Seasonal Retail Associate

Location

Chicago Retail Address: 800 N. Michigan Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60611 United States of America

We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic Seasonal Retail Associates to join our team for the holiday season (August - February)! Bring your passion for customer service and experience the warmth of Canadian hospitality with us.

The part‑time Seasonal Retail Associate is responsible for supporting the store in delivering highly engaging customer journeys, helping cement Canada Goose as a luxury performance lifestyle brand. You embody Canadian Warmth, demonstrating expertise in every recommendation and conveying warmth in each interaction, helping bring the guest journey to life. You consistently operate at the highest level, always demonstrating a passion for the customer.

Ultimately, you collaborate with your team to ensure a seamless customer journey and are a steward of Canada Goose’s values and culture.

• Achieve or exceed personal sales and key performance targets that contribute to driving your store’s results.
• Attend and participate in all store meetings, events and product knowledge sessions.
• Contribute to a positive and productive store environment through effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration.
• Assist in driving key performance indicators (KPIs) and selling metrics—such as conversion, average dollar per transaction, average unit retail, and units per transaction—through the introduction of new, underperforming, and strategic product categories to customers.
• Support the overall store upkeep by maintaining physical standards and cleanliness, organizing the stockroom, efficiently processing inbound and outbound shipments, and ensuring the sales floor is consistently replenished to deliver a seamless customer experience.
• Advise customers on product recommendations through expert product knowledge and cross‑department partnership.
• Accurately and efficiently utilize point of sale (POS) systems and operational tools in compliance with Canada Goose standards while following all other standard operating procedures with excellence.
• Actively seek feedback to improve performance and cultivate personal and professional growth.

• Minimum 1‑2 years of retail experience, preferably in a customer‑focused, high‑touch retail environment.
• Prior work experience with luxury or premium brands in high volume locations.
• Must have open availability to work Friday through Sunday and all holidays, with the flexibility to work retail hours including evenings.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently while demonstrating strong time management, organization, and multi‑tasking skills, with the awareness of seeking guidance when needed.
• Good understanding of store operations, including efficient shipment processing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with high attention to detail and adaptability.
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.
• Multilingual skills are a plus.

• A company built on Canadian roots and heritage.
• Your work is recognized with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards Program.
• Opportunities for career growth through numerous internal and external programs.
• Recognize and be recognized by your peers with our Goose Rewards & ICON Rewards.
• Be a part of CG Gives. Donation matching and paid volunteer time to help the organizations you care about.
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues.
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow.

$20.50 - $23.50 / hour

Canada Goose is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

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