The North Face: Seasonal Sales Associate - Schaumburg

VF Corporation • Schaumburg, IL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

At The North Face, we are driven by a spirit of Exploration, Innovation, and Leadership. We believe in the power of exploring wild places and sparking curiosity. Exploration is a mindset that influences everything we do. As a community of explorers, we remain curious about new ideas, places, and people. If you envision yourself working alongside a team of adventure enthusiasts, The North Face could be the perfect fit for you. Visit The North Face Careers or www.thenorthface.com to learn more about our values and culture.

A Seasonal Sales Associate at The North Face is the brand's ambassador, bringing energy, authenticity, and a customer-first approach to every interaction. You will be responsible for creating memorable shopping experiences by engaging with customers, sharing product knowledge, and providing exceptional service. As a collaborative team member, you will contribute to the store's success through sales, visual merchandising, and operational efficiency. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a dynamic retail setting, enjoy interacting with people, and are passionate about delivering a top-tier customer experience.

This position will provide support to the store during its peak season, with the possibility of transitioning to a regular employment role.

Requirements

• 0–1 year of relevant experience.
• Ability to genuinely and comfortably engage with a diverse group of customers.
• Strong communication skills—both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and adapt to changing business needs.
• Willingness to learn and share product and brand knowledge.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills including basic retail systems and applications.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the store for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting light to moderate weight, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Retail experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high level of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
• Build sales by maintaining a consumer-centric mindset and modeling selling behaviors.
• Share relevant product, brand, and community knowledge to enhance the customer experience.
• Achieve individual and team sales goals by utilizing available resources and tools.
• Assist in visual merchandising, product replenishment, and maintaining brand presentation standards.
• Perform cashier duties and support loss prevention initiatives as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-ready store environment.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Model inclusive behavior that respects diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Benefits

• VF Corporation offers a general overview of benefits at www.MyVFbenefits.com by clicking Looking to Join VF?
• Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED