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Sales Associate

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Ardene

Aug 26, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Toronto

Requirements

  • Qualifications
  • Retail or customer service experience an asset
  • Excellent selling and customer service abilities
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Work well autonomously and in a team
  • Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and climb a ladder
  • Move, lift and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store (weighing up to 30 pounds)
  • Availability Requirements
  • Days, evenings and weekends

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring outstanding service by creating a friendly environment. This includes greeting, acknowledging and re-approaching every customer, and being knowledgeable about products.
  • Staying up to date on the most current sales and promotions.
  • Assisting in merchandising displays and store cleanliness.
  • Replenishing merchandise, monitoring floor stock and processing shipments.
  • Processing purchases at the cash register.
  • Adhering to all company policies.
  • Other tasks as assigned by the management team.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Sales Associate at Ardene?

The main responsibilities include providing outstanding customer service, merchandising, generating and processing sales, and maintaining the store's cleanliness and appearance.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this position?

Retail or customer service experience is an asset, along with excellent selling and customer service abilities, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well both autonomously and in a team.

What are the physical requirements for the Sales Associate role?

Ability to stand for extended periods, climb a ladder, and move, lift, and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store, weighing up to 30 pounds.

What is the average wage for this position?

The average wage for the Sales Associate position is $16.55 per hour.

What is the work schedule like for a Sales Associate?

The position requires availability on days, evenings, and weekends.

Are there any benefits for employees at Ardene?

Yes, employees enjoy a dynamic work environment, flexible schedule, casual dress-code, employee discount, upgraded eligibility for Ardene Rewards, birthday paid off, and opportunities for advancement, among other benefits.

What kind of support does Ardene provide for employee wellbeing?

Ardene focuses on mental health, diversity & inclusion, engagement, and recognition through various initiatives, including mindfulness programs to foster meaningful connections and promote personal growth.

How did Ardene start and what is its vision today?

Ardene started in 1982 as an accessories and jewelry retailer and has evolved into a major destination for head-to-toe apparel, footwear, and accessories, focusing on customer experience and sustainable practices.

How can I learn more about working at Ardene?

You can learn more about Life at Ardene by visiting our careers site for the latest updates and reading one-on-one personal interviews with team members.

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Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1982
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Hey, we're Ardene! We were born in Montreal in 1982 as an accessories and jewelry retailer, and now we're on a whole new level. We are the ultimate destination in North America and beyond for head to toe apparel, footwear, and accessories for young women, and we recently launched a new men’s collection as well! We celebrate fashion and believe that it shouldn’t be exclusive or intimidating, so we have something for everyone. Our journey is ongoing in this new era of retail, and we are focused more than ever before on customer experience, sustainable practices, and inclusivity. WE'RE HIRING! Looking for an exciting new opportunity in a workplace that feels like home? Check out our careers website at www.ardenecareers.com for all our openings.