Retail Sales Associate - Berkeley

Job Description

We are looking for associates with a passion for clothing, people, and sustainability. EILEEN FISHER creates simple, timeless shapes designed to work together effortlessly, season after season. We make our clothes to last—and then take them back to be reworn again or remade into entirely new designs.

EILEEN FISHER is one of the largest women’s fashion companies to be a certified B Corporation, voluntarily meeting high criteria for social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. Our values of authenticity, connection, trust, creativity, health, and purpose guide every role in the company.

As a Retail Sales Associate, you will share your positive energy, promote our philosophy and values, and contribute to driving business, customer engagement, and operational excellence.

• Share positive energy and create an atmosphere of possibility with our customers.
• Promote our philosophy, values, and support our purpose and strategic objectives.
• Monitor store metrics and sales goals, demonstrating a commitment to the team and a strong effort to drive business.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment.
• Partner with team members and store leaders to help grow sales, business, and clientele.

• Maintain high integrity, initiative, motivation, and self‑direction.
• Use new technology and embrace all sales and distribution avenues to serve customers.
• Use creative approaches to engage customers with the product, showcasing brand accessibility.
• Know EF apparel, fabrics, brand messages, and stories.
• Promote customer loyalty by enrolling customers into the EILEEN FISHER Rewards program.
• Maintain and expand a personal client portfolio.
• Work effectively in a fast‑paced environment while utilizing exceptional customer service and sales skills on the selling floor.

• Contribute to other tasks and projects to keep the store running smoothly.
• Perform merchandising duties: steaming, folding, and displaying product according to visual standards.
• Perform light cleaning tasks to keep space well‑organized.
• Assist with daily stock checks and restocking of the selling floor.
• Execute open and close sales procedures as needed.
• Ensure and contribute to a safe and clean store environment.
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required.

• Monthly Store Bonus Incentives
• Annual Company Bonus Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Health Insurance for full‑time employees (medical, dental, life insurance, etc.)
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee and Friends & Family discount

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Retail experience or service industry background.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Dedication to creating excellent customer experience.
• Open‑minded attitude toward our brand and product.
• Quick adaptation and positive reaction to business needs and strategy changes.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. at floor level and/or team lift when necessary.
• Ability to climb short/tall ladders, twist, bend, and stoop to retrieve items from floor, shelves, and hooks.
• Flexible schedule.

Hiring salary range: $19.18–$20.00 per hour, dependent upon experience and qualifications. We also offer a generous clothing allowance and a wellness reimbursement program.

EILEEN FISHER, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.