Seasonal Sales Associate
About the role
Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics North America is part of a global brand that began as a small cosmetics shop in Poole, Dorset, UK, and has grown into a pioneer in the beauty industry. The company creates fresh, handmade products using ethically sourced ingredients and maintains a strict cruelty-free standard. Environmental sustainability is central to its operations, with a strong focus on packaging-free products and support for social and environmental causes. Lush actively advocates for animal rights, fair trade, and meaningful change in the beauty industry. As a 10% employee-owned company, Lush values each team member’s contribution and fosters an inclusive, creative, and mission-driven workplace.
The Seasonal Sales Associate is a full-time, on-site role based in Seattle, WA. In this position, the associate supports customers with product knowledge, demonstrations, and recommendations while delivering a welcoming, inclusive experience.
Responsibilities
- Engaging with customers
- Processing sales transactions
- Replenishing and merchandising product displays
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and vibrant shop environment
- Promoting Lush’s ethical and sustainable values
- Supporting store events and campaigns
- Collaborating with team members to meet sales and customer service goals
Qualifications
- Customer service and retail sales skills, including engaging customers, building rapport, and supporting a positive in-store experience
- Cash handling and point-of-sale (POS) operation skills for accurate, efficient transaction processing
- Communication and interpersonal skills to interact with diverse customers and work effectively within a team
- Product knowledge and demonstration skills, with the ability to learn about ingredients, uses, and benefits of Lush products
- Visual merchandising and basic stocking/organization skills to maintain attractive displays and adequate inventory levels
- Commitment to ethical, cruelty-free, and environmentally conscious practices aligned with Lush’s mission and values
- Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and move products, and work in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment
- Previous retail or customer-facing experience is an asset; willingness to learn and adapt during busy seasonal periods is essential