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We are looking for an enthusiastic, fashion-forward salesperson and stylist to join our tight-knit team in the Pearl District. Our main objective? Using our unique and contemporary products to make people feel confident, fabulous, and ready to take on anything.
We are Garnish, a Portland boutique featuring our own line of clothing, accessories, and jewelry which is designed in-house and made locally and sustainably.
We believe:
Confidence begins with the clothing you slip into each day
Personal style is a way of showing your authentic self to the world and we exist to help our customers evolve into the people they want to be
Creativity, collaboration, and a supportive and inclusive environment are hallmarks of a successful business
Responsibilities
Giving customers (of all shapes, sizes, races and ages) a highly personalized experience with thoughtful, careful personal styling recommendations
Creating and building genuine connection with customers while working independently
Meeting and exceeding sales targets and goals for walk-in sales, appointments, and parties
Confidently and consistently reaching out to customers to arrange stylist appointments and tell them about new product
Styling clients in after-hours shopping parties (to include pre and post party duties)
Demonstrating product to showcase features and benefits
Leading, guiding and supporting a team of sales associates
Training new team members on product knowledge, sales techniques and superior customer service skills
Assisting with inventory management, including receiving and stocking merchandise
Handling customer inquiries, returns and complaints in a professional and courteous manner
Maintaining a clean and organized sales floor
Qualifications
4+ years of retail sales experience, preferably in a leadership role and preferably high-end clothing
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and maintain productivity during slower times
Proficiency in point-of-sale software, the internet, social media & Google Docs. (Bonus skills: Mailchimp, Shopify, Quickbooks, Illustrator and Photoshop)
Effective written and oral English language skills
Ability to climb a ladder, stand for extended periods of time, and lift 25-50 pounds occasionally
This is a full time position with 30 - 40 hrs scheduled per week
Must have the availability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, occasional nights (1 - 4 per month for parties), long and short shifts. Holiday availability is required.
Benefits
401K with a 3% company match
Paid time off
Team sales bonuses
Monthly clothing stipend
Employee purchase program and friends and family purchase program
Equal Opportunity:
Garnish is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Garnish makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! Apply today as this position is likely to fill quickly.
