Sales Associate - Southington, CT

Our Outlet Store in Southington, CT is currently searching for Temporary, Part-Time Sales Associates to become part of their team.

Join the Fun and Explore Today! Celebrate Our Core Values: Outdoor Heritage, Integrity, Service, Respect, Perseverance, and Healthy Living.  

Discover a Team Culture That Values:  

• Working hard, playing hard, living well: Balance your career with outdoor adventures.  

• Strong Core Values: Family ownership, rich history, and a commitment to sustainability.  

• Supportive Environment: Enjoy a positive work atmosphere where teamwork and personal growth are encouraged.   

Join Our Team and Enjoy Amazing Benefits!  

• Flexible schedules: Enjoy the freedom to balance work with your personal life.   

• Competitive pay: Earn a salary that reflects your skills and experience.   

• Fun perks & Generous discount: Take advantage of exciting benefits and save on products you love.   

As a temporary, part-time Sales Associate, you'll be the heartbeat of our outdoor gear/apparel departments, delivering world-class service with a smile. You'll be the face of the L.L.Bean brand, engaging customers, keeping our store in tip-top shape, and fostering a spirit of teamwork. Your role will be ever-changing and exciting, adapting to the needs of the day while showcasing your product knowledge and service expertise. Get ready to make every customer feel like a part of our outdoor-loving community!  

Key Responsibilities:  

• Engage Customers: Approach and assist multiple customers, providing personal and genuine service interactions.  

• Drive Sales: Convert every customer interaction into a sales opportunity, driving brand loyalty through exceptional service.  

• Build Relationships: Values and works collaboratively and respectfully across a variety of differences among team members and customers. 

• Advocate for Customers: Listen actively to understand customer needs and solve problems efficiently at the first point of contact.  

• Leverage Technology: Use POS, customer systems, and mobile devices to provide seamless, fast omni-channel service.  

• Promote Initiatives: Drive excitement around L.L.Bean sponsored programs, including Outdoor Discovery School and the L.L.Bean Mastercard program.  

• Maintain Standards: Ensure a well-organized store, uphold visual and merchandising standards, and support store operations processes.  

• Collaborate: Work as part of a team to achieve results, create a positive work environment, and adapt to changing business needs.  

• Health and Safety: Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace by following all safety policies and procedures.  

Physical Demands:  

• Required to stand, walk during shift; talk or hear, both in person and by headset; Occasionally ascend or descend ladders, stairs, ramps   

• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers; occasionally required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift 1 to 20 pounds  

• Occasionally move and lift objects up to 40 pounds (utilizing a team lift as needed)  

Skills and Qualifications:  

• Passion for providing world-class customer service.  

• Friendly and outgoing communication style.  

• Proficiency with computer systems and the ability to learn new technologies.  

• Adaptability and openness to change.  

• Availability to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.  

• Genuine passion for the outdoors and participation in outdoor activities. 

• Demonstrates capacity for collaborative work in a retail environment, is adept at serving customers and teams from a variety of backgrounds 

Apply Now – We Can’t Wait to Meet You!