JD Associate - Twin Cities Premium Outlet, Eagan, MN

At JD Finish Line, we’re not just selling products; we’re creating experiences. Our retail stores are a vibrant reflection of our brand’s passion for innovation and customer service. We’re on the lookout for talented associates to be a part of our team and drive excellence in every customer interaction.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay and benefits, including retirement plans and employee discounts.
• Career growth opportunities for professional development and advancement within our growing company.
• Dynamic, fast-paced, and rewarding work environment.
• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion, fostering an equitable and successful company.

Responsibilities

• Customer Experience: Create an exceptional shopping experience by addressing customer needs, resolving issues, and ensuring high standards of customer service.
• Sales & Performance: Drive store sales and profitability through effective merchandise management, promotional strategies, and achieving sales targets.
• Operational Excellence: Participate in daily operations including inventory management, visual merchandising, shipment workflow, order fulfillment, and store maintenance. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety regulations.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with team members to achieve store sales and operational goals. Adhere to store policies and procedures, including health and safety regulations.
• Additional duties and projects as required.

Requirements

• Proven experience in retail or a similar role; track record of achieving sales targets is preferred.
• Passion for delivering outstanding customer service and creating memorable shopping experiences.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and a strong work ethic.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and holidays, based on business needs.
• Basic math skills and familiarity with POS systems.
• A set, weekly availability, including a mix of mornings, days, and nights.
• Consistent punctuality and regular attendance in line with company policies.
• Clear spoken English to effectively communicate with customers.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and basic math in English to handle business tasks and understand sales reports.
• Must be at least 18 years or older (16+ in select locations: AL, AZ, AR, CO, FL, GA, ID, IN, KS, KY, MD, ME, MN, MO, NC, NV, NH, NM, OH, OK, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, WI, WY).

Physical Demands

• Prolonged standing (4–14 hours per day).
• Stooping, kneeling, reaching, and pulling to place or stock merchandise.
• Climbing ladders or ascending/descending stairs to stock or acquire merchandise.
• Regularly lifting items weighing 5–25 lbs; occasionally heavier items may be required.
• Good vision, including color differentiation.
• Work environment is a moderately noisy retail setting.

Pay

Store Associate pay range: $13.50 per hour. Eligible for the company 401K plan.