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Founded in 2008 by Los Angeles native Jeff Abrams, Rails has grown from a small label - started with just a single hat - into a full collection of women’s and men’s apparel. Sold at top international retailers and worn by a loyal following of celebrities and tastemakers, the brand has come to define a new classic heritage and relaxed sensibility. Rails is sold in 30 countries by more than 1000 retailers, including its own flagship stores in New York, San Francisco, Newport Beach, Paris, London and Amsterdam.

Summary:

This individual is fashion obsessed and client and brand centric with all efforts. With the goal of supporting client needs through styling efforts, this individual is a passionate brand ambassador who is responsible for promoting brand engagement with clients, partners and within their city. This role will act as a representative of Rails in the daily business operations of the store and support all store initiatives set out by management including superior client engagement, store upkeep, operational support, ensuring visual standards while driving for sales results and KPI goals.

The Keyholder reports to the Store Manager.

Responsibilities:

Performance:

• Support floor coverage, financial targets, visual merchandising standards, client service, and operational functions within the store both front of house and back of house are achieved
• Be a support to execute business plans to accelerate the business forward and remedy opportunities
• Culture: Be an ambassador to the brand and promote the culture of Rails internally and externally
• Ensure store atmosphere upholds the image of the brand

Client Centric:

• Support the acquisition and retention of clients are key focuses and as such create and cultivate client relationships for the store and brand overall
• Be sure that you and your teams deliver the best possible client experience with every type of engagement (in store, virtual, alternate mediums)
• Follow through on customer journey as required to ensure a content client
• Support the needs of the client through styling advice and suggestion with every engagement
• Solution oriented approach to finding resolutions to customer service issues

Marketing & Community:

• In partnership with Store Management Team, bring to life activations/ events in the store that seek client acquisition and focus on client retention/ development

Team Leadership:

• In alignment with Store Management continually coach, motivate, train and develop internal teams so they achieve performance goals and are set up for success with growth opportunities within the organization
• Support a positive work environment with teams and throughout store network including cross functional partners
• Support performance management initiatives with store teams
• Attend and participate at store meetings as required by the business
• Ability to manage and resolve conflict in the workplace

Visuals:

• Support the image of the store and ensure that is in line with corporate standards and store team is upholding these standards

Operations:

• Support inventory functions as set out by Store Management including receipts, reconciliations and transfers
• Protect all company assets including cash handling, inventory, expenses etc.
• Support Client Consignment business, ensuring a quick turnaround, strong take rate, and timely return of merchandise
• Support omnichannel functions, including Order-in-Store, Ship-from-Store, Pickup-in-Store, Reserve-in-Store, with a focus on achieving Omni-specific KPIs
• Provide support to ensure that all processes are compliant with legal, safety, and internal procedures
• Partner with cross functional partners including Stores within network, Operations, Visual Team, CRM, Retail Training, HR, Merchandise teams, Regional management as necessary
• Additional projects/ responsibilities may arise in accordance with the needs of the business

Requirements:

• At least 1+ years of experience in a keyholder position preferred
• Fashion enthusiasts and retail experience within women’s and men’s apparel preferred
• Ability to effectively create, manage and adhere to deadlines
• Familiar with key retail performance indicators
• Adaptable, a sense of openness, active listener, and compassionate
• Advanced organizational skills, writing and communication skills
• Expertise in Microsoft Office 365 Suite
• Comfortable and savvy with computer technology, including PC and iOS devices
• Travel approximately 10% of the time
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to lift 25+ lbs.

Rails is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and building a diverse workplace in all its forms and considers candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome and consider all qualified applicants.

WHY WORK FOR VERSACE

Our stores fully embody the spirit of Versace: Italian heritage, fearlessly Luxury forward, iconic design and a family first culture where we believe in the empowerment, motivation and growth of all employees.

Founded in 1978, Versace is one of the leading global fashion design houses. Versace designs, manufactures and distributes fashion and lifestyle products including haute couture, women and men RTW, accessories and fragrances.

