Store Associate (2008036)

Guided by our founders, Patricia Miller and Barbara Bradley Baekgaard, Vera Bradley has earned a reputation as a leader in the gift industry. Creating stylish quilted cotton luggage, handbags and accessories, the company combines smart product designs with distinctive and colorful fabrics and trims. For over twenty years, Vera Bradley has had a loyal following of customers who not only look forward to our lovely new fabrics and styles that are introduced each season, but who also appreciate the function and quality that is synonymous with our name. Located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Vera Bradley continues to remain steadfast in our commitment to excellent quality, exclusive designs and dependable customer service. If you have a passion for working in an exciting, fast-paced environment with a family-focused, community-minded company, then your future could be in the bag with Vera Bradley!DescriptionFunction:  Provide excellent customer service and maximize sales by assisting in the daily operation of retail store. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:(Note: Other duties may be assigned) Provide customer assistance by answering questions about products Process sales transactions utilizing POS system Assist in preparation of merchandise displays Maintain a clean, organized, customer friendly environment Comply with store policies and procedures Accurately receive and stock product Maintain organization of stock room Qualifications & Experience: High School graduate preferred Japanese fluency a plus Prior retail experience preferred Professional appearance Effective sales skills Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills Strong team player Proactive with ability to quickly adapt to change Experience with retail POS system a plus Submitting a resume online at a job site could cause valuable screening information to be missed.Please apply directly at: http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/jobs/submit.cfm?fuseaction=dspjob&jobid=176223&company_id=15857&jobboardid=24We are an Equal Opportunity Employer