Location: 2501 Wabash Avenue Springfield, Illinois 62704Employee Type: Regular We offer a creative and friendly environment with plenty of opportunity for advancement. Who We Are Our inclusive brand reflects our people and commitment to the world. We want you to be part of delivering unique, free-spirited fashion and lifestyle products & create a space to amplify the voices of everyone seeking self-expression. What You'll Do As a part-time Sales Lead, you will support leading and motivating our boutique associates to create an engaging guest experience and in turn, drive results. You will also have responsibility for operational processes including opening and closing the boutique. This position is a great way to gain leadership experience and grow your retail skills including: Assisting the leadership team in driving business results by maximizing daily sales plans, improving metrics through sales floor leadership, and providing feedback to the Boutique Team. Supporting and reinforcing a selling culture that focuses on building a confident and engaged team that is motivated to provide unwavering dedication to our guests. Planning, delegating, and following up on expected tasks, assignments and activities while maintaining our guest as our top priority. Using effective communication skills to act as a liaison between the Boutique Team Leader, Assistant Team Leader, and the Boutique Team. Supporting and enforcing company policies and procedures in a fair and consistent manner. Problem solving; proactively, creatively, and sometimes independently. What You'll Get A flexible schedule Growth and advancement opportunities A generous team member discount Opportunity to participate in our 401(K) Plan Paid Parental Leave This opportunity offers a starting wage of $16.50 per hour. Position Requirements Preferred experience in a specialty retail store Able to plan and execute tasks efficiently and independently Flexible and adaptable Ability to multi-task and balance multiple priorities Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the boutique while includes, nights, weekends, and holidays Physical Requirements Ability to effectively maneuver around sales floor and stockroom, repetitive bending, prolonged standing, twisting, stooping, squatting and climbing Must be able to work independently Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 lbs We are continually sourcing and attracting top talent. We consistently seek candidates for current and future consideration. If you believe your skills, experience, and passion would be a great fit for francesca’s, we encourage you to apply today. francesca’s® is an equal opportunity employer. francesca's® understands that it is our team members that contribute to our growth and we invite you to help us continue in our success!