Location: Princeton,NJ, USA
About Banana RepublicBorn from two California creatives fueled by their explorer spirits, Banana Republic has repositioned itself as a premium, experiential lifestyle brand for today's modern world. Designed for a life where anything is possible, we use the finest materials with the latest fabric innovations to create timeless, versatile clothing, jewelry, shoes and handbags. Through our home and art collections, we extend beyond apparel and are a part of our customers' lives at home.We are creating memorable, immersive experiences online and in-store that build lasting relationships and solve our customers' lifestyle needs. Our team is made up of passionate and curious storytellers who are pushing the boundaries to deliver consistent, quality product through an elevated customer experience. Sound interesting? Join us as on the BR journey as we create what's next.About the RoleAs a Brand Associate, you're an integral part of our team and bring our brand to life for our customers. You're responsible for engaging and connecting with our customers by providing excellent customer service resulting in brand loyalty. You're an expert in product and use your knowledge and experience to educate, inform, inspire and wardrobe the customer. Through collaboration with your leadership team, you'll deliver a best-in-class customer experience using an omni-channel approach. .What You'll DoTake inspiration from credible and relevant fashion references, including current style icons and influencers, and translate that inspiration into action by solving customer styling needsConnect and engage with customers authentically to understand their styling needsServe as a Brand storyteller to create experiences that drive sales and achieve store goals, with the customer as the primary focusDemonstrate values and behaviors consistent with our Words to Live ByAssist in creating an inclusive environment where our customers and employees feel a sense of belongingSupport sales floor, fitting room, cash wrap, back of house, as requiredWho You AreStyling experience in luxury fashion and/or strong knowledge of trends and designer brands with the ability to translate that knowledge into solving customer styling needsEffective communicator with experience in creating meaningful connections with customers that build brand loyaltyFlexible and adaptable to work shifts that meet the needs of the business; flexible and/or consistent scheduling may be availableAbility to maneuver around the salesfloor, stockroom, and office and lift up to 30lb, with or without a reasonable accommodationPassionate about hospitality, fashion and stylingComfortable engaging with customersTeam playerChampion of Gap Inc. cultureCurious with a “can do” attitudeGap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.US CandidatesPlease note that effective, June 30, 2022, Gap Inc. will no longer require any of its employees to wear face masks or require proof of COVID vaccination, unless required by local or state/provincial mandates or as part of Gap Inc's quarantine guidelines after being exposed to or testing positive for COVID. Therefore, please disregard any language in any job posting that refers to Gap Inc.'s face mask and proof of vaccination policy as said policy is no longer effective.