Role Objective 

The Sales Associate works to achieve store sales goals by setting the ALO experience & Brand Mission standard. Creating an authentic, organic experience of excellence for every guest through genuine connection, product education and educating customers about our community and culture. This individual is an expert in all facets of product knowledge, including features, benefits, fabric, usage, design, and care. The Sales Associate thrives working on a team and relishes a culture of feedback and excellence.  

Key Job Responsibilities 

• Impacts the business and store environment in a positive manner aligning with store leadership and company goals. 
• Drive and exceed sales goals by leading ALO’s Flow initiatives, while optimizing productivity and efficiency
• Ensure engagement with customers and provide a friendly and easy to shop environment
• Continue to build the client relationship daily with our customers
• In partnership with leadership team, analyze reports to strategize and deliver results; support achieving action plans focusing on deficient areas and highlight growth opportunities
• Ensure effective sales floor coverage through the development of workforce solutions and leading selling initiatives throughout the store as needed
• Knowledge of store goals, company communication, initiatives, new product launches and any additional information required by the Store Leadership Team; educate on guest-facing initiatives on the floor
• Confidently introduces all facets of the ALO business model (Retail, Yoga, Café) through personal testimony and knowledge of all aspects and details
• Leverages company tools, incentives, and strategies to support meeting store goals
• Resolve client needs quickly & effectively ensuring customer satisfaction
• Educates guests and staff on our product, community and culture
• Understand and protect the daily schedule that prioritizes the best business strategy, in partnership with the Store Leadership
• Assists in processing shipment and ensuring product flow including but not limited to visual merchandising placement and daily replenishment excellence
• Ensure all front and back of house procedures are executed in accordance with company Policy & Procedures
• Duties require constant movement in and around the store, including the sales floor and back of house. When not actively assisting guests, this position takes initiative to perform other tasks, as needed, to keep store clean, safe, inviting and operating efficiently. 

Sales Associate Qualifications 

• Preferred 1+ years prior work experience in a client-centric, sales environment
• Passion for customer service and delivering exceptional experiences
• Aligns with and embodies ALO’s Guiding Principles
• Self-motivated with a desire to achieve results and excel individually, and as a team
• Requires constant movement in and around all areas of store
• Ability to lift, push, carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to lift, bend, kneel, climb, crawl and/or twist, and safely climb up/down a ladder
• Ability to stand and move for an entire shift 

Sales Associate Schedule 

Part-Time non-exempt associates are expected to work up to 30 hours per week, based on the needs of the business, for a shift minimum of 4 hours. Full-Time non-exempt associates are expected to have open availability, 7 days a week, between 32 - 40 hours. All employees without exception are expected to be able to work during the company’s Blackout period, from the week of American Thanksgiving (including Black Friday and Thanksgiving weekend) through the end of the holiday season (the 1st week of January). 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, ALO 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. 

JUST SOME OF THE PERKS 

• Generous employee discount for ALO, and free membership to ALO Wellness Club, with access to hundreds of streaming fitness and yoga classes with top instructors
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plan options, and enhanced additional benefits such as free virtual access to mental health providers and new parent support for employees and dependents (Full-Time Employees)
• Monthly Store Incentives
• Clothing Allowance
• Free yoga classes at any of our Sanctuaries (select cities)

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At Compass You Will:

• Manage a portfolio of high-touch customers by serving as their day-to-day contact for questions and issues via phone calls, emails, and in-person meetings

• Promote the adoption of Compass technology and adjacent services by providing customers with 1:1 support, strategic recommendations, and group training sessions

• Provide essential marketing support by answering questions, creating collateral from templates including listing presentations and postcards, and being the liaison to marketing specialists for more complex support requests

• Partner with the Onboarding team on strategy and logistics for welcoming new customers to Compass

• Support ongoing projects such as new office openings, national initiatives, and new Expansion/M&A activity

• Work collaboratively with other team members and departments to champion questions and feedback on behalf of the agent

• Serve as a mentor to Agent Experience Coordinator(s) by being available for questions and managing escalations

What We're Looking For:

• 2-3 years of experience in customer service, training, office management, hospitality, or operations

• Previous experience in real estate a plus

• Previous experience with live or remote training a plus

• Previous experience working with enterprise technology (Zendesk, Salesforce, Confluence) a plus

• Passion for supporting and serving agents trying to grow their businesses

• The ability to establish credibility with key agent decision-makers and influencers

• Great listening skills, connects well with others, and is empathetic of the customer’s pain points

• A passion for creating community within a space; you encourage in-office interaction, bonding and engagement

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, allowing you to adapt and formulate solutions quickly

• Skilled communicator with great interpersonal skills, ability to build and manage relationships

• Meticulous attention to detail, highly organized

• Strong creative writing skills and eye for design

• Ability to work in the office during standard operating hours

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

At Compass You Will:

• Manage a portfolio of high-touch customers by serving as their day-to-day contact for questions and issues via phone calls, emails, and in-person meetings

• Promote the adoption of Compass technology and adjacent services by providing customers with 1:1 support, strategic recommendations, and group training sessions

• Provide essential marketing support by answering questions, creating collateral from templates including listing presentations and postcards, and being the liaison to marketing specialists for more complex support requests

• Partner with the Onboarding team on strategy and logistics for welcoming new customers to Compass

• Support ongoing projects such as new office openings, national initiatives, and new Expansion/M&A activity

• Work collaboratively with other team members and departments to champion questions and feedback on behalf of the agent

• Serve as a mentor to Agent Experience Coordinator(s) by being available for questions and managing escalations

What We're Looking For:

• 2-3 years of experience in customer service, training, office management, hospitality, or operations

• Previous experience in real estate a plus

• Previous experience with live or remote training a plus

• Previous experience working with enterprise technology (Zendesk, Salesforce, Confluence) a plus

• Passion for supporting and serving agents trying to grow their businesses

• The ability to establish credibility with key agent decision-makers and influencers

• Great listening skills, connects well with others, and is empathetic of the customer’s pain points

• A passion for creating community within a space; you encourage in-office interaction, bonding and engagement

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, allowing you to adapt and formulate solutions quickly

• Skilled communicator with great interpersonal skills, ability to build and manage relationships

• Meticulous attention to detail, highly organized

• Strong creative writing skills and eye for design

• Ability to work in the office during standard operating hours

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs