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Express Sales roles span store-level positions in styling, clienteling, and team leadership across a national retail footprint. The company has sponsored work authorization for Sales candidates, including pathways relevant to F-1 students and longer-term permanent residence routes for qualified professionals.
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About PHOENIX
PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com.
About Express
Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions, Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you.
The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app.
Responsibilities
Express is seeking a Retail Sales Associate to join our team.
The Sales Associate is responsible for providing a great in-store shopping experience for our retail customers while assisting with additional tasks such as stocking, cleaning, folding merchandise, etc.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain a clean and organized sales floor, checkout, fitting room, and stock room to ensure the store is safe and inviting to customers.
- Follow company policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all our associates and customers.
- Assist with product launch changes according to company SOP.
- Provide a Great Customer Experience.
- Deliver on all aspects of the customer experience model.
- Process transactions quickly and accurately reducing the customers wait time.
- Positively resolve customer service-related issues as they arise and determine resolution or escalate further – communicate all issues and resolutions to Store Management.
- Drive credit and loyalty member programs by explaining benefits and encouraging customers to participate.
- Other essential functions may occur as directed by your supervisor.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Education: High School or Equivalent
- Years of Experience: 0-2 of relevant job experience - minimum 6 months
- Proficient in use of technology (iPad, registers)
- Meets defined availability criteria, including nights, weekends and non-business hours
- Meets physical requirements
Critical Skills & Attributes
- Previous retail experience preferred
- Customer service skills and ability to interact with customers
- Strong verbal and written communication skills specifically with customers, sales leadership team and associates
- Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
PHOENIX offers a range of benefits to help protect full-time associate’s health and long-term financial security including:
- Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match
- Merchandise discount
- Paid Time Off
- Parental leave for new moms and dads
For part-time associates, PHOENIX is partnering with LIG Solutions to help associates obtain individual insurance coverage that best fits their needs and budget, including major medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, life Insurance and more.
Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health emergency leave and to participate in the 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match.
Part-time associates are also eligible to receive an Express merchandise discount, participate in our Learn & Earn incentive program, and choose voluntary benefits through YouDecide.
Actual compensation offered is dependent upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, work location, education, relevant skills and experience of the candidate.
If you would like to know more about the California Consumer Privacy Act click here.
An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
INTRODUCTION
About PHOENIX
PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com.
About Express
Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions, Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you.
The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app.
Responsibilities
Express is seeking a Retail Sales Associate to join our team.
The Sales Associate is responsible for providing a great in-store shopping experience for our retail customers while assisting with additional tasks such as stocking, cleaning, folding merchandise, etc.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain a clean and organized sales floor, checkout, fitting room, and stock room to ensure the store is safe and inviting to customers.
- Follow company policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all our associates and customers.
- Assist with product launch changes according to company SOP.
- Provide a Great Customer Experience.
- Deliver on all aspects of the customer experience model.
- Process transactions quickly and accurately reducing the customers wait time.
- Positively resolve customer service-related issues as they arise and determine resolution or escalate further – communicate all issues and resolutions to Store Management.
- Drive credit and loyalty member programs by explaining benefits and encouraging customers to participate.
- Other essential functions may occur as directed by your supervisor.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Education: High School or Equivalent
- Years of Experience: 0-2 of relevant job experience - minimum 6 months
- Proficient in use of technology (iPad, registers)
- Meets defined availability criteria, including nights, weekends and non-business hours
- Meets physical requirements
Critical Skills & Attributes
- Previous retail experience preferred
- Customer service skills and ability to interact with customers
- Strong verbal and written communication skills specifically with customers, sales leadership team and associates
- Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
PHOENIX offers a range of benefits to help protect full-time associate’s health and long-term financial security including:
- Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match
- Merchandise discount
- Paid Time Off
- Parental leave for new moms and dads
For part-time associates, PHOENIX is partnering with LIG Solutions to help associates obtain individual insurance coverage that best fits their needs and budget, including major medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, life Insurance and more.
Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health emergency leave and to participate in the 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match.
Part-time associates are also eligible to receive an Express merchandise discount, participate in our Learn & Earn incentive program, and choose voluntary benefits through YouDecide.
Actual compensation offered is dependent upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, work location, education, relevant skills and experience of the candidate.
If you would like to know more about the California Consumer Privacy Act click here.
An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Sales Jobs at Express Jobs
Tailor Your Resume to Retail Sales Language
EXPRESS hiring teams look for client-facing metrics: conversion rates, units per transaction, and styling consultations. Frame your experience in those terms before applying, not after. Generic sales resumes get filtered out early in retail applicant tracking systems.
Target Stores in High-Volume Markets First
EXPRESS district and flagship locations in major metros like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago carry larger headcounts and more active hiring cycles. Applying to those locations improves your odds of finding a manager with sponsorship experience on their team.
Confirm OPT Authorization Before Your Start Date
If you're on F-1 OPT, your Employment Authorization Document must be valid before your first day. Retail onboarding moves fast at EXPRESS, and E-Verify confirmation is required. A gap between your offer date and EAD validity can delay or cancel your start.
Ask Directly About PERM Timelines During Offer Negotiations
EB-2 and EB-3 permanent residence routes require PERM labor certification through DOL, which can take one to two years before an I-140 petition is even filed. Clarify early whether the role qualifies and whether EXPRESS has initiated this process for Sales employees before.
Use Migrate Mate to Filter EXPRESS Sales Openings by Visa Type
Not every EXPRESS Sales posting is open to sponsored candidates. Use Migrate Mate to filter active openings by visa type so you're only spending time on roles where your authorization status is already a fit, not discovering the mismatch at the offer stage.
Document Any Leadership or Keyholder Experience Clearly
EXPRESS Sales roles with sponsorship history often skew toward assistant manager and keyholder positions rather than entry-level associate roles. If you've held scheduling, opening, or inventory responsibilities, list those explicitly. They signal the seniority level more likely to support a sponsored hire.
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Find Sales at Express JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Express sponsor H-1B visas for Sales roles?
Express's documented sponsorship activity for Sales positions has centered on F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and permanent residence pathways like EB-2 and EB-3, rather than H-1B. H-1B sponsorship in retail Sales is uncommon across the industry because most Sales roles don't meet the specialty occupation standard USCIS requires for H-1B eligibility. If permanent residence sponsorship is your goal, the EB-3 route is the more realistic path to explore with Express.
How do I apply for Sales jobs at Express?
Applications go through the Express careers portal, where you can filter by role type and location. For sponsored candidates, Migrate Mate lets you browse Express Sales openings filtered by visa compatibility, so you can focus on positions where your work authorization is already a realistic fit before investing time in the application process.
Which visa types are commonly used for Sales roles at Express?
The visa types with the strongest track record for Express Sales positions are F-1 OPT and F-1 CPT for students and recent graduates, and EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card pathways for candidates pursuing permanent residence. F-1 OPT is the most accessible entry point for international students, provided your field of study connects to a retail or business function and your EAD is valid before your start date.
What qualifications does Express expect for sponsored Sales candidates?
For store-level Sales roles, Express typically looks for direct client-facing experience, comfort with styling and product knowledge, and for senior positions, demonstrated leadership such as keyholder or shift supervisor responsibilities. Sponsored hires at the permanent residence level tend to require more tenure and a management track record. A degree in business, marketing, fashion merchandising, or a related field strengthens an application, particularly for EB-2 eligibility.
How do I navigate the timeline between a job offer and visa filing at Express?
If you're on F-1 OPT, your EAD needs to be valid before your start date, and E-Verify confirmation happens within the first few days of employment. For EB-3 permanent residence, the PERM labor certification process through DOL typically takes one to two years before an I-140 is filed with USCIS. Clarify the sponsorship timeline with the hiring team before signing an offer so you understand what Express is committing to and when.
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