Sales Associate, Holiday Seasonal, Summit- West Elm

divh2Sales Associate/h2pIn this role, you provide customers with a unique shopping experience by offering excellent customer service. Utilize effective selling techniques and provide in-depth product knowledge in a fast-paced, specialty retail environment./ppYoure excited about this opportunity because you will.../pulliProvide sincere, friendly, and energetic customer service by exemplifying world-class service standards/liliAchieve established sales and contest goals and maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions/li/ulpAssist customers with special services including gift wrap, gift registry, locating merchandise, catalog orders, special orders, back orders, charge sends, courier deliveries, and furniture orders./ppUtilize effective selling techniques to build multiple sales and increase productivity./ppDemonstrate comprehensive product knowledge, including features and benefits./ppEfficiently and accurately perform register transactions, i.e. sales, returns, and exchanges./ppAssist in the implementation and maintenance of visual merchandise presentation, signage, and lighting./ppUphold store maintenance and cleanliness standards, straighten, clean and help maintain stockroom as needed./ppProcess, ticket, and restock merchandise as needed./ppPerform other duties as assigned by management./ppComply with all company policies and procedures./ppWere excited about you because you.../pulliLove to sell, can articulate a proven ability to exceed selling goals and most importantly can close a sale/liliSucceed in a team environment, while able to work independently and manage your own time/liliThrive in an entrepreneurial environment and are constantly looking for ways to think outside-the-box/li/ulpKnow what questions to ask your customers in order to understand their personal cooking style and needs./ppEnjoy discovering the customers style, lifestyle and story to connect them to the right products./ppAre most successful when provided with clearly defined daily sales goals and metrics./ppHave a high school diploma or equivalent preferred./ppHave 1-2 years of customer service experience and retail sales experience (specialty retail preferred, but not required)./ppHave proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously./ppBe able to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time./ppBe able to operate POS system./ppBe able to lift and mobilize medium to large items, up to 75 pounds, while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques./ppFull time associates are expected to have open availability to meet the needs of the business./ppPart-time flex associates must be available to work a minimum of two regularly scheduled shifts on the weekend (Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday) and two during the week (Monday to Thursday). For an associate to be scheduled 20 hours or more weekly, greater availability (beyond the minimum required above) that meets the needs of the business will be required. Weekend availability cannot fall on the same day; an associate must be available on two separate days (Friday and Saturday, Friday and Sunday or Saturday and Sunday)./ppThis role offers a competitive compensation package including pay and benefits. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, geographic location, etc. The anticipated pay range for this role will be: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour./ppDepending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:/pulliA generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands/liliA 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities/liliA wellness program that supports your physical, financial, and emotional health/liliPaid vacations and holidays (full-time)/liliHealth benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits (full-time)/li/ulpWSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or sponsor an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration). This role is not eligible for relocation assistance./ppFOR SF ONLY: Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances./p/div