Sales Associate

Position Summary The Full-Time Associate is responsible for assisting the store management team with daily store operational functions which include providing excellent customer service, driving sales, merchandising, and handling other responsibilities as assigned by management. All related activities are expected to be performed in a professional, courteous, reliable, and results-oriented manner. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Builds customer relationships by demonstrating a strong sense of customer service by assisting all customers in a professional, courteous, reliable, attentive, honest, and responsive manner. Identifies customer needs and provides knowledgeable assistance to help customers select the product(s) that meet their needs. Displays basic fashion and trend knowledge and is able to satisfy customer needs by selling appropriate merchandise while maintaining DTLR standards and building relationships. Assists with shipments, merchandising, restocking, and pricing. Maintains and presents a positive, enthusiastic attitude toward job and company. Complies with and enforces all company policies. Embraces service training and product programs. Assist Store Manager with monitoring and identifying issues relevant to loss or inconsistencies in the store to ensure store achieves successful goals of shrink that are at or below company plan. Monitors and controls all aspects of operational compliance, safety and business standards. Supports the training of all employees in suggested selling and merchandising techniques. Actively seeks to minimize shrinkage of inventory by protecting the store against shoplifting and internal theft. Follows loss prevention policies and security procedures. Enforces and follows proper point of sale procedures. Balances all money taken in during assignment and works with store management to investigate discrepancies. Keeps management informed of important developments, potential problems and related information necessary for effective management. Helps maintain a neat and orderly sales environment. Performs other duties as may be assigned. Qualifications Preferred: Previous work experience in retail or customer service. Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent. Excellent command of the English language effectively communicating with management, customers, and other employees. Demonstrated leadership and the ability to work under minimum supervision. Must be able to take charge of the store when necessary. Open availability and flexibility to meet customer demand and business needs. Basic fashion and style trend knowledge and a desire to work with customers in a retail setting. Proven track record in building and working as part of a team, demonstrated ability to handle responsibility, and an understanding of the needs of the street lifestyle customer. Willing to work in multiple stores in the assigned district. Physical Requirements Individuals must be able to stand for extended periods of time; lift, carry, push/pull up to 50 lbs.; work extended hours during critical project phases; and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with flexibility. Must have reliable transportation. Compensation Sales Associate (Full-Time) pay range: $18.05 - $19.05 per hour. This role will be eligible for the company 401K plan. General Information DTLR, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr