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Position Title: TemporaryPatternmaker

Reporting to Title: Head of Design Studio & Atelier Operations

Summary: The Temporary Pattern Maker supports the Design and Product Development teams by translating creative concepts into precise, production-ready digital patterns. This role is responsible for ensuring the designer’s vision is accurately interpreted and executed through expert pattern-making techniques and collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate combines technical skill with an eye for detail, ensuring each sample reflects the intended fit, proportion, and design integrity.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and create patterns utilizing Design team’s sketches as guides
• Provide feedback and suggest alternatives to ensure sketch can be translated into a pattern
• Ensure the overall vision and design details are interpreted correctly and realistically in samples
• Creates and develops digital patterns to support design and product development processes
• Advise sewers on necessary steps and techniques to create the sample accurately
• Inspect finished samples to ensure pattern accuracy, advise on changes

Position requirements:

• 8+ years of experience in patternmaking in high end, designer runway brands
• Proficiency in digital pattern making is required
• Tailoring experience required
• Excellent draping and/or flat patternmaking skills
• Strong fabric knowledge
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work well in a high-pressure environment
• Working knowledge of Gerber technology

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V

In compliance with the New York City salary transparency requirements, the potential salary for this position is from $65 to $70 per hour, which represents a range commensurate with experience, knowledge, and skills required.

Simkhai is searching for a Retail Stock Associate. This position is responsible for receiving, organizing, and replenishing merchandise on the sales floor and in the stockroom. This position supports daily store operations by managing inventory flow, maintaining stockroom organization, and ensuring operational procedures are followed. Must be comfortable engaging with customers, responding to inquiries, and supporting the sales team on the floor when required.

Key Responsibilities:

Stock & Inventory

• Receive, unpack, and process incoming and outgoing shipments
• Stock shelves, racks, and displays according to company standards
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and assist with cycle counts and audits
• Identify and report damaged, missing, or incorrect merchandise
• Ensure proper pricing, tagging, and product placement

Operations

• Support daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures
• Follow operational guidelines for inventory control and loss prevention
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized stockroom and sales floor
• Assist with visual merchandising resets and store layout changes
• Operate inventory systems, handheld scanners, and point-of-sale tools as needed
• Support omni-channel operations such as online order fulfillment or consignments
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and procedures

Team & Store Support

• Collaborate with management and sales teams to meet store goals
• Assist sales associates with shipping consignments and client sales
• Assist on the sales floor during peak hours or coverage gaps when needed
• Communicate inventory or operational issues promptly
• Answer incoming store phone calls from time to time when needed

Qualifications:

• Must have High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Must have ability to lift and move merchandise (up to 40–50 lbs); Physical work including standing, lifting, bending and walking
• Must have strong organizational and operational skills
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively
• Must have prior retail, stock, or operations experience

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401(k), and PTO. Additionally, employees receive a generous clothing allowance and a 50% employee discount.

About Us:

SIMKHAI designs for the elevated everyday, blending innovative techniques with timeless craftsmanship. Founded in 2010 by designer Jonathan Simkhai, the brand draws inspiration from architecture and sculpture, combining progressive construction with intimate hand-detailing. A 2015 recipient of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, SIMKHAI is recognized for its original silhouettes, quality construction, and timeless elegance. Based in Los Angeles, the studio continues to cultivate a creative community around the brand, sharing its designs with women who live artful, unapologetic lives.

Join the team shaping women’s collections for Scotch & Soda, the Amsterdam-born contemporary brand known for its eclectic styling, thoughtful detailing, and globally inspired perspective. We are seeking a creatively driven Associate Women’s Sportswear Designer with a strong focus on woven categories to contribute to product with international reach and a distinctive point of view.

Reporting to the Design Director, you will play a hands-on role in developing seasonal woven collections — from concept and fabric direction through final production approval. This role centers on elevated woven tops, dresses, skirts, and tailored separates, with an emphasis on construction, fabrication, and detail-driven design.

You will collaborate cross-functionally with Technical Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and global production partners to ensure each collection reflects the brand’s creative DNA while delivering commercial impact. This position offers meaningful exposure to the full design lifecycle within a fast-paced, internationally connected environment.

