge, and maintaining a happy, optimistic demeanor.

Requirements

Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays
Must adhere to scheduled shifts with punctuality
Ability to develop relationships with customers and colleagues
Ability to positively and proactively handle customer concerns
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Ability to quickly learn new procedures and processes
Strong organizational skills and follow through skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
High level of ownership, accountability and initiative
Eager to develop new skills and responsive to feedback

Responsibilities

Create an unforgettable customer experience
Forge lasting relationships with customers
Work with the sales team to ensure each customer receives the best service possible
Greet customers in a timely, authentic and engaging manner
Prepare the fitting rooms, find sizes, and provide honest knowledgeable feedback to customers regarding merchandise style and fit
Achieve sales goals in a team-based commission environment
Seek new product knowledge in the broader fashion landscape and active-wear specifically to serve as an expert for the customer
Assist in the completion of projects while keeping the focus on customer experience
Communicating inventory needs to support the business goal
Ensure the sales floor is stocked every evening
Collaborate with management in areas of inventory management
Ensure the retail store is cleaned on a regular basis – including floors and bathroom
Understand and execute cash control procedures including bank deposits, petty cash
Assist in the implementation and maintenance of all merchandising/visual directives
Ensure the selling floor is neat, clean, organized and reflects the correct visual image at all times
Identify and communicate product concerns in a timely manner