Designer Dedicated Salesperson - Akris Punto - Garden State Plaza

We’re looking for a Designated Selling Associate (DSA) who is passionate about fashion, enjoys working one-on-one with customers, and thrives in a sales environment. DSAs drive volume for Nordstrom while championing the brand they represent, leading in customer service, product knowledge, merchandising, and selling.

Responsibilities

• Set and achieve sales goals for both in-store and digital selling using tools like text, social media, and reservations
• Build lasting relationships with customers and provide exceptional service on their terms, occasionally performing duties in other departments or brands as needed
• Offer honest and confident feedback to customers about style, fit, and the value of products
• Seek fashion and product knowledge through meetings and trainings to build expertise
• Build relationships with other DSAs, Stylists, and departments by conducting product knowledge meetings
• Provide valid product feedback to District Managers to improve store assortments
• Drive predictable business through appointment-based selling during event and non-event timeframes
• Maintain a customer-ready department through stocking, re-merchandising, display, price markdowns, transfers, and cleaning
• Grow sales by opening new Nordstrom Rewards program accounts

Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish rapport and cultivate customer relationships
• Ability to excel in a competitive team environment
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting
• Flexibility to work a schedule based on business needs
• Ability to read sales reporting in relation to goals
• Skill in educating customers on new and emerging brands, tailoring suggestions to their needs
• Confidence with high and low price points, showcasing the value of items and how they complete a wardrobe
• Strong understanding of customers’ holistic wardrobe and style, with high organization to strategically follow up and advise on wardrobe completion

Pay

The hourly pay range is $17.30. Commission varies by merchandise: apparel, shoes, and accessories sales typically range from 3% to 14.5%, while Beauty and Men’s Fragrance sales typically receive 3%. This position may also be eligible for performance-based incentives or bonuses.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Retirement savings plan (401k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accruals and holidays
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Merchandise discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources

Schedule

Hours and schedule vary by week depending on business needs.