Sales Associate - Williston VT

L.L.Bean Sales Guide

At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome—both here and Outside. We value individual differences and are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment where everyone can bring the best of their experience and talents and truly thrive.

Experience the ultimate career adventure at our L.L.Bean store located in Williston VT! Join the fun and explore today! Celebrate our core values: outdoor heritage, integrity, service, respect, perseverance, and healthy living.

The pay for this sales associate position is $16.00 per hour.

Discover a team culture that values:

• Balance your career with outdoor adventures.
• Family ownership, rich history, and a commitment to sustainability.
• A positive work atmosphere where teamwork and personal growth are encouraged.

Join our team and enjoy amazing benefits!

• Flexible schedules to balance work with your personal life.
• Competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience.
• Exciting benefits and savings on products you love.

As a temporary, part-time sales guide, you'll be the heartbeat of our outdoor gear/apparel departments, delivering world-class service with a smile. You'll be the face of the L.L.Bean brand, engaging customers, keeping our store in tip-top shape, and fostering a spirit of teamwork. Your role will be ever-changing and exciting, adapting to the needs of the day while showcasing your product knowledge and service expertise.

Get ready to make every customer feel like a part of our outdoor-loving community!

Key responsibilities include:

• Engage customers with personal and genuine service interactions.
• Convert every customer interaction into a sales opportunity, driving brand loyalty through exceptional service.
• Build relationships and work collaboratively across a variety of differences among team members and customers.
• Advocate for customers by listening actively to understand their needs and solve problems efficiently.
• Use technology to provide seamless, fast omni-channel service.
• Promote L.L.Bean sponsored programs, including Outdoor Discovery School and the L.L.Bean Mastercard program.
• Maintain a well-organized store, uphold visual and merchandising standards, and support store operations processes.
• Work as part of a team to achieve results, create a positive work environment, and adapt to changing business needs.
• Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace by following all safety policies and procedures.

Physical demands include:

• Standing, walking, talking, or hearing during shifts; ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers; occasionally required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, and lift 1 to 20 pounds.
• Occasionally move and lift objects up to 40 pounds (utilizing a team lift as needed).

Skills and qualifications include:

• Passion for providing world-class customer service.
• Friendly and outgoing communication style.
• Proficiency with computer systems and the ability to learn new technologies.
• Adaptability and openness to change.
• Availability to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Genuine passion for the outdoors and participation in outdoor activities.
• Demonstrates capacity for collaborative work in a retail environment, adept at serving customers and teams from a variety of backgrounds.

If you care about the outdoors, joining L.L.Bean is a great way to feel good about what you do. Our benefits package makes a good thing even better, with programs and perks designed to support your health and financial goals. Plus, maintaining a healthy work-life balance and recharging outside are all part of the plan.

If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you'd be great at this role, we'd love to learn more about you! At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We strive to reflect this every day in our commitments to employees and partners and in our efforts to promote belonging.