North Riverside Mall Sales Assistant

$29,120 - $33,488/Yr

Claire's - North Riverside, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

North Riverside, IL

1,001-5,000 employees

Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers

About the position

As a Sales Associate at Claire's, you will play a vital role in supporting the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager in achieving retail store targets. Your primary focus will be on driving sales through exceptional customer service and ensuring a fun and enjoyable shopping experience for customers. You will also be responsible for demonstrating products, assisting with store operations, and maintaining a presentable store environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager in achieving retail store targets by driving sales.
• Deliver sales through friendly and efficient customer service.
• Ensure customers have a fun and enjoyable shopping experience.
• Demonstrate Claire's products to customers.
• Assist customers with their queries using product knowledge.
• Process store deliveries, visual merchandising, stock takes, markdowns, and promotions.
• Perform ear piercing after receiving full training.
• Ensure the store looks presentable and inviting to customers.

Requirements

• Some high school education required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Understanding of the importance of customer service.
• Sound understanding of mathematics and strong reading comprehension skills.
• Ability to stand during scheduled shifts.
• Ability to maneuver up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and climb ladders and step stools while placing merchandise and assisting customers.
• Ability to operate the POS system.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Voluntary welfare plans for both full-time and part-time employees.
• Bonus plan eligibility for full-time employees.
• 401(k) match for both full-time and part-time employees.
• Vacation time for both full-time and part-time employees.
• Sick time for both full-time and part-time employees.