The ideal candidate brings strong woven construction knowledge, fabric expertise, and a passion for contemporary womenswear, with an appreciation for the layered, expressive aesthetic that defines Scotch & Soda.

Key Responsibilities

· Contribute to the development of seasonal collections with a strong focus on woven categories, including blouses, dresses, skirts, tailored separates, and lightweight outerwear. · Translate creative direction into production-ready CADs, detailed tech packs, and woven specification packages, ensuring clarity across construction, fabrication, and finishing details. · Partner with the Design Director to support silhouette development, proportion refinement, and woven category expansion, balancing structure and fluidity within the collection. · Conduct and lead woven fabric research, identifying elevated cottons, poplins, twills, weaves,

printed yardage, specialty trims, and wash techniques that drive seasonal product direction. · Collaborate closely with Technical Design during fit sessions and construction reviews to ensure precision in seam finishes, closures, drape, and overall garment integrity. · Work cross-functionally with Sourcing and Production to validate fabric feasibility, costing, and development timelines across global vendors. · Support the evolution of seasonal color stories, print concepts, and fabric narratives that align with Scotch & Soda’s contemporary aesthetic. · Maintain organized seasonal documentation and digital archives, ensuring smooth workflow from proto through final production. · Manage multiple woven categories within the seasonal calendar, balancing creative exploration with commercial execution. · Leverage advanced AI-driven design tools, including Straight Lines AI, to support concept development, category exploration, and workflow optimization. Mamiye Brothers is an early adopter and industry pioneer in integrating AI into the fashion design process, using technology to enhance creativity, accelerate development, and drive innovation responsibly.

Qualifications & Skills

· Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design · 3–5 years of professional apparel design experience, with strong emphasis in woven categories · Strong understanding of woven construction, fit, fabrication, and garment finishing techniques · Experience developing detailed, production-ready tech packs for woven garments · Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; working knowledge of Microsoft Excel · Experience with PLM systems · Familiarity or interest in leveraging AI-driven creative tools within the design process is a plus · Strong organizational and communication skills · Ability to thrive in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment

Why Mamiye Brothers

· Innovation leadership. Mamiye Brothers is an early pioneer in integrating AI technology — including Straight Lines AI — into the fashion design process, empowering our teams to work smarter, faster, and more creatively. · Global brand exposure. Contribute to internationally recognized brands with strong retail presence and global distribution. · Creative ownership. Be part of a design team where your ideas move from concept to production and directly impact seasonal collections. · Growth opportunity. Join a fast-growing organization that recognizes strong contributors and provides clear paths for professional advancement. · Comprehensive benefits. Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

· Hybrid flexibility. A balanced work model that supports in-office collaboration while offering remote flexibility. · Collaborative culture. Work within a creative studio environment built on mutual respect, craftsmanship, and shared passion for product excellence.

About Mamiye Brothers Mamiye Brothers is a premier New York-based apparel company with over 70 years of industry expertise, specializing in the design, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing of some of the most recognized brands in women's, children's, and infant clothing. Built on a foundation of excellence, integrity, quality, and innovation, Mamiye Brothers is home to a diverse portfolio of brands including C&C California, Hurley, Habitual, Kensie Jeans, Wallflower, Off-White, Scotch & Soda, Little Me, Kissy Kissy, and more. Headquartered in Midtown Manhattan, we are committed to delivering best-in-class product and service across every segment we serve. To learn more, please visit us at: The Brand: Scotch & Soda is an Amsterdam-based international lifestyle brand known for its bold, creative aesthetic and distinctly eclectic point of view. The women's line is distributed in the U.S. through Mamiye Brothers — a New York-based apparel company with over 70 years of expertise in bringing the world's most desirable brands to market. To learn more, please visit:

YOU MUST BE PHYSICALLY LOCATED IN NEW YORK CITY IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE

THE BRANDS

ABOUT CARAA

We are a New York City-based sport bag and accessory company founded in 2015 by CFDA award-winning designer Carmen Chen Wu and Aaron Luo to re-imagine handbags for modern life. With backgrounds in design and global supply chain, Carmen and Aaron merged their respective expertise in form and function to create Car + aa.