WHO YOU ARE

Our contributors at Versace are stylish, fashionable and elevated individuals who have a drive to achieve results and a passion for customer engagement. Success starts with being an entrepreneur- by acting as a strong brand representative in the community you will grow your business through client relationship management and events. We encourage an innovative workplace to strategically drive the business by being solution oriented.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Senior Sales Associate will join our team reporting to the General Manager. You will be a Brand Ambassador by providing an exceptional client experience, embracing and promoting our Retail Excellence Program with our clients and staff alike.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet & exceed sales goal targets (daily, monthly, yearly)

• Meet & exceed targets for client data capture

• Create & foster genuine client relationships that will result in hitting and exceeding core KPIs: sales, UPT, ATV

• Maintain client relationships through after sales service: not limited to but to include thank you notes, follow up phone calls, follow through of product repair or maintenance

• Support the team in generating new client relationships while maintaining those that are existing

• Support the business through maintenance of daily operations such as, but not limited to, opening & closing the registers, visual maintenance, inventory tasks

• Set the example of operation excellence by following policies & procedures, while elevating the standards through usage of the proper tools & equipment

• Support the business by maintaining seamless inventory operations throughout the day

• Open and close consignments

• Process returns and exchanges

• Ability to communicate effectively & build strong partnerships with clients, peers, and management

• Develop business driving initiatives, contests and events

• Support the sales team through various coaching & training techniques

YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE

• Previous experience of at least 3 years in the Retail environment

• Organizational skills, accuracy and reliability

• Computer skills to include operation of retail point of sale system, Word, Excel and email

WE’D LOVE TO SEE

• Full understanding of specialty retail and a proven track record in clientelling

• Ability to thrive in a high paced retail environment.

• Ability to multi-task with ease while maintaining a balance of daily responsibilities

• A powerful personality that is entrepreneurial and sales focused

OUR DIVERSITY VALUE

At Versace, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Versace is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

Founded in 2008 by Los Angeles native Jeff Abrams, Rails has grown from a small label - started with just a single hat - into a full collection of women’s and men’s apparel. Sold at top international retailers and worn by a loyal following of celebrities and tastemakers, the brand has come to define a new classic heritage and relaxed sensibility. Rails is sold in 30 countries by more than 1000 retailers, including its own flagship stores in New York, San Francisco, Newport Beach, Paris, London and Amsterdam.

Summary:

This individual is fashion obsessed and client and brand centric with all efforts. With the goal of supporting client needs through styling efforts, this individual is a passionate brand ambassador who is responsible for promoting brand engagement with clients, partners and within their city. This role will act as a representative of Rails in the daily business operations of the store and support all store initiatives set out by management including superior client engagement, store upkeep, operational support, ensuring visual standards while driving for sales results and KPI goals.

The Keyholder/Sales Associate reports to the Store Manager

Responsibilities:

Performance:

• Support floor coverage, financial targets, visual merchandising standards, client service, and operational functions within the store both front of house and back of house are achieved
• Be a support to execute business plans to accelerate the business forward and remedy opportunities
• Culture: Be an ambassador to the brand and promote the culture of Rails internally and externally
• Ensure store atmosphere upholds the image of the brand

Client Centric:

• Support the acquisition and retention of clients are key focuses and as such create and cultivate client relationships for the store and brand overall
• Be sure that you and your teams deliver the best possible client experience with every type of engagement (in store, virtual, alternate mediums)
• Follow through on customer journey as required to ensure a content client
• Support the needs of the client through styling advice and suggestion with every engagement
• Solution oriented approach to finding resolutions to customer service issues

Marketing & Community:

• In partnership with Store Management Team, bring to life activations/ events in the store that seek client acquisition and focus on client retention/ development

Team Leadership:

• In alignment with Store Management continually coach, motivate, train and develop internal teams so they achieve performance goals and are set up for success with growth opportunities within the organization
• Support a positive work environment with teams and throughout store network including cross functional partners
• Support performance management initiatives with store teams
• Attend and participate at store meetings as required by the business
• Ability to manage and resolve conflict in the workplace

Visuals:

• Support the image of the store and ensure that is in line with corporate standards and store team is upholding these standards

Operations:

• Support inventory functions as set out by Store Management including receipts, reconciliations and transfers
• Protect all company assets including cash handling, inventory, expenses etc.
• Support Client Consignment business, ensuring a quick turnaround, strong take rate, and timely return of merchandise
• Support omnichannel functions, including Order-in-Store, Ship-from-Store, Pickup-in-Store, Reserve-in-Store, with a focus on achieving Omni-specific KPIs
• Provide support to ensure that all processes are compliant with legal, safety, and internal procedures
• Partner with cross functional partners including Stores within network, Operations, Visual Team, CRM, Retail Training, HR, Merchandise teams, Regional management as necessary
• Additional projects/ responsibilities may arise in accordance with the needs of the business

Requirements:

• At least 1+ years of experience in a keyholder position preferred
• Fashion enthusiasts and retail experience within women’s and men’s apparel preferred
• Ability to effectively create, manage and adhere to deadlines
• Familiar with key retail performance indicators
• Adaptable, a sense of openness, active listener, and compassionate
• Advanced organizational skills, writing and communication skills
• Expertise in Microsoft Office 365 Suite
• Comfortable and savvy with computer technology, including PC and iOS devices
• Travel approximately 10% of the time
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to lift 25+ lbs.

Rails is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and building a diverse workplace in all its forms and considers candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome and consider all qualified applicants.

Founded in 2008 by Los Angeles native Jeff Abrams, Rails has grown from a small label - started with just a single hat - into a full collection of women’s and men’s apparel. Sold at top international retailers and worn by a loyal following of celebrities and tastemakers, the brand has come to define a new classic heritage and relaxed sensibility. Rails is sold in 30 countries by more than 1000 retailers, including its own flagship stores in New York, San Francisco, Newport Beach, Paris, London and Amsterdam.

Summary:

The role of the Assistant Store Manager is to support the Store Manager by leading the store team to meet and exceed all sales and operational goals and ensure KPI’s are achieved. In addition, this fashion inclined individual is a passionate brand ambassador who is responsible for promoting brand engagement with clients and partners within their city. This managerial role will act as a key functional support leader in the daily business operations of the store, including training and supervising employees, managing inventory levels and driving for results.

The Assistant Store Manager reports to the Store Manager

Responsibilities:

Strategic:

• Ensure floor coverage, financial targets, visual merchandising standards, client service, and operational functions within the store both front of house and back of house are achieved
• Support the execution of business plans to accelerate the business forward and remedy opportunities

Culture:

• Be an ambassador to the brand and promote the culture of Rails internally and externally
• Ensure store atmosphere upholds the image of the brand

Client Centric:

• Ensure acquisition and retention of clients are key focuses and as such create and cultivate client relationships for the store and brand overall
• Be sure that you and your teams deliver the best possible client experience with every type of engagement (in store, virtual, alternate mediums)
• Solution oriented approach to finding resolutions to customer service issues

Marketing & Community:

• Create and bring to life activations/ events in the store that seek client acquisition and focus on client retention/ development
• Build a local network of tastemakers, stylists, marketing, business partners who have an impact on local that will promote brand and build client loyalty and retention

Team Leadership:

• Support a positive work environment with teams and throughout store network including cross functional partners
• Attract, retain talent from outside of the store
• Continually coach, motivate, train and develop internal teams so they achieve performance goals and are set up for success with growth opportunities within the organization
• Support performance management initiatives with store teams
• Attend and lead store meetings as required by the business (Store Level and Corporate)
• Ensure that work schedules are aligned with store goals
• Ability to manage and resolve conflict in the workplace

Visuals:

• Ensure the image of the store is in line with corporate standards and store team is upholding these standards
• Support VM of the store is completed in accordance with VM guidelines

Operations:

• Ensure all inventory initiatives are completed including receiving, return to warehouse, transfers, regular cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and processing are completed in accordance to company guidelines as required
• Ensure the completion of merchandise receipts and transfer requests
• Protect all company assets including cash handling, inventory, expenses etc.
• Manage Client Consignment business, ensuring a quick turnaround, strong take rate, and timely return of merchandise
• Support omnichannel functions, including Order-in-Store, Ship-from-Store, Pickup-in-Store, Reserve-in-Store, with a focus on achieving Omni-specific KPIs
• Ensure that all the processes are being completed in compliance with legal, safety, and internal procedures
• Partner with cross functional partners as necessary including Stores within network, Operations, Visual Team, CRM, Retail Training, HR, Merchandise teams, Regional management to maintain and accelerate the business forward
• Additional projects/ responsibilities may arise in accordance with the needs of the business

Requirements:

• At least 2+ years of experience in a retail managerial position
• Fashion enthusiasts and retail experience within women’s and men’s apparel preferred
• Ability to effectively create, manage and adhere to deadlines
• Familiar with key retail performance indicators
• Adaptable, a sense of openness, active listener, and compassionate
• Advanced organizational skills, writing and communication skills
• Expertise in Microsoft Office 365 Suite
• Comfortable and savvy with computer technology, including PC and iOS devices
• Travel approximately 10% of the time
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to lift 25+ lbs.

Rails is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and building a diverse workplace in all its forms and considers candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome and consider all qualified applicants.

POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT (defines the major functions/purpose of the position)

The Key Holder supports store management and their store team by delivering sales plans through effective execution of sales and operational tasks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consistently achieves or exceeds monthly sales and KPI goals

• Actively develops new clients by finding new ways to enhance and develop business

• Maintains client book (CRM) to standard and generates sales by appointments, consignment and daily correspondence and follow up with clients

• Effectively captures client data for connecting with clients and building relationships

• Completes outreach to connect with clients on a regular basis

• Demonstrates strong product knowledge and keeps updated on new St. John product, marketplace and fashion trends

• Upholds all brand values and relationship values

• Communicates and successfully promotes St. John promotional programs, marketing tools and events aimed at increasing business

• Follows through and accomplishes multiple projects and store priorities in a timely manner

• Demonstrates high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, peers, and management team

• Demonstrates proper etiquette when communicating (i.e. in-person, phone, e-mail, and written communication) and communicates effectively to develop and maintain professional relationships with co-workers and clients

• Acts as the manager on duty when scheduled, to support all business functions

• Ensures accuracy of all POS procedures

• Understands and performs all POS functions accurately, professionally and within Company guidelines

• Opens and closes the store - performing all tasks to Company standard and compliance

• Resolves client issues and requests in an efficient manner and with a sense of urgency

• Takes on appropriate partnerships with Store and Field Management and other corporate partners as needed

• Maintain store, lunchroom, stockroom and bathroom to Company standard and compliance standards

• Demonstrates high level of quality in work, attendance and appearance

• Actively contributes to non-selling activities and loss prevention initiatives

• Actively participates in Monthly Touch Bases

• Attends all required Store Meetings

• Maintains standards of store cleanliness and organization

• Assists in execution and maintenance of visual merchandising standards consistent with the Company brand standards and directives

• Assist in preparation, coordination and ensuring complete and accurate physical inventory per Company guidelines

• Assists in execution and maintenance of visual merchandising standards consistent with the Company brand standards and directives

• Assists to ensure accuracy of Company in store promotions and merchandise markdowns

• Assists in maintaining efficient and accurate inventory control processes and back room operations to include stockroom organization and completing shipping/receiving

• Assists in maintaining compliance to all Company Policies & Procedures

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, peers and management

• Demonstrates high level of quality work, attendance and appearance

• Adheres to all Company Policies & Procedures and Safety Regulations

Adheres to local, state and federal laws

• Additional responsibilities assigned by supervisor related to your position/department

• Less than 20% travel may be required as necessary

• Ability to be flexible and willing to work extended hours when necessary

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

• Interacts with all levels throughout organization including customers, employees and outside vendors

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following are the minimum qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

COMPETENCIES:

• Leadership

• Motivator

• Results Orientated

• Communication

• Client Focus

• Teamwork

• Optimistic

• Honest and Integrity

• Professionalism

• Adaptability

• Embraces Change

• Solutions orientated

• Thoroughness

• Organization

Education/Experience:

• 2 - 5 years retail sales experience

• Luxury experience preferred

• Exemplary selling and clienteling skills

• Computer skills: Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook and POS systems

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Standing, walking and squatting the majority of the works shift

• Ability to climb ladders or stairs (depending upon store design)

• Required to carry garments and packaging up to 40 pounds

Moderate: Mostly standing, walking, bending, frequent lifting

WORK ENVIRONMENT: In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.

