Completes opening/closing procedures and tasks as directly by Leadership Team with a client focus (e.g. replenishing merchandise; recovering the store and styling rooms; processing shipment including but not limited to: unpacking, hanging, steaming; cleaning including but not limited to: dusting, vacuuming, and removing trash; executing merchandising moves; marketing updates; and completing prices changes.)
Meets merchandise processing standards and maintains an organized and accessible work area
Adheres to Loss Prevention practices and is aware of and reports potential incidents, to ensure shortage control and to protect company assets
Maintains a safe work environment and reports any potential hazards to store management (e.g., ensuring that exits are unobstructed, ceiling clearance in stockroom is enforced, rugs are not frayed, spills are cleaned up immediately, etc.)
Participates and assists in the preparation for the stores’ inventory
Reports to work as scheduled; records time worked accurately by using ANN INC.’s Time and Attendance system; remains flexible to the needs of the business
Follows all ANN INC. operational guidelines, processes, and procedures
Reviews Bulletin Boards daily
Technical Expertise:

Demonstrates a desire and ability to be learner responsible and navigates the ANN INC. computer learning systems
Performs register transactions quickly and efficiently (e.g., sales, send sales, returns, exchanges, payments)
Is proficient in using Distributed Order Maintenance (DOM’s) and StyleFinder to locate product for clients and processes transactions accurately
Operates phone, answering calls with an appropriate greeting, transferring and placing calls on hold
Operates and understand the functions of the PDT
Product/Brand Management:

Understands and can clearly articulate the Company’s brand positioning, including: the uniqueness of all expressions of ANN INC., current marketing and promotional initiatives, markdowns, POS events, Bounce Back promotions, coupon events, lifestyle concepts to internal and external clients
Lives the ANN INC. Purpose, Values & Behaviors, Practices in all interactions
Participates in and attends Store Meetings
Proactively uses associate education tools to build product and styling knowledge with his/her peers
Embraces fashion, understands current market trends and is able to articulate them using ANN INC. interpretations in every client interaction. Represents the brand by adhering to ANN INC.’s dress code guidelines
Packages and wraps client purchases according to ANN INC. standards
Position Requirements:

Client Service: Ability to function as a role model, ensuring that the client remains the top priority. Takes initiative to build a loyal client base
Follow Directions: Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines as assigned with minimal supervision and within designated time frames
Merchandising: Knowledge of visual standards and techniques, and ability to implement and maintain with ANN INC.’s guidelines
Communication: Communicates effectively with Clients, Members of Management, Business Partners, and Store Associates
Accuracy: Ability to handle cash and provide change without error
Schedule: Remains flexible in scheduling that meets the needs of the business
Physical: Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally. Maneuver effectively around sales floor and stock room
Educational Requirements and Experience:

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all employment decisions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under applicable law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business.

The Company welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the application process.

Note to Applicants: Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of the Company unless designated smoking areas have been established by a particular location in accordance with applicable law.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Work Location: In person