Our ethos is simple: to create well-made, versatile, and smart designs that can transition from street to fitness studio, business meeting to dinner, and everywhere in between. The result is the perfect set of hybrid accessories that strike balance between fashion, craftsmanship, and functionalities.

ABOUT MERCADO FAMOUS

Created by 2 serial entrepreneurs in digital commerce and the founders of Caraa, Mercado Famous is sharing the best-kept secrets of Spain with the whole world.

Mercado Famous offers the best quality meat from ecological farms that have been using natural ingredients and humane practices on the Iberian Peninsula for decades. With our backgrounds in sourcing and supply chains, we are able to procure Spain’s best pasture-raised charcuterie at prices that make it an everyday luxury.

Launched in 2022, we have been featured by Bon Appetit, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and the Quality Edit within the first 3 months of the launch, featuring our premium quality and unique taste. Our goal is to change the narrative around Spanish charcuterie. Through accessible pricing, we aspire to introduce to the American consumer to a product that has been historically inaccessible for the masses in a modern, non-apologetic and democratic way.

We bring together a multi-talented team that thinks outside the box, and value diversity and inclusion. We welcome driven and smart individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply for this position.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As the operations and customer services associate, you will be a key member of our core team and work closely with our Co-Founders and manage all aspects of operational processes including customer service, warehouse management, inventory management, shipping and logistics. This will take approximately 80% of your daily scope and responsibilities.

In addition to Caraa, you will also be taking on an array of operational responsibilities of a second brand managed under the same management umbrella called Mercado Famous, founded in 2022 with the mission of bringing the best of Spanish charcuterie for the American consumers. This will take approximately 20% of your daily scope and responsibilities.

Both companies offer a unique opportunity with ample room for growth to learn a wide array of aspects at a unicorn non-venture backed direct to consumer brand.

This role is full-time and located in New York City.

Salary range: offer set based on candidate experience and seniority

You will need to have a minimum of 1-3 years of customer services and operational experience working with an ecommerce, fashion, retail or CPG brand.

REQUIREMENTS

What you'll do

Customer Service

• Maintain the highest level of product knowledge and expertise. Help customers navigate through the shopping, product selection, and sales journey
• Manage interactions across multiple channels including email, text, phone, and social media.

Operations

• Manage all warehouse related processes including domestic and international logistics, inventory management, return processing, order entry, showroom samples, and more.
• Lead ongoing digital sample sales and bi-annual activations including in person sample sales.
• Lead day-to-day wholesale account needs including PO fulfillment, RTVs, invoicing.
• Lead day-to-day shipping and fulfillment management of eCommerce and dropship orders.
• On-going management of shipping and logistics costs.
• Lead and management all in office fulfillments.

Special projects

• Support company CEO and Cofounder in special partnerships and marketing initiatives.

Who you are

• Have at least 1-3 years of customer service, operations, logistics experience from an eCommerce, Fashion or CPG brand
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Drive Suites
• Exceptional writing and communication skills
• Highly organized with ability to collaborate, self-prioritize, and ask for help when needed
• Are passionate about Caraa and Mercado, our ethos, and our products
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced and ever-changing startup environment
• Desire to learn and take on new challenges
• Desired but not required: experience with Adobe suite

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Drive Suites
• Proficiency in navigating social media channels including Facebook, Tik Tok, and Instagram
• Exceptional writing and communication skills

Desired Skills

• 1-3 years of operations experience in eCommerce, Fashion, Retail or CPG brands
• Familiarity with Shopify
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud suite

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary compensation based on market rate and seniority
• We do not offer health benefits at this moment
• Opportunity to sample products from our collection
• Discounts to all Caraa and Mercado Famous products
• Invitation to exclusive CARAA and Mercado Famous social outings & sales events

