Part Time Retail Sales Associate

WE ARE CURRENTLY HIRING A PART TIME SALES ASSOCIATE FOR OUR BLOOMINGDALE'S 59TH STREET MEN'S LOCATION

OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION

The Sales Associate is responsible for achieving all objectives set forth by the company. They are responsible for providing excellent customer service and adhering to visual merchandising and operational standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Achieve daily, monthly, and annual sales targets.
• Establish relationships with clients and manage communication consistent with James Perse.
• Ensure the highest standards of client service are maintained at all times.
• Maintain the selling floor, merchandise and store standards.
• Participate in special events and or projects as needed (i.e. Sample Sale, Physical Inventory, etc.).
• Adhere to all store and company procedures while maintaining operational and client experience excellence.
• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE

• Some heavy lifting required.
• High attention to detail and reporting accuracy to ensure exact reporting of inventory.
• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs, namely Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Retail Pro experience preferred, however is not required. Working Knowledge of Inventory maintenance programs preferred.
• Possesses the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Possesses excellent communication skills.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• College Degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• Prior experience in a retail/boutique store dealing with high-end goods, and clientele-oriented sales.
• Experience working in retail environment(s) with 7 days a week operation, which require open scheduling availability based on business needs. College Degree preferred.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Candidates must also be outgoing, energetic, professional and good representatives of our brand and be able to emanate the James Perse brand lifestyle.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills both verbal and written.
• Strong independent work ethic, excellent time management skills, and high level of integrity.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

This position pays $16.50 per hour plus commission on personal net sales. 

Please note: Candidates for this location must be approved for hire by Bloomingdale’s, which subsequently will employ and pay all wages, benefits, commissions, taxes, and other payments to the associate pursuant to Bloomingdale’s policies and procedures, and applicable state and federal law. 

Since the late 1990's, James Perse has defined Southern California style. Our collections for men, women and home - which have become synonymous with sophistication, detail and quality - are sold in over 70 James Perse boutiques, as well as in fine department and specialty stores around the world.

Our employees are smart, creative, passionate and service-driven individuals who meet the same superior standards we set for our products. We embrace talented people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, and support policies and practices that prohibit discrimination against any person because of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

JAMES PERSE offers competitive benefits packages, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, paid vacation, paid sick time, a retirement savings plan with company match, and a generous employee discount.

To view and learn more about our open positions visit: http://jamesperse.applytojob.com/apply/

We appreciate your interest in our company and look forward to hearing from you.