Seasonal Retail Sales - Holiday Gift Shop - Westfarms
About the role
The ideal Salesperson is passionate about fashion and styling and has the ability to cultivate and grow a customer following, both digitally and in-store.
Responsibilities
- Set and achieve sales goals for both in-store and digital selling with effective use of selling tools (including text and social media)
- Build lasting relationships with customers
- Give the best service to customers on their terms
- Provide honest and confident feedback to customers about style and fit
- Seek fashion and product knowledge to build expertise
- Work with the team to keep the department customer ready (filling orders, stocking, re‑merchandising, price markdowns, light cleaning)
- Grow relationships by opening new Nordstrom Rewards program accounts
Requirements
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented focus
- Strong interest to use networking and technology to achieve sales goals
- Ability to excel in a team environment
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment
- Organization and follow‑through
- Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs
Physical Requirements: Continuous movement for 6‑8 hours per shift, including frequent bending, twisting, squatting, flexing and reaching to handle merchandise and assist customers; frequent use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling; handling bulky and awkwardly shaped items, including reaching and lifting items above the head; regularly lift items up to 10 lb and occasionally up to 25 lb.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, dental insurance
- Retirement (401k) options
- Paid time away (PTO accruals, holidays)
- Life and disability insurance
- Merchandise discount and EAP resources
- Performance‑based incentives/bonuses eligibility
Pay
Pay offers depend on location and job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Commission for apparel, shoes, and accessories sales typically ranges from 3% to 14.5%; commission for Beauty and Men’s Fragrance sales roles is typically 3%.
Schedule
The hours and schedule vary by week based on business needs, requiring flexibility to occasionally perform work in other departments as needed.