Sales Lead-ANN at Knitwell Group in Hanover, MD

Sales Lead-ANN Location: Store 1293-Arundel Mills-ANN-Hanover, MD 21076 About us Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywhere—from the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between). Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us? About the role As a Sales Lead, you're a key team member who supports and role models excellent customer experiences. Your focus is on delivering personalized customer experiences and providing guidance and support to associates. You have a direct impact on both the customer experience and the associate experience. You'll collaborate with the Store Manager to become an expert on store functions, so you are ready to step in as manager when needed. The impact you can have In this role, you'll have the opportunity to: Be a representative of the brand and model personalized customer experience behaviors. Assist store leaders with onboarding and developing an effective, highly engaged team. Support an inclusive store environment for associates where everyone feels welcome and engaged. Uphold the highest visual and operational standards while keeping the focus on the customer. Use tools to drive a customer-focused team environment and profitable business. Provide in-the-moment feedback and coaching so each associate can bring their best to customer interactions. Build productive relationships by sharing ideas and supporting the team. Use technology to stay informed on company priorities and promotions and provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience by utilizing available tools. Seamlessly step into the role of manager when needed. You'll bring to the role 6-months of retail sales experience (preferred) Management experience (preferred) Technology proficient and ability to operate a point-of-sale system Enjoys communicating and coaching Flexible availability – including evenings, weekends, and holidays Takes initiative in making thoughtful decisions Ability to organize, delegate, and prioritize assignments to stay on top of deadlines Benefits 401(k) plan Merchandise discounts plus eligibility for discounts at our sister brands Professional development and opportunities for advancement across our brands Community impact through our philanthropic partnerships Availability of these benefits is based on employment type, role, and certain eligibility requirements. Job offers will consider factors such as your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Location: Store 1293-Arundel Mills-ANN-Hanover, MD 21076 Position Type: Regular/Part time Pay Range: $17.00 - $21.25 Hourly USD Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.