Sales Associate (Part Time)

at  Ann Taylor

ABOUT US

Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywhere—from the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between).
Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We’ll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us?

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Drives revenue by providing clients exceptional services through relationship building, sharing style/product information, and presenting a clean, and a safe well-maintained store environment. Consistently achieves individual goals, which support store goals.

CLIENT EXPERIENCE:

• Provides excellent client service by anticipating the client’s needs, exceeding expectations, and adhering to ANN INC. service experience standards
• Acknowledges, interacts and builds relationships with clients, creates client loyalty and has the ability to multi-task while servicing internal and external clients
• Addresses client concerns, coming to resolution when possible, and involving management where appropriate
• Portrays a gracious, friendly, energetic and engaging manner and is at all times respectful and professional
• Takes ownership, solicits and incorporates feedback for professional growth and development – Consistently receives positive, unsolicited client feedback
• Communicates effectively with store management, store team, and external clients in person, through written correspondence and over the phone
• Builds collaborative and productive relationships by sharing ideas, treats others fairly, with respect, and values differences
• Embraces our values and behaviors and inspires team by leading by example through his/her words and actions – Supports an environment of learning and trust by acting as a positive role model
• Is responsible for compliance with all Company policies, practices and procedures and all federal, state and local laws

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Client Service: Ability to function as a role model, ensuring that the client remains the top priority. Takes initiative to build a loyal client base
• Follow Directions: Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines as assigned with minimal supervision and within designated timeframes
• Merchandising: Knowledge of visual standards and techniques, and ability to implement and maintain with ANN INC.’s guidelines
• Communicatio: Communicates effectively with Clients, Members of Management, Business Partners, and Store Associates
• Accuracy: Ability to handle cash and provide change without error
• Schedule: Remains flexible in scheduling that meets the needs of the business
• Physical: Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally. Maneuver effectively around sales floor and stock room

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum one year sales associate or relevant experience in the services industry with proven results

• Embraces our values & sets an example through his/her behaviors
• Responsible for compliance with all ANN INC. practices and proc3edures
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Store Manager, Co-Manager, and Sales Leads