Retail Sales Associate Job

Employer Name: Sylvia's Flowers, Inc.	SpiderID: 2845753
Location: Arlington Heights, Illinois	Date Posted: 8/4/2009
Wage:	Category: Retail/Counter/Merchandising
Job Code:

Job Description:
- Assist walk-in and phone clients with floral and accessory product selection
- Provide outstanding customer service and contribute to sales growth; resolve customer questions and concerns
- Responsible for the daily set up and/or close down of showroom operations
- Occasional design of fresh floral product based on skill and experience level for walk-in customers
- Take an active role in maintaining and developing existing and new client relationships, including following up as applicable to ensure complete satisfaction
- Occasionally oversee order processing operations
- Contribute to the consistent maintenance and refreshment of product merchandising
- Responsible for accurate product pricing and loss prevention

Job Requirements:
- Professional or personal experience in retail floral industry, horticulture, and/or design is preferred
- Computer experience including working knowledge of order entry software and email programs is required
- Proven ability to efficiently and professionally meet client needs
- Strong interpersonal, decision-making and troubleshooting skills
- High level of enthusiasm and self-motivation
- Self-directed and time efficient with thorough follow up skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively

Miscellaneous:

- Flexible work schedule required including weekend and holiday availability
- Peak business periods may require extended work days and work weeks

Job Criteria:
Start Date:
Position Type: Part-Time Permanent
Years of Experience Required: 1
Education Required:
Overnight Travel: None
Vacation Time:

Company Profile:
Sylvia�s Flowers is always looking for the best people for our company and is dedicated to the selection, growth and development of talented individuals from both within and outside of the floral industry. At Sylvia�s Flowers, we accept nothing less than the best in every position. Sylvia�s Flowers is a forward moving and thinking company. The days are never dull and the ideas and energy are always plentiful and exciting.
Currently, we are seeking self motivated, enthusiastic individuals to assist clients with product selection and provide excellent customer service with a great attitude and flexible schedule required. If this sounds like you, tell us a little about yourself. We are looking forward to meeting you!

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Michelle Valentino	Company Type: Employer
Company: Sylvia's Flowers, Inc.	Phone: 847-255-4680
Street: 1316 N Arlington Heights Rd	Fax:
City: Arlington Heights
State: Illinois
Zip: 60004

Web Site: http://www.sfbuds.com