Retail Associate - Epps Bridge Center

About the role

Lane Bryant, the plus-size fashion brand, is hiring a part-time Associate for its store at Epps Bridge Center in Athens, Georgia. The Associate creates a hospitable store environment through customer engagement that helps achieve company goals.

Key responsibilities

• Sales and service: identify customer needs through intentional conversation, use company resources to reinforce the brand experience, share current products, fit and fashion trends, and build lasting customer relationships.
• Operations: support operational tasks as needed, plan and prioritize work, protect company assets and maintain a safe work environment, and follow company policies and local, state and federal employment laws.
• Physical duties: frequently adjust or move store fixtures such as garment racks, mannequins and shipment boxes, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds with assistance; retrieve merchandise above shoulder level, including climbing a 12-foot ladder, and occasionally replace overhead lightbulbs and signs.

Required profile

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to represent the brand through fashion and product knowledge.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Strong sales or hospitality experience preferred, with a demonstrated ability to meet or exceed performance standards.

Required skills

• Confident use of mobile technology such as registers and iPads to engage customers.
• Ability to integrate the omni-channel experience.

What we offer

• 401(k) plan.
• Merchandise discounts plus eligibility for discounts at sister brands.
• Professional development and opportunities for advancement across the brands.
• Community impact through philanthropic partnerships.