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Sales Associate Key, Johnson Creek Premium Outlet

Knitwell Group · Johnson Creek, WI · Part time

Posted Aug 27, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Outlet weekends can be very busy. Tell me about a time you kept a team on track during a rush.

What they are checking: Whether they can lead calmly during high volume, which is common at a premium outlet.

Tell me about a time you helped train or guide a coworker.

What they are checking: Whether they can teach and model good habits, which key holders do for the team.

One of our values is encouraging smart risk-taking. Tell me about an idea you suggested at work.

What they are checking: Whether they offer ideas that help the store, which Talbots says it values.

How do you balance selling with key holder tasks on a busy day?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage time across customers and operations without dropping either.

What would you do

You are the key holder on duty and two customers need help while the line is growing. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can direct the team and set priorities quickly without a manager there.

How would you build relationships with outlet customers you may only see once or twice a year?

What they are checking: Whether they think about making a lasting impression, since Talbots says relationships are key to its business.

Your register is short at the end of the day. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they handle money discrepancies honestly and by procedure, which the integrity value requires.

How do you handle a customer who wants an exception to policy when you are in charge?

What they are checking: Whether they can protect the customer relationship while making a fair, consistent decision.

About the work

As a Sales Associate Key at our Johnson Creek Premium Outlet store, you may open or close. Walk me through how you would close the store.

What they are checking: Whether they know the steps to secure cash, the floor and the building, which key holders are trusted with.

How would you explain Talbots quality and style to an outlet shopper focused on price?

What they are checking: Whether they can show value beyond price, which helps customers buy with confidence.

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The full job description

As published by Knitwell Group.

About us Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life. What We Offer: • Growth! Here at Talbots our goal is to give you the tools to grow beyond this position and into the next. • Incentive Opportunities • Benefits: Comprehensive benefits packages accessible to both full time and eligible part time employees. To learn more, visit our We Care page. • Generous Discount: 50%, 60% & 70% Merchandise Discount off Talbots and Haven Well Within. • Other Perks: Referral Incentive Program, discounts on travel, shopping, concerts and more. What we Value “WE CARE”: • We W in as a team and are dedicated to ensuring and applauding each other’s success. • We E ncourage creativity, innovation and smart risk-taking. • We are C ommitted to building relationships with our customers and associates by knowing, serving, and delighting them. • We A ct with integrity, transparency, candor, and respect. • We R espect, honor and value diversity and are invested in cultivating a dynamic and inclusive culture. • We E mbrace community by bringing positive change to those we live and work in. Who You Are: • Capable of creating a selling culture where all associates align around the needs of our customers. • Possesses a customer-centric mentality and understands the importance of creating exceptional customer experiences. • Driven to create, build and cultivate relationships. • Possesses a strong ambition and passion for achieving goals, both as an individual and as a member of the store team and thrives working in a team environment. • Passionate about selling and seeks organized and thoughtful ways to maximize all traffic that enters the store • Demonstrate excellent verbal communication skills and a high level of integrity. • Able to work cooperatively in a diverse work environment. • Comfortable climbing ladders, moving around regularly, and standing for extended periods of time. • Able to bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry, and move at least 40 lbs. • Possess the technological aptitude to navigate POS/computer/iPad/handheld systems. • Flexible availability based on the needs of the business including evenings, weekends, and holidays. What You'll Do: • Provide an exceptional and meaningful customer service experience that promotes the product and builds brand relationships. • Take an active role in assisting the management team to build store business. • Service multiple customers at a time, multi-task and/or handle projects simultaneously. • Be aware of fashion trends and seek information about all new arrivals, including product knowledge about fit, color, fashion etc. • Use product knowledge and fashion expertise to create outfits for customers and suggest items to match their needs. • Develop and maintain positive working relationships that support a productive work environment. • Proactively communicate store information, brand initiatives, discrepancies, and other pertinent information to management in order to better enhance the customer experience. • Achieve sales and service metrics in key measurable areas. • Maximize individual performance by participating in learning opportunities, accepting direction, coaching and feedback. • Achieve sales and service metrics in key measurable areas including Talbots Classic Awards. • Support all areas of operational excellence, including manage inventory according to policies and procedures including filling orders, recalls, recovery, replenishment, re-tickets etc. • Plan and prioritize tasks and responsibilities to meet the needs of the customer and business. • Responsible for leading/supervising others on occasion and opening the store for business and/or closing the store. • Seek to understand customer needs & wants with curiosity and confidence through intentional conversation. Note: This position description is intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. It is not intended to be inclusive of all duties and responsibilities and is subject to change. Location: Store 04107 Johnson Creek Premium Outlet-Johnson Creek,WI 53038 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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