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Overview:
We are looking for a sales associate to join our existing team. We have an 8hrs a week contract with regular overtime opportunities for additional shifts. This role includes evenings and you must be available to work at weekends.
Timberland is a subsidiary of VF, the world's largest apparel and footwear company comprised of over 10 brands.
You may ask "Just who is VF?". Well, if you are an active lifestyler then you are probably very familiar with brands such as Timberland, The North Face, Vans, Napapijri and others. They are just some of the names we manufacture and sell in over 1,200 stores across 100 countries.
As the face of our brand your input will be key, providing great customer service and contributing to the success of the store.
Responsibilities:
Let's talk about the role
We strive to create a fun and supportive team environment where every member plays their part in creating a great customer experience.
And whether you are working part time or thinking a career in retail, we expect that our sales associates deliver exceptional customer service and contribute to the store's success in the following
ways:
* Sharing your passion for Timberland products with customers
* You are in charge of making your store look great, so that it is always customer-ready
* Learn about our products to inspire our customers
* Drive sales by understanding the store's targets
* Follow store standards, policies and procedures
Qualifications:
Is this the right job for you?
* You have a proactive, can-do attitude
* You are open and love interacting with people, able to express yourself, listen and understand customers
* You have a genuine interest in active lifestyle, fashion or retail trends
* You are a fast learner and embrace new challenges
* You are fluent in English - other languages are a plus
* You are flexible when it comes to working weekends, evenings and holidays when necessary
What makes you the perfect Sales Associate?
First of all, you LOVE interacting with people. You get your passion by helping customers finding the perfect product and you want every customer leave your store happy. You understand that every customer needs a different approach and you know how to deliver it.
Your passion and enthusiasm for the brand, your store and delivering great customer service should shine through.
Work should be fun, so it's important that all our sales associates play their part in creating a strong, supportive environment. You are a great team player and are willing to do all it takes to contribute to the success of the entire team. For you, there is no such thing as "that's not my job".
It would be great if you have already had some experience in retail but it's what's more important is that you have the attitudes we've described above. If you have these, you'll become a great retailer in a very short time.