Majority of shift requires client interaction

• Ability to work varied hours: nights, days and weekends to support the business needs

St. John reserves the right at any time, with or without notice, to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities within your general skill set or capabilities.

POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT (defines the major functions/purpose of the position)

The Selling Supervisor (Sales Manager) supports the Store Manager and the store team through effective execution of sales plans and assists with operational management tasks while being responsible for their own personal sales goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists Store Manager with developing and implementing a strategic plan to achieve store business goals

• Responsible for meeting or exceeding personal sales and KPI goals

• Actively develops new clients by finding new ways to enhance and develop business and maintains existing clients

• Maintains client book (CRM) to standard and generates sales by utilizing the client book through appointments, consignment and daily correspondence and follow up with clients

• Effectively captures client data for connecting with clients and building relationships

• Completes outreach to connect with clients on a regular basis

• Demonstrates strong product knowledge and keeps updated on new St. John product, marketplace and fashion trends

• Upholds all brand values and relationship values

• Communicates and successfully promotes St. John promotional programs, marketing tools and events aimed at increasing business

• Follows through and accomplishes multiple projects and store priorities in a timely manner as needed

• Acts as ‘Manager on Duty’ when Store Manager is out of the store or unavailable and is confident managing all aspects of the business

• Demonstrates high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, and peers

• Demonstrates proper etiquette when communicating with internal and external clients (i.e. in-person, phone, e-mail, and written communication)

• Acts as the manager on duty when scheduled, to support all business functions

• Communicates effectively and develops and maintains professional relationships internally and externally

• Effectively teaches, demonstrates and assists to ensure staff is trained in product knowledge, clienteling and relationship selling skills

• Creates and maintains positive employee relations by helping lead a professional store team

• Communicates with Store Manager by providing feedback of any employee relations matter

• Coaches and motivates the sales team as needed

• Assists to ensure all store staff complies with all POS procedures

• Understands and performs all POS functions accurately, professionally and within Company compliance

• Opens and closes the store - performing all tasks to Company standard and compliance

• Resolves client issues and requests in an efficient, resourceful and quick manner

• Demonstrates high level of quality in work, attendance, and appearance

• Solves problems/issues methodically and with a sense of urgency

• Takes on appropriate partnerships with Store and Field Management, Human Resources and other corporate partners as needed

• Maintain store, lunchroom, stockroom and bathroom to Company standard and compliance standards

• Demonstrates high level of quality in work, attendance and appearance

• Actively contributes to non-selling activities and loss prevention initiatives

• Actively participates in Monthly Touch Bases

• Attends all required Store Meetings

• Maintains standards of store cleanliness and organization

• Assists in execution and maintenance of visual merchandising standards consistent with the Company brand standards and directives

Assist in preparation and coordination of complete and accurate physical inventory per Company guidelines

• Assists in execution and maintenance of visual merchandising standards consistent with the Company brand standards and directives

• Assists to ensure accuracy of Company in store promotions and merchandise markdowns

• Assists in maintaining efficient and accurate inventory control processes and back room operations to include stockroom organization and completing shipping/receiving

• Ensures accuracy of all POS procedures and conducts training of POS System to staff

• Has a strong knowledge of the alteration process and fitting a client for alterations

• Opens and closes the store performing all tasks to Company standard

• Supports in the preparation and facilitation of required Store Meetings as needed

• Maintains standards of cleanliness and organization

• Maintain store and helps ensure staff safety component

• Assists in maintaining compliance to all Company Policies & Procedures

• Adhere to Timekeeping procedures

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, peers and management

• Demonstrates high level of quality work, attendance and appearance

• Adheres to all Company Policies & Procedures and Safety Regulations

• Adheres to local, state and federal laws

• Additional responsibilities assigned by supervisor related to your position/department

• Less than 20% travel may be required as necessary

• Ability to be flexible and willing to work extended hours when necessary

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

• Interacts with all levels throughout organization including customers, employees and outside vendors

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following are the minimum qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

COMPETENCIES:

• Leadership

• Motivator

• Results Orientated

• Communication

• Client Focus

• Teamwork

• Optimistic

• Honest and Integrity

• Professionalism

• Adaptability

• Embraces Change

• Solutions orientated

• Thoroughness

• Organization

Education/Experience:

