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Sales Support Associate II

Tapestry · Oakbrook, IL · $15.00–$21.75 an hour · Part time

Posted Aug 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you noticed something was wrong with inventory or a transaction and spoke up.

What they are checking: Integrity and attention to detail around loss prevention and accuracy.

How would you help support the store's social media or local brand presence?

What they are checking: Comfort acting as a brand ambassador beyond the register, which the posting mentions.

Tell me about a time you made a customer's day during a quick interaction.

What they are checking: Whether they can leave a lasting impression even in short checkout moments.

How do you handle doing repetitive tasks like tagging and folding without letting quality slip?

What they are checking: Consistency and pride in behind-the-scenes work that keeps the store running.

What would you do

Walk me through how you handle a busy line at the cash wrap while keeping each client feeling welcomed.

What they are checking: Ability to keep transactions fast and accurate while still delivering the warm service Coach expects.

A client at the register is upset because a promotion didn't apply. What do you do?

What they are checking: Ability to stay calm, look into it fairly and resolve or escalate without arguing.

The sales floor looks messy during a rush. How do you decide what to fix first?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize the client-facing areas that most affect the shopping experience.

About the work

Tell me about your experience running a POS and handling cash. How do you keep your drawer accurate?

What they are checking: Accuracy and care with transactions and cash, which this role owns at the register.

How would you process a shipment from the truck to the sales floor so it's accurate?

What they are checking: Whether they understand receiving, counting, tagging and stocking as steps where mistakes hurt inventory.

What makes a stockroom well organized, and how would you keep it that way?

What they are checking: Whether they think about how stockroom organization lets sales associates find products fast for clients.

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The full job description

As published by Tapestry.

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last—for you to be yourself in. Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio – a global house of brands committed to stretching what’s possible. A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry's commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity. The Sales Support Associate role is an integral part of the store’s overall success and efficiency; demanding direct attention to our brand commitment when servicing our customers. Leaving a lasting impression on our customers through friendly, efficient interactions at our cash wrap and a well-maintained sales floor. Accurate and effective work, supporting the flow of product from the moment of receipt through the point of sale is essential to this role. Key responsibilities • Welcome clients with warmth and professionalism; anticipate needs and provide personalized assistance. • Serve as a brand ambassador internally and in the local market; support social media engagement. • Operate POS accurately, maintain cash wrap organization, and handle cash/media in compliance with policy. • Suggest add-on products, promote gift cards, and capture customer information where permitted. • Receive, process, and organize shipments and transfers; report discrepancies and maintain stockroom cleanliness. • Manage stock levels, replenish sales floor, and execute visual merchandising updates. • Support sales floor activities, respond to customer requests confidently, and partner with team or management as needed. • Maintain housekeeping standards and adhere to Loss Prevention guidelines. Requirements • 1+ of previous retail experience (cashier/stock experience, sales etc.), preferably in a luxury retail service environment. A combination of education and experience will be considered • Possesses current knowledge of fashion trends and competition in the marketplace. • Knowledge of cash register systems, basic computer skills (including the ability to use iPad/laptop, Mobile POS and Internet), utilize walkie talkie, understand and read price and product release sheets. • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent communication and customer service skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Strong English language proficiency. (for EU) Schedule: Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet business needs—including nights, weekends, peak busy season, and high-traffic retail days (including, but not limited to, public holidays). Note: This document serves only as a sample of job duties and responsibilities and does not include an exhaustive list of all performance requirements. Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly (up to 50 lbs, occasionally), to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom. Our Competencies for All Employees Courage : Doesn’t hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary. Creativity : Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings. Customer Focus : Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Dealing with Ambiguity : Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn’t upset when things are up in the air; doesn’t have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. Drive for Results : Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results. Interpersonal Savvy : Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably. Learning on the Fly : Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything. Our Competencies for All People Managers Strategic Agility : Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is future oriented; can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods; can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans. Developing Direct Reports and Others : Provides challenging and stretching tasks and assignments; holds frequent development discussions; is aware of each person's career goals; constructs compelling development plans and executes them; pushes people to accept developmental moves; will take on those who need help and further development; cooperates with the developmental system in the organization; is a people builder. Building Effective Teams : Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in their team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team. Coach. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant’s or employee’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Tapestry, Inc. will provide applicants and employees with reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Tapestry People Services at 1-855-566-9264 or employeerelations@tapestry.com Visit Tapestry, Inc . Base Pay Range $15.00-$21.75 Tapestry will comply with minimum wage requirements and any other applicable pay laws based on city, county, and state regulations. Here are some of the benefits that we offer: Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401 (K), Paid Paternity and Maternity leave, Commuter Benefits, Disability insurance and Tuition assistance. Please click here for a complete list of U.S Corporate Compensation & Benefits.

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