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Sales Associate-Ann Taylor Factory Greenway Station Middleton, Wi

Knitwell Group · Middleton, WI · Part time

Posted Sep 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you made a real connection with a customer or guest. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they create authentic connections, which the posting says is the heart of the role.

Tell me about a time you worked hard to meet a goal with your team.

What they are checking: Whether they contribute to shared sales goals rather than focusing only on themselves.

What does being a brand ambassador mean for you on and off the sales floor?

What they are checking: Whether they see their appearance, attitude and product knowledge as part of representing the brand.

What would you do

A customer needs an outfit for a job interview this week. How would you guide her?

What they are checking: Whether they can ask about the occasion and style a confident, polished look that fits her budget.

A customer finds a stain on the last item in her size. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they know options like checking other stores, online ordering or a damage discount per policy.

How would you suggest a jacket or accessory to a customer who came in for just one item?

What they are checking: Whether they can add to the sale by styling, without making the customer feel pressured.

A customer is upset that an item rings up at a higher price than the sign says. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm, check the pricing and resolve it fairly with a manager if needed.

About the work

Ann Taylor Factory offers polished styles at a value. How would you describe that to a shopper at Greenway Station?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the brand's mix of polish and value and can explain it naturally.

How would you keep a factory store looking organized when markdowns and heavy traffic make it messy fast?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that recovery and sizing order matter even more in a value-focused store.

How would you learn the new arrivals each week so you can talk about them?

What they are checking: Whether they take initiative on product knowledge, which helps them give personal recommendations.

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The full job description

As published by Knitwell Group.

About us Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywhere—from the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between). Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us? About the role As a Sales Associate, you are the ultimate brand ambassador. You create authentic connections with customers and guide their shopping journey by offering personalized styling recommendations. You help keep the store looking beautiful by ensuring merchandise is well-organized and in the right place on the sales floor, ready to impress customers. You'll collaborate with your team to create personalized customer experiences and support our always-inviting environment on the sales floor. The impact you can have In this role, you'll have the opportunity to: • Connect with customers and listen to their needs to create personalized customer experiences. • Share product knowledge and recommendations to help style the customer. • Use brand behaviors and personalized service to drive brand loyalty. • Uphold the highest visual and operational standards while keeping the focus on the customer. • Use technology to stay informed on company priorities and promotions and provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience by utilizing available tools. • Partner with store leaders to achieve individual goals and daily expectations. • Build productive relationships by sharing ideas and being helpful to others. You'll bring to the role • Sales Associate or customer-focused experience (preferred) • Brings a hospitality mindset when engaging with customers • Flexible availability – including evenings, weekends, and holidays • Technology proficient and ability to operate a point-of-sale system • Takes initiative in making thoughtful decisions Benefits • 401(k) plan • Merchandise discounts plus eligibility for discounts at our sister brands • Professional development and opportunities for advancement across our brands • Community impact through our philanthropic partnerships Availability of these benefits is based on employment type, role, and certain eligibility requirements. Job offers will consider factors such as your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Location: Store 2277-Greenway Station-ANN-Middleton, WI 53562 Position Type: Regular/Part time Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.

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