Seasonal Associate

Seasonal Associate

Aéropostale

Tinton Falls, NJ • On-site

$15.49 - $16.50/hr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Aeropostale rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 125 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 102 rated fashion retailers


Job description

Overview
Our Seasonal Sales Associates promote our culture, values and mission. As a Seasonal Sales Associate, your number one job is to share your love of fashion and do whatever it takes to create an amazing shopping experience for our customers.
Who You Are:
  • Engaging personality who provides great service.
  • Excited to meet new people.
  • Thoughtful with a desire to make others feel good about themselves and their individual style.

Responsibilities
As a Seasonal Sales Associate you will:
  • Engage and connect with customers to create an amazing shopping experience.
  • Achieve and exceed sales goals by executing our selling strategy.
  • Share product knowledge with customers to maximize sales.
  • Engage with customers to build relationships and brand loyalty by using company tools.
  • Show understanding of customer's personal style when offering fashion advice.
  • Inspire customers with your product knowledge to cater to their needs.
  • Assist with daily opening and closing tasks to maintain a clean, neat, and tidy store.
  • Complete assigned job responsibilities such as floor sets, filling the floor, ringing up customers, etc.
  • Remain positive and professional, working together with the team to make a great environment for our customers and each other.
  • Model our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, compassion, accountability, and inclusivity.

Qualifications
  • Flexible availability to meet the needs of the business (including evenings and weekends).

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to position offered and work experience. In addition to your salary, Catalyst Brands offers a benefits package, including health care (medical, prescription, dental, vision), company paid life insurance and long term disability, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off programs starting with minimum 15-days based on role, overtime pay (if hourly), flexible work schedule, and a generous employee discount program (all benefits are based on eligibility). Additional information regarding the benefits for this position can be found here: https://sparcbenefits.com/Candidate-Benefits-Highlights
Reasonable Accommodation
The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable qualified employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Catalyst Brands is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce, and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by law ("Protected Characteristics").
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
  • Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
  • Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours per day
  • Ability to constantly operate a computer, other office equipment and look at a monitor for up to 8 hours per day
  • Ability to clearly and accurately communicate and exchange information verbally, in writing, or through other means in person, telephonically, or through virtual communication methods
  • Ability to reach at or below shoulder level
  • Ability to carry equipment, move boxes/samples, etc.
  • For Stores & Distribution Centers: Bend, lift, open and move product and fixtures up to 50 lbs., as needed.

Please note that the deadline for submitting your application for this position is three weeks from the date the job posting was published.
Send posting compliance concerns to WAcompliance-sm@jcp.com. This email is only for compliance concerns. Do not send compliance questions to the Company's retail locations or to the corporate office.

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Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Seasonal Sales Associate?

A: To succeed as a Seasonal Sales Associate, key technical skills include proficiency in point-of-sale systems, product knowledge, and basic math skills for handling cash transactions. Soft skills such as excellent communication, customer service, and teamwork abilities are also crucial, as they enable associates to build rapport with customers, work effectively with colleagues, and provide a positive shopping experience. By combining these technical and soft skills, Seasonal Sales Associates can provide exceptional customer service, drive sales, and contribute to a positive store environment, ultimately supporting their career growth and effectiveness in the role.

Q: What is the career path for a Seasonal Sales Associate?

A: A Seasonal Sales Associate typically progresses through a career path that includes entry-level roles such as Sales Floor Associate, followed by mid-level positions like Assistant Sales Manager or Sales Team Lead, and eventually senior roles like Sales Manager or Department Manager. Key opportunities for skill development and professional growth in this role include learning customer service and sales techniques, developing product knowledge, and improving leadership and communication skills. Long-term career prospects for Seasonal Sales Associates may lead to roles in retail management, customer service management, or even transition into related fields like marketing or human resources.



Aéropostale job posting for a Seasonal Associate in Tinton Falls, NJ with a salary of $15 to $17 Hourly and benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, PTO, Life, and Retirement with a map of Tinton Falls location.