Temporary Retail Sales Associate
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
New York, United States0–2 yrs3h agovia LinkedIn
Posted 14 Nov 2026, 01:00 ET
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- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years
- Must know
- SalesOperationsMarketing
- Work
- On-site in New York
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Sales89%Marketing43%Operations21%of 53 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
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- Nov 14, 2026 · still open
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Company: Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
About the Role
This is a temporary position needed until on or about January 20, 2027.
Compensation: $30.50 per hour
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Retail Operations Manager, responsibilities include:
- Warmly greeting and ensuring each customer receives outstanding service by providing a friendly environment.
- Maintaining solid product knowledge of designer brands and high-end materials/fabrics.
- Maintaining awareness of all marketing initiatives and events.
- Assisting in processing and replenishing merchandise and monitoring floor stock.
- Assisting in completing price changes within the department.
- Ringing up sales at the register.
- Assisting in floor moves, merchandising, and displays.
- Participating in inventory and cycle counts.
- Ensuring overall cleanliness of the retail space and reporting maintenance requests.
- Performing any other tasks as assigned.
Requirements & Tech Stack
Previous experience with a point of sale system is an asset.
Qualifications
- Strong interest in high-end fashion and products is a must.
- Previous experience in luxury clothing retail is an asset.
- Proven ability in suggestive sales is an asset.
- Ability to communicate with customers and associates.
- Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation.
- Ability to work varied hours/days, including weekends and holidays as needed.
Physical Aspects of Position
- Constant standing and walking throughout shift.
- Move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store (up to 25lbs), which entails lifting, kneeling, bending, pushing, pulling, and performing all functions as set forth above.