Sales Associate

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE: RL) is a leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances. For nearly 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. INVITES YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM We invite passionate and highly motivated individuals to join our team at our Kittery Location . Exciting opportunities are available. CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO APPLY NOW: https://ralphlauren.hirevue.com/openvue/39grKTA4TS/ ( Hint: you may need to copy and paste the above URL into your web browser.) Ralph Lauren uses the latest technology to help initiate our recruitment process. The first step in our process is a digital interview. A digital interview is an interview conducted using your computer’s webcam or your mobile device answering pre-set interview questions. Your interview will be reviewed by a recruiter or hiring manager, so please treat it just as you would an in-person interview. Please follow the link above in order to complete your application and digital interview. Please DO NOT click the “Apply Now” button. Keep in mind that by following this, in addition to following the prompted instructions, you should also upload your resume even if you have already done so here.OVERVIEW: Sales Associates are the first and most important relationship our customers have. They are the ones delivering the Ralph Lauren Experience by: creating connections, offering hospitality, providing recommendations, exploring and listening. Associates succeed through living our service philosophy of being a driver, a brand ambassador, inclusive, flexible and proactive. Their responsibilities include driving sales, maintaining brand standards, supporting operational and replenishment efforts on the sales floor, managing the cashwrap, and managing the dressing room and/or the stock room. Responsibilities Live the Ralph Lauren Experience Be Inclusive: Welcome customers like honored guests in your home Be Flexible: Adapt service approach and be accessible to every customer Be a Brand Ambassador: Demonstrate passion and knowledge of the product Be a Driver: Convert shoppers into lifelong Ralph Lauren customers Be Proactive: Feel empowered to make the experience perfect Maintain Brand Standards Maintain high level of product knowledge expertise and apply knowledge to drive sales Maintain and communicate knowledge of current sales, promotions, policies regarding payment, exchanges, and security practices Describe, recommend, select and help locate or obtain merchandise explaining use, operation and care Answer questions regarding the store and its products Sells within assigned area of responsibility Anticipates obstacles and takes action to get efforts back on track Ensures maintenance of product presentation to brand standards (i.e. prop maintenance, signage, markdowns, etc.)Ensures organization and cleanliness of the stock room, sales floor, cashwrap, dressing room and all non-selling or common areas Behaviors CREATE Navigate Organization Gather information needed to overcome challenges Understand and apply new information, ideas and concepts Make sound and timely decisions ENGAGE Learn Continuously Demonstrate consistency between your words and actions Stand up for what you believe is right Be humble, admit when you’ve made a mistake, and strive to learn and improve Build Relationships Develop open and honest relationships with others Relate to others in an accepting and respectful manner Take interest in the needs of others Promote Teamwork Be a good team player Involve others in decisions and plans Collaborate and discourage any “me vs. you” mentality Provide Solutions Actively listen to meet the needs of others Think about the impact your decisions have on others Look for ways to improve your performance Get Results Juggle priorities effectively Resolve issues quickly Get support to complete tasks when you need it Qualifications The key to our success is hiring PEOPLE who are: Passionate, Enthusiastic, Outgoing, Poised, Leaders, and Engaged. Experience Retail experience preferred Education High school graduate/equivalent preferred Physical Requirements Ability to communicate with customers and store personnel Ability to maneuver around the sales floor, stock room, cashwrap and office Ability to operate the register and merchandise Ability to stand, move and walk for multiple hours Lift up to 30 pounds and moderate climbing required Availability Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, which will require day/evening, weekend and may include overnight shiftsRalph Lauren is an equal opportunity employer. We offer dynamic career opportunities with growth potential and a generous company discount.

Work location: Kittery, ME