• 2 - 5 years retail sales experience

• Luxury experience preferred

• Management experience preferred

• Exemplary selling and clienteling skills

• Good computer skills: Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook and POS systems

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Standing, walking and squatting the majority of the works shift

• Ability to climb ladders or stairs (depending upon store design)

• Required to carry garments and packaging up to 40 pounds

(Check the box that applies by double clicking on the box.) Sedentary: Limited activity, no lifting, limited walking Moderate: Mostly standing, walking, bending, frequent lifting Light: Office work, some lifting, bending, stooping or kneeling, walking Arduous: Heavy lifting, bending, crawling, climbing

WORK ENVIRONMENT: In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.

• Majority of shift requires client interaction

• Ability to work varied hours: nights, days and weekends to support the business needs

St. John reserves the right at any time, with or without notice, to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities within your general skill set or capabilities.

Over the past decade, Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar has grown from a two-man dream in a garage to over 6000sq ft of showroom, media creation, and vintage instrument dedicated restoration space in the heart of Seattle's Fremont neighborhood. We're proud to be one of the world's leading used and vintage instrument retailers, and a Pacific Northwest destination for instrument repair.

We hire individuals who are passionate and engaged, with the goal of pushing the boundaries of what's expected of an instrument retailer and repair shop, with a strong focus on engagement and expertise. Curation is central to what we do, and we want to hire people that represent a diverse music landscape, sharing our deep appreciation for rare, vintage instruments and unique modern gear alike.

Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar is looking to hire an individual with experience in retail sales, conducted both in our showroom spaces and across e-commerce platforms. This role requires a high degree of detail orientation, a working knowledge of a variety of gear applicable to Guitar Bar's inventory, and the ability to reorganize priorities quickly and efficiently. We work hard, play hard, and value someone who has great autonomy but also can engage easily with our various departments.

Applications from those who have been traditionally underrepresented in the music industry are strongly encouraged. We strive for our staff to be representative of a diverse and vibrant community that includes multiple identities, perspectives and influences.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients
• Drive sales through expert product knowledge and engagement
• Maintain high visual merchandising standards and cleanliness of showrooms and shared spaces
• Meet or exceed individual and team sales goals
• Support inventory management and product organization
• Handle point-of-sale processes efficiently and accurately
• Guide customers through the service intake process
• Guide customers through consignment, trade-in, and purchasing processes

Qualifications

• Minimum 3yrs applicable retail sales experience
• Vintage gear knowledge consistent with Guitar Bar's breadth/depth of inventory
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and presentation
• Ability to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships
• Fluency with Google sheets and retail POS systems

You must be able to stand on your feet for an eight hour shift in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. The ability to navigate and switch gears while maintaining priorities is necessary.

Hours

This is a full-time position conducted during shop hours Tuesday-Saturday, 10:30-6:30.

Benefits

We provide a competitive health plan option for our employees, paid time off, a retirement matching plan, employee discounts, and regular team events. If you want to work with a dynamic crew, please reach out today!

Founded in 2008 by Los Angeles native Jeff Abrams, Rails has grown from a small label - started with just a single hat - into a full collection of women’s and men’s apparel. Sold at top international retailers and worn by a loyal following of celebrities and tastemakers, the brand has come to define a new classic heritage and relaxed sensibility. Rails is sold in 30 countries by more than 1000 retailers, including its own flagship stores in New York, San Francisco, Newport Beach, Paris, London and Amsterdam.

Summary:

This individual is fashion obsessed and client and brand centric with all efforts. With the goal of supporting client needs through styling efforts, this individual is a passionate brand ambassador who is responsible for promoting brand engagement with clients, partners and within their city. This role will act as a representative of Rails in the daily business operations of the store and support all store initiatives set out by management including superior client engagement, store upkeep, operational support, ensuring visual standards while driving for sales results and KPI goals.

The Keyholder reports to the Store Manager.

