Temporary Support Associate at Tapestry

Newton, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Cash Handling, Inventory Management, Sales Support, Visual Merchandising, Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Adaptability, Interpersonal Skills, Learning Agility, Sales Techniques, Loss Prevention, Fashion Knowledge

Industry

Retail Apparel and Fashion

Description

The Sales Support Associate role is an integral part of the store’s overall success and efficiency; demanding direct attention to our brand commitment when servicing our customers. Leaving a lasting impression on our customers through friendly, efficient interactions at our cash wrap and a well-maintained sales floor. Accurate and effective work, supporting the flow of product from the moment of receipt through the point of sale is essential to this role.Sample of tasks required of role: CASH WRAP:Greeting the customer with a smile and with eye contact and offering your nameInteract genuinely and naturally with the customerRead cues and determine customers’ needsConduct email/name capture, where permitted by lawMaintain accuracy when operating POSMaintain cash wrap organization and cleanlinessSuggest multiple add‐ons and sell gift cardsMaintain cash and POS media accurately and in compliance with Coach policyCreate lasting impression by genuinely thanking customer and provide reason to returnRepresent Coach brand appropriately STOCKROOM / WAREHOUSE:Receive shipment and transfersNotify Store Management when new product arrivesScan cartons/transfers, verifying store information is correctCommunicate all discrepancies to Store ManagementProcess shipment/transfers according to Coach standards and timeframesOrganize and clean stock room daily; to include offsite / remote warehouse as applicableShift/organize product in the stockroom; react to sell through and make room for new productManage stock levels/product ownership in back-of-house and sales floorPrepare and conduct regular cycle counts, as directedParticipate in store physical inventory counts, as scheduledMaintain Company Loss Prevention standards SALES FLOOR:Regularly analyze sales floor to assess replenishment needsReplenish sales floor/assigned zoneReact to sell through and execute visual merchandising needs.Support sales floor activities, as directedEffectively communicate information pertaining to price points, features/benefits, color and stock availability to multiple customersRespond to customer requests confidently; partner with sales team or Store Management, when neededUpkeep housekeeping standards Competencies required:Drive For Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully. Is consistently one of the top performers. Very bottom line oriented. Steadfastly pushes self and others for results. Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Gets first hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services. Acts with customers in mind. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas. Easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions. Tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings. Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kind of people up down and sideways. Inside and outside the organization. Builds rapport. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Uses diplomacy and tact. Can diffuse even high tension situations comfortably. Learning on The Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems. A relentless and versatile learner. Open to change. Analyzes both successes and failures for cues to improve, experiments and will try anything to find solutions. Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks. Quickly grasps the essence and underlying structure of anything. Perseverance: Pursues everything with energy, drive and a need to finish. Seldom gives up on anything before finishing, especially in the face of resistance or setbacks. Dealing with Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change. Can shift gears comfortably. Can decide to act without having the total picture. Does not get upset when things are up in the air. Doesn’t have to finish things before moving on. Can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. Additional RequirementsExperience: 1- 3 years of previous retail experience (cashier/stock experience, sales etc.), preferably in a luxury retail service environment. Possesses current knowledge of fashion trends and competition in the marketplace. Education: High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred. Technical: Knowledge of cash register systems, basic computer skills (including the ability to use iPad/laptop, Mobile POS and Internet), utilize walkie talkie, understand and read price and product release sheets. Physical: Ability to execute at a fast pace. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team. Ability to maneuver the sales floor, sales shelves, and stock room; climbing, bending, and kneeling are required. Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and, at times, lift and carry product/cartons up to 50 pounds to process product shipment/transfers. Schedule: Ability to meet Coach Scheduling & Availability Expectations, including ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays high retail traffic and sales days (including but not limited to the day after Thanksgiving, Memorial Day, Christmas Eve, Mother’s Day, etc.). Note: This document serves only as a sample of job duties and responsibilities and does not include an exhaustive list of all performance requirements. Tapestry, Inc., parent company of the Coach brand, is an equal opportunity and affirmative action, employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant’s or employee’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. Visit Coach at www.coach.com.

Responsibilities

The Temporary Support Associate is responsible for providing excellent customer service at the cash wrap, maintaining a clean and organized sales floor, and supporting inventory management in the stockroom. This role requires effective communication with customers and team members to ensure a seamless shopping experience.