Coach Sales Associate
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–24.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
About Coach
Founded in New York in 1941, Coach is a modern American luxury house celebrated for its leather craftsmanship, effortless style, and optimistic spirit. As an employer, the brand offers a dynamic environment where heritage and innovation meet across design, retail, merchandising, digital, and corporate functions. Coach values creativity, inclusivity, and personal growth, encouraging teams to bring authentic perspectives to a global business with a distinctly New York attitude. Guided by its commitment to quality, self-expression, and responsible progress, Coach provides opportunities for talent to shape meaningful customer experiences while contributing to the continued evolution of an iconic lifestyle brand.
Coach Temporary Sales Associate in Troutdale, Oregon – part-time luxury retail sales role with competitive pay, benefits, and commission opportunity.
Role & Responsibilities
- Represent Coach as a brand ambassador, adhering to the Coach Guide to Style and Service standards
- Build lasting client relationships through personalized styling, product expertise, and fashion advice
- Drive sales through cross-selling, upselling, and tailored product recommendations
- Utilize mobile POS systems, clienteling tools, and social selling platforms to capture customer data and encourage repeat purchases
- Develop and execute personal sales plans to meet or exceed individual and team KPIs
- Source new customers, maintain relationships, and follow up strategically to close sales
- Maintain high energy on the sales floor, manage multiple customers simultaneously, and adapt selling techniques to shifting business needs
- Complete daily operational tasks including cash wrap procedures, inventory processing, replenishment, and visual merchandising while upholding service standards
- Maintain sales floor and stockroom organization and cleanliness; ensure compliance with retail policies, POS procedures, and asset protection protocols
- Process transactions efficiently, including purchases, returns, exchanges, and online order pickups
- Support inventory cycles by receiving shipments, stocking shelves, and managing product movement
- Assist teammates across functional areas as required to support store operations
- Foster a collaborative, trust-based team environment and encourage strong team performance
- Participate in brand initiatives, training programs, and inclusion activities
- Welcome feedback, adapt behaviors and approaches, and maintain a calm and professional demeanor under pressure
Qualifications
- 1+ years of sales experience, with luxury retail background preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge of fashion trends and competitive market landscape
- Proficiency with POS systems and basic computer competency (iPad, laptop, Mobile POS)
- Experience with walkie-talkie systems and ability to interpret price sheets and release documentation
- Strong English language proficiency
- Experience with social media, live-stream shopping, video demonstrations, or clienteling platforms (preferred)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment
- Physical capability to lift regularly up to 25 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs; ability to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom areas
Skills
Experience
1+ years of sales experience; luxury retail background preferred. A combination of relevant education and hands-on retail experience will be considered.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred; combination of education and demonstrated retail sales experience will be considered.
Workplace
This position is based in Troutdale, Oregon, USA, within easy reach of Portland.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 24.25 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), Paid Paternity and Maternity leave, Commuter Benefits, Disability insurance, Tuition assistance
Culture
Coach fosters a creative, inclusive workplace where teams are encouraged to bring authenticity, craftsmanship, and modern optimism to everything they do. As part of a global fashion house with a strong New York heritage, it offers a collaborative environment that values innovation, diversity, and personal growth.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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