117 - Sales Associate

Forman Mills

Wyncote, PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advertising, Cargo/Freight, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Fitness, Interpersonal Skills, Kronos Products, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Loss Prevention, Mathematics, Merchandising, Physical Demands, Point of Sale (POS) Software, Retail Management, Sales, Shipping/Receiving, Time Management, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)
LOCATION
Wyncote, PA
POSTED
Today
Job description

Position Title: Sales Associate
Reports to: Store Manager/CO Manager/ ASM / Merchandise manager/ Department Lead
Department: Receiving
FLSA: Non- Exempt

Position Summary:
The Sales Associate is directly responsible for the completion of all Store Support Center's merchandising directives in regard to merchandise presentation, organization, signing, price changes, inventory, advertising and recovery of their specific area. Provides all customers with a Courteous, Fast and Friendly shopping experience. When needed, assist in other departments and Front-end as directed by management team.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
• Ensure outstanding customer service by greeting, assisting, and thanking each customer in a positive approachable manner.
• Assisting in Merchandise presentation as directed by Store management.
• Verify signing on fixtures is correct
• Ensure floor plans and floor moves are done safely and efficiently to prevent injury to customers and fellow teammates.
• Assist in processing new freight within 24 hours of receiving a shipment
• Condensing older merchandise to allow new merchandise
• Communicate with the receiving department to ensure hot items and fashionable merchandise is priority
• Ensure recovery is completed throughout the day to prevent shrinkage
• Correct or report any safety concerns to the management staff
• Ensure returns are put back in a timely manner from both the Customer Service area and Fitting Room
• Ensure price changes are completed on time as directed by the store support center
• Inventories counts are accurate
• Inspect new items to assure EAS standards are executed.
• Ensure sizing and size nubs standards are executed.
• Performs additional task when needed in all areas of the store including fitting room, receiving, front-end, departments, other than assigned, sidewalk and maintenance.
• Help deter theft by reporting all dishonest behavior to management and /or loss prevention
Position Requirements:
• Ability to work varied hours/days, including 1 -2 nights per week, weekends and holidays to meet the needs of the business.
• The ability to work in different areas of the store such as selling floor, fitting room, and receiving as directed by supervisors and management.
• Ability to be crossed trained on cash register
• Ability to communicate effectively as it relates to communicating to customers and team members all Forman Mills written policy and procedures, training materials, directives and any other materials Forman Mills produce.
• Ability to perform basic math functions in order to operate the register, make change and conduct inventory.
• Physical requirements include lift up to 50 lbs. Use of hands and fingers in a continuous and repetitive activity. Adequate fitness level to meet the demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing and repetitive lifting with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Requirements:
• Must be 18 years or older
• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience: Cashier experience preferred but not required
• Job Related Skills: Math, ability to count money and give accurate change
• Ability to handle different customer's personalities in a professional manner
• High Energy, Positive attitude, Friendly, Courteous,
• Excellent People Skills
• Computer Skills:
o POS Software and Equipment
o Kronos (Time and Attendance)
o Calculator

About the Company

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Forman Mills

Forman Mills is a rapidly emerging chain of factory warehouse superstores selling brand name fashions for the family – at discount prices up to 80% below department store prices. Forman Mills stores are located in highly populated urban and working class suburban areas, serving the needs of lower to middle income customers. By selling brand name casual wear, active-wear and sportswear at off price from big-box superstore outlets throughout the mid-Atlantic region – we’ve become the leader to catch in the off-price industry. At Forman Mills, we’re committed to bringing top quality goods and affordable pricing to consumers in under served communities. But that’s just the start, we seek to be a partner in the community by supporting causes that are important to our customers. Our aggressive plans for expansion and entrepreneurial environment are “ready made” for dynamic individuals who thrive on challenges that can lead to rapid career advancement. Advancement is enhanced by a broad range of career paths and commitment to promotion from within. Career paths are available in store operations, merchandising, loss prevention, warehousing, human resources and management information systems. Forman Mills believes that individual achievement leads to Corporate success. If you have a passion for excellence, an unwavering focus on delivering value for the customer and a drive to be the best, Forman Mills can be your springboard to incredible career growth.

Benefits
At Forman Mills we recognize that benefits are an important part of total compensation and offer a comprehensive program including:
Medical Care Benefits
Our comprehensive program offers employees the opportunity to select from several medical/dental plans.
Prescription Card Benefits
Life Insurance Benefits
Disability Benefits
401K with Company Match
Vacation
Paid Sick Days
Paid Personal Days
Holidays
Immediate Merchandise Discount

Culture
We’ve developed an open culture where team members at all levels are encouraged to form and voice opinions. By motivating our associates to invest themselves in the success of the company and asking them to identify ways we can improve, we progress both individually and collectively as a business.

INDUSTRY
Retail
WEBSITE
http://www.formanmills.com/