Sales Associate

The Dashery is a high-end retail destination offering elevated men’s and women’s apparel with a strong focus on personal service, quality, and experience. We believe great style starts with great people – and our team sets the tone for everything we do. We’re looking for a Sales Associate who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and understands that high-end retail is equal parts service, sales, and attention to detail. This individual must have a strong service mindset, the ability to confidently sell and upsell product, and the flexibility to pivot between project-based work and customer service depending on store traffic and seasonality. Retail experience is required and candidates must be available to work weekends. Key Responsibilities Provide a high-touch, welcoming, and professional experience for every customer. Actively engage customers, assess needs, and recommend products with confidence. Drive sales through effective selling techniques, including add-ons and upselling. Maintain strong product knowledge to support styling, fit, and purchase decisions. Deliver consistent service aligned with high-end retail expectations. Floor Awareness & Flexibility Seamlessly pivot from projects (merchandising, restocking, organization, etc.) to customer service as traffic and seasons require. Maintain awareness of the sales floor at all times, prioritizing customers over tasks when needed. Support peak seasons, events, and promotional periods with urgency and professionalism. Operational Excellence Assist with daily store operations including restocking, merchandising, and visual upkeep. Maintain cleanliness, organization, and brand standards throughout the store. Support inventory flow and basic operational tasks as assigned. Work collaboratively with leadership and peers to maintain a positive, accountable team culture. Accept coaching and feedback to continuously improve performance and service standards. Qualifications Proven ability to sell, upsell, and engage customers confidently. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Customer-first mindset with attention to detail and presentation. Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced retail environment. Availability to work a full-time schedule with rotating weekend requirements. Professional appearance and demeanor aligned with a high-end retail brand. KPI driven comp plan after 9-months of employment Private non-traditional health share coverage (medical, dental, and vision) (Available for full-time staff) Preventative care plan provided by employer at no cost to employee (Available for full-time staff) Flexible spending account (FSA) 401K Match (Available after one-year of employment) Short-term, long-term, accident, and cancer coverage (AFLAC) (Available for full-time staff) Paid Time Off (1-Hour Earned per 30-Hours worked) #J-18808-Ljbffr Alexandria Technical & Community College