Sales Associate- White House Black Market

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Sales Associate is responsible for supporting Management in promoting a customer and product-focused sales culture, where our values and guiding principles are at the forefront of ensuring a great customer experience and maximum profitability. We love what we do, and believe that with our teams, we are the most amazing place to work, learn, and growFUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Drive for ResultsMeets company sales goals by utilizing sales techniques and communicating product knowledge to the customer; recommends merchandise selections or helps to locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires.Maintains knowledge of current sales and promotions; maintains pricing and visual standards.Maintains standards in merchandise handling, presentation, loss prevention, and all other duties as directed by Management.Participates in visual directives including monthly store sets and sales floor maintenance. Customer ExperiencePromotes the Most Amazing Personal Service (MAPS) principles and standards as demonstrated in our selling models and offers a cohesive omni channel experience.Ensures prompt resolution of customer concerns.Ensures a fast and efficient register experience, remaining current on policies regarding payments, coupon acceptance, returns and exchanges, security practices.Reinforces buying decisions at the checkout and achieves add on goals including gift card sales.Signs up clients for reward program.Builds and maintains a solid customer following through clienteling and wardrobing.Knows current product fit and style assortment offerings in store and on-line.Maintains consistent client communication through utilization of our clienteling tools; Style Connect and Customer Book.Operational ExcellenceSupports replenishment activities that keep the store full and abundant.Assists with locate fulfillment.Assists with visual directives, including floor sets, window changes, visual presentations, signage placement, etc. as directed.Assist with boutique cleanliness and organizationTeamwork and GrowthPromotes an inclusive, collaborative approach to problem solving.Seeks personal developmental opportunities and readily solicits feedback.Other duties as assigned.This position may be found in multiple brands.  Some duties may vary from brand to brand.COMPETENCIES:CultureLiving the Chico's FAS Values and Guiding Principles by demonstrating Customer Focus, Instilling Trust, Driving Engagement and Delivering Results with High Performance.Manages Complexity Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.Plans and AlignsPlanning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.Organizational Savvy Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics.CourageStepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.QUALIFICATIONS:High School diploma or equivalentRetail or sales experience preferredFor the following states: AZ, GA, ID, IL, KS, MS, MO, MT, ND, NV, OK, SD, TX, UT, and VA, must be 16 years of age or older For all other states, must be 18 years of age or olderExcellent communication skillsExcellent customer service skillsAble to learn or adapt to technology provided by the companyStrong organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environmentAble to communicate with customers, Associates, and ManagementRegular attendance is essential to this position to ensure adequate coverage to meet company objectives.  Ability to work a flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays is requiredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Constant Walking/Standing % of 8-hour shiftOccasional Lifting up to 50 lbs.- 1-33% of 8-hour shiftFrequent Climbing- 34%-66% of 8-hour shiftStarting at $15.16/hour or city/local minimum wage as applicable. Our part time associates are eligible to participate in the Company's employee assistance program and employee discount program.  Please visit our Careers page at for more information regarding our benefits.3250 - SouthlandsChico's FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.