Position Overview: The Sales Associate is the customer service specialist of the store. They are responsible to exceed customer expectations by listening to customer needs, finding products that meet their needs, providing in depth product information about the goods they are interested in and closing the sale. Key Responsibilities: - Meet and exceed sales goals - Maintain brand and operational standards (visual, cleanliness, etc.) - Pro-actively manage customer needs and exceed expectations by utilizing the UNIQLO service standard, following the Uniqlo Fundamental Principles and saying the 6 standard phrases. - Be knowledgeable of fitting room standards and assist when needed - Act as cashier when required by following cashier protocol - Process shipment and ensure all merchandise is represented on the floor in full size runs - Assist management to identify and resolve issues in the store - Provide product and brand knowledge to customers - Follow all company policy and procedures & notify management of any infractions - Assist with special projects as assigned by management Required Skills and Abilities: - Strong communication skills - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts and percentages - Ability to stand for long periods of time, read computer terminals, push, pull or move objects of at least 25 pounds - Ability to effectively maneuver around sales floor and stockroom, repetitive bending, prolonged standing, twisting, stooping, squatting, and climbing Schedule Requirements: - Ability to work a flexible schedule that meets the business needs, including evenings and weekends Education/Experience: - High School Diploma or G.E.D. The Company is committed to equal pay initiatives and will not ask candidates for their current or past salary. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fast Retailing does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law. In 2006, UNIQLO opened its first ever Global Flagship Store in Soho, New York City, closely followed by stores on 5th Avenue and on 34th Street. Over the following decade, UNIQLO built its US presence with stores along the East and West Coast, and also in the Midwest. Today, we have more than 40 stores, and continue to grow.