Responsibilities:

Performance:

• Support floor coverage, financial targets, visual merchandising standards, client service, and operational functions within the store both front of house and back of house are achieved
• Be a support to execute business plans to accelerate the business forward and remedy opportunities
• Culture: Be an ambassador to the brand and promote the culture of Rails internally and externally
• Ensure store atmosphere upholds the image of the brand

Client Centric:

• Support the acquisition and retention of clients are key focuses and as such create and cultivate client relationships for the store and brand overall
• Be sure that you and your teams deliver the best possible client experience with every type of engagement (in store, virtual, alternate mediums)
• Follow through on customer journey as required to ensure a content client
• Support the needs of the client through styling advice and suggestion with every engagement
• Solution oriented approach to finding resolutions to customer service issues

Marketing & Community:

• In partnership with Store Management Team, bring to life activations/ events in the store that seek client acquisition and focus on client retention/ development

Team Leadership:

• In alignment with Store Management continually coach, motivate, train and develop internal teams so they achieve performance goals and are set up for success with growth opportunities within the organization
• Support a positive work environment with teams and throughout store network including cross functional partners
• Support performance management initiatives with store teams
• Attend and participate at store meetings as required by the business
• Ability to manage and resolve conflict in the workplace

Visuals:

• Support the image of the store and ensure that is in line with corporate standards and store team is upholding these standards

Operations:

• Support inventory functions as set out by Store Management including receipts, reconciliations and transfers
• Protect all company assets including cash handling, inventory, expenses etc.
• Support Client Consignment business, ensuring a quick turnaround, strong take rate, and timely return of merchandise
• Support omnichannel functions, including Order-in-Store, Ship-from-Store, Pickup-in-Store, Reserve-in-Store, with a focus on achieving Omni-specific KPIs
• Provide support to ensure that all processes are compliant with legal, safety, and internal procedures
• Partner with cross functional partners including Stores within network, Operations, Visual Team, CRM, Retail Training, HR, Merchandise teams, Regional management as necessary
• Additional projects/ responsibilities may arise in accordance with the needs of the business

Requirements:

• At least 1+ years of experience in a keyholder position preferred
• Fashion enthusiasts and retail experience within women’s and men’s apparel preferred
• Ability to effectively create, manage and adhere to deadlines
• Familiar with key retail performance indicators
• Adaptable, a sense of openness, active listener, and compassionate
• Advanced organizational skills, writing and communication skills
• Expertise in Microsoft Office 365 Suite
• Comfortable and savvy with computer technology, including PC and iOS devices
• Travel approximately 10% of the time
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to lift 25+ lbs.

Rails is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and building a diverse workplace in all its forms and considers candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome and consider all qualified applicants.

WHY WORK FOR VERSACE

Our stores fully embody the spirit of Versace: Italian heritage, fearlessly Luxury forward, iconic design and a family first culture where we believe in the empowerment, motivation and growth of all employees.

Founded in 1978, Versace is one of the leading global fashion design houses. Versace designs, manufactures and distributes fashion and lifestyle products including haute couture, women and men RTW, accessories and fragrances.

WHO YOU ARE

Our contributors at Versace are stylish, fashionable and elevated individuals who have a drive to achieve results and a passion for customer engagement. Success starts with being an entrepreneur- by acting as a strong brand representative in the community you will grow your business through client relationship management and events. We encourage an innovative workplace to strategically drive the business by being solution oriented.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Senior Sales Associate will join our team reporting to the General Manager. You will be a Brand Ambassador by providing an exceptional client experience, embracing and promoting our Retail Excellence Program with our clients and staff alike.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet & exceed sales goal targets (daily, monthly, yearly)

• Meet & exceed targets for client data capture

• Create & foster genuine client relationships that will result in hitting and exceeding core KPIs: sales, UPT, ATV

• Maintain client relationships through after sales service: not limited to but to include thank you notes, follow up phone calls, follow through of product repair or maintenance

• Support the team in generating new client relationships while maintaining those that are existing

• Support the business through maintenance of daily operations such as, but not limited to, opening & closing the registers, visual maintenance, inventory tasks

• Set the example of operation excellence by following policies & procedures, while elevating the standards through usage of the proper tools & equipment

• Support the business by maintaining seamless inventory operations throughout the day

• Open and close consignments

• Process returns and exchanges

• Ability to communicate effectively & build strong partnerships with clients, peers, and management

• Develop business driving initiatives, contests and events

• Support the sales team through various coaching & training techniques

YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE

• Previous experience of at least 3 years in the Retail environment

• Organizational skills, accuracy and reliability

• Computer skills to include operation of retail point of sale system, Word, Excel and email

WE’D LOVE TO SEE

• Full understanding of specialty retail and a proven track record in clientelling

• Ability to thrive in a high paced retail environment.

