At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome—both here and Outside. We value individual differences and are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment where everyone can bring the best of their experience and talents and truly thrive.
Experience the Ultimate Career Adventure at our L.L.Bean Store located at Hanover Crossing! Join the Fun and Explore Today! Celebrate Our Core Values: Outdoor Heritage, Integrity, Service, Respect, Perseverance, and Healthy Living.
Apply Now – We Can’t Wait to Meet You!
The pay for this Sales Associate position is $16.00.
Discover a Team Culture That Values:
Working hard, playing hard, living well: Balance your career with outdoor adventures.
Strong Core Values: Family ownership, rich history, and a commitment to sustainability.
Supportive Environment: Enjoy a positive work atmosphere where teamwork and personal growth are encouraged.
Join Our Team and Enjoy Amazing Benefits!
Flexible schedules: Enjoy the freedom to balance work with your personal life.
Competitive pay: Earn a salary that reflects your skills and experience.
Fun perks & Generous discount: Take advantage of exciting benefits and save on products you love.
As a Sales Guide, you'll be the heartbeat of our outdoor gear/apparel departments, delivering world-class service with a smile. You'll be the face of the L.L.Bean brand, engaging customers, keeping our store in tip-top shape, and fostering a spirit of teamwork. Your role will be ever-changing and exciting, adapting to the needs of the day while showcasing your product knowledge and service expertise. Get ready to make every customer feel like a part of our outdoor-loving community!
Key Responsibilities:
Engage Customers: Approach and assist multiple customers, providing personal and genuine service interactions.
Drive Sales: Convert every customer interaction into a sales opportunity, driving brand loyalty through exceptional service.
Build Relationships: Establish connections with customers, share expertise, and demonstrate a passion for learning and sharing product knowledge.
Advocate for Customers: Listen actively to understand customer needs and solve problems efficiently at the first point of contact.
Leverage Technology: Use POS, customer systems, and mobile devices to provide seamless, fast omni-channel service.
Promote Initiatives: Drive excitement around L.L.Bean sponsored programs, including Outdoor Discovery School and the L.L.Bean Mastercard program.
Maintain Standards: Ensure a well-organized store, uphold visual and merchandising standards, and support store operations processes.
Collaborate: Work as part of a team to achieve results, create a positive work environment, and adapt to changing business needs.
Health and Safety: Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace by following all safety policies and procedures.
Physical Demands:
Required to stand, walk during shift; talk or hear, both in person and by headset; Occasionally ascend or descend ladders, stairs, ramps
Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers; occasionally required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift 1 to 20 pounds
Occasionally move and lift objects up to 40 pounds (utilizing a team lift as needed)
Skills and Qualifications:
Passion for providing world-class customer service.
Friendly and outgoing communication style.
Proficiency with computer systems and the ability to learn new technologies.
Adaptability and openness to change.
Availability to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Genuine passion for the outdoors and participation in outdoor activities.
If you care about the outdoors, joining L.L.Bean is a great way to feel good about what you do. Our benefits package makes a good thing even better, with programs and perks designed to support your health and financial goals. Plus, maintaining a healthy work-life balance and re-charging outside are all part of the plan.
If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you'd be great at this role, we'd love to learn more about you! At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We strive to reflect this every day in our commitments to employees and partners and in our efforts to promote belonging.
Top Skills
What We Do
Welcome to the outside. The official LinkedIn for L.L.Bean. #BeanOutsider
L.L.Bean, Inc. is a leading multi-channel merchant of quality outdoor gear and apparel. Founded in 1912 by Leon Leonwood Bean, the company began as a one-room operation selling a single product, the Maine Hunting Shoe.
While its business has grown substantially, the company remains committed to the same honest principles upon which it was built – a focus on the customer, continuous product improvement and innovation, respect for people, and preservation of the natural environment. The 220,000 sq. ft. Flagship campus of stores in Freeport, Maine is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and welcomes more than three million visitors each year.
L.L.Bean can be found worldwide on http://www.llbean.com/ and in over 160 countries via the catalog and website.
http://www.llbeancareers.com
http://www.llbeanbusiness.com
While exploring job opportunities, we recommend you use caution to prevent against internet, email and telephone scams which have become increasingly prevalent. Some of these scams seek to entice victims to pay money or divulge sensitive personal information via fake interviews, employment applications or even offer letters.
Please keep the following in mind if you are seeking employment with L.L.Bean:
• An L.L.Bean employee will not solicit candidates through a non-L.L.Bean email address or phone number (such as Yahoo, Hotmail or Gmail).
• Positions posted on external sites (such as LinkedIn or Indeed) should also appear on llbeancareers.com, if legitimate.
• L.L.Bean will never ask for personal information early in the interview process (such as your social security number, national insurance number, date of birth, bank account information, or other sensitive personal information). This information is only required after L.L.Bean offers you a job and you accept the position.
[email protected]
• Bank information will not be collected prior to the first day of employment.