• Ability to multi-task with ease while maintaining a balance of daily responsibilities

• A powerful personality that is entrepreneurial and sales focused

OUR DIVERSITY VALUE

At Versace, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Versace is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

Founded in 2008 by Los Angeles native Jeff Abrams, Rails has grown from a small label - started with just a single hat - into a full collection of women’s and men’s apparel. Sold at top international retailers and worn by a loyal following of celebrities and tastemakers, the brand has come to define a new classic heritage and relaxed sensibility. Rails is sold in 30 countries by more than 1000 retailers, including its own flagship stores in New York, San Francisco, Newport Beach, Paris, London and Amsterdam.

Summary:

This individual is fashion obsessed and client and brand centric with all efforts. With the goal of supporting client needs through styling efforts, this individual is a passionate brand ambassador who is responsible for promoting brand engagement with clients, partners and within their city. This role will act as a representative of Rails in the daily business operations of the store and support all store initiatives set out by management including superior client engagement, store upkeep, operational support, ensuring visual standards while driving for sales results and KPI goals.

The Keyholder/Sales Associate reports to the Store Manager

Responsibilities:

Performance:

• Support floor coverage, financial targets, visual merchandising standards, client service, and operational functions within the store both front of house and back of house are achieved
• Be a support to execute business plans to accelerate the business forward and remedy opportunities
• Culture: Be an ambassador to the brand and promote the culture of Rails internally and externally
• Ensure store atmosphere upholds the image of the brand

Client Centric:

• Support the acquisition and retention of clients are key focuses and as such create and cultivate client relationships for the store and brand overall
• Be sure that you and your teams deliver the best possible client experience with every type of engagement (in store, virtual, alternate mediums)
• Follow through on customer journey as required to ensure a content client
• Support the needs of the client through styling advice and suggestion with every engagement
• Solution oriented approach to finding resolutions to customer service issues

Marketing & Community:

• In partnership with Store Management Team, bring to life activations/ events in the store that seek client acquisition and focus on client retention/ development

Team Leadership:

• In alignment with Store Management continually coach, motivate, train and develop internal teams so they achieve performance goals and are set up for success with growth opportunities within the organization
• Support a positive work environment with teams and throughout store network including cross functional partners
• Support performance management initiatives with store teams
• Attend and participate at store meetings as required by the business
• Ability to manage and resolve conflict in the workplace

Visuals:

• Support the image of the store and ensure that is in line with corporate standards and store team is upholding these standards

Operations:

• Support inventory functions as set out by Store Management including receipts, reconciliations and transfers
• Protect all company assets including cash handling, inventory, expenses etc.
• Support Client Consignment business, ensuring a quick turnaround, strong take rate, and timely return of merchandise
• Support omnichannel functions, including Order-in-Store, Ship-from-Store, Pickup-in-Store, Reserve-in-Store, with a focus on achieving Omni-specific KPIs
• Provide support to ensure that all processes are compliant with legal, safety, and internal procedures
• Partner with cross functional partners including Stores within network, Operations, Visual Team, CRM, Retail Training, HR, Merchandise teams, Regional management as necessary
• Additional projects/ responsibilities may arise in accordance with the needs of the business

Requirements:

• At least 1+ years of experience in a keyholder position preferred
• Fashion enthusiasts and retail experience within women’s and men’s apparel preferred
• Ability to effectively create, manage and adhere to deadlines
• Familiar with key retail performance indicators
• Adaptable, a sense of openness, active listener, and compassionate
• Advanced organizational skills, writing and communication skills
• Expertise in Microsoft Office 365 Suite
• Comfortable and savvy with computer technology, including PC and iOS devices
• Travel approximately 10% of the time
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to lift 25+ lbs.

Rails is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and building a diverse workplace in all its forms and considers candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome and consider all qualified applicants.