Global Brand Creative Production Coordinator

3–6 month contract

Start date: ASAP

We are seeking a Global Brand Creative Production Coordinator to provide central administrative and logistical support for a global brand creative production team. This role guides creative productions from initial planning through final delivery, supporting the Head of Production and Creative Producers with scheduling, documentation, contracts, budget tracking, and team communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Scheduling & Planning: Create, update, and distribute production and workback schedules, timelines, and calendars. Coordinate meetings, track daily progress, and proactively update teams on changes.
• Paperwork & Documentation: Manage contracts, Master Services Agreements, Scopes of Work, vendor onboarding, insurance and documentation, and payroll-related production paperwork.
• Budget Management: Track production expenses, process invoices, and partner with Operations to support overall budget management and reporting for the Head of Production and Creative Producers.
• Resource Management: Source and onboard new vendors, schedule capabilities meetings with production and agency partners, and support evaluation of new creative and production partners.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Serve as a key point of contact on production status for creative and production teams, as well as brand marketing, channel teams, photo studios, and other internal stakeholders.
• Asset Management: Work with Operations to support end-to-end asset management—from capture and ingest through final delivery. Help manage workflow from raw assets to final files and use brand creative platforms to share works-in-progress and final deliverables.

Requirements

• 2–3 years of experience in production coordination, creative operations, or a closely related role.
• Experience supporting video, photo, or integrated brand campaigns across pre-production, production, and post-production phases.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholders simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional organizational skills: Able to juggle multiple tasks, details, and deadlines with consistency and reliability.
• Strong communication: Clear, concise written and verbal communication for effective collaboration with diverse teams and external partners.
• Problem-solving mindset: Able to anticipate issues, respond to last-minute changes, and quickly resolve unexpected challenges (e.g., location issues, equipment changes, schedule shifts).
• High attention to detail: Meticulous approach to contracts, schedules, budgets, and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Technical proficiency: Comfort with cloud-based tools and project management software (e.g., Airtable, Workfront), as well as Microsoft Office (including PowerPoint) or similar productivity suites.
• Industry knowledge: Solid understanding of the video production lifecycle—pre-production, production, and post-production—and the needs of each discipline involved.

Location: New York 

Reports To: Production Manager / VP of Production and Sourcing 

Department: Production and Sourcing 

Duration: 10 weeks (June 15 – August 31, 2026) 

Schedule: 32 hours/week (9am–5pm, Monday–Thursday) 

Job Overview 

The Production Intern will support the Production & Sourcing team during our peak production season. This is a hands-on role providing exposure to global apparel manufacturing, vendor management, and supply chain operations at a fast-growing sportswear brand. The ideal candidate will gain practical experience in production coordination, quality assurance, and cross-functional collaboration while contributing to critical production deadlines. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Assist Production team with purchase order tracking, WIP updates, and production status reporting. 
• Communicate daily with internal and external partners regarding sample development, production timelines, and delivery information. 
• Support real-time coordination of strike-off and samples, requiring detailed documentation. 
• Coordinate proto and fit sample arrivals, ensuring accurate documenting.  
• Assist with incoming and outgoing parcels and check in production samples as they are delivered 
• Help with sample measuring.  
• Help organize and maintain the production fit area and sample closet. 
• Maintain and organize costing records and style information documentation when needed. 
• Support HTS code assignments and compliance documentation for customs and country of origin requirements.  
• Assist with creating and formatting Excel charts, linesheets, and production reports.  
• Assist Studio Manager and Production Coordinator in arranging shipments to factories 
• Prepare and communicate agendas for cross-functional team meetings and attend as needed. 
• Perform other duties as required to support production team during peak season. 

Who You Are 

• Undergraduate Junior or Senior or graduate with a degree in: Fashion Design, Management, Production, or Technical Design. 
• Available Monday – Thursday 9-5.  
• Extremely detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities and ability to manage multiple priorities. 
• Proactive and self-motivated with ability to work independently and take initiative 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable working with international partners across time zones 
• Genuine interest in sportswear, fashion, or apparel manufacturing industry 
• Positive attitude, self- starter.  
• Prior internship or work experience in fashion, retail, or operations is a plus but not required 

Compensation 

$20/hour 

This position is based in New York and requires in-office attendance Monday through Thursday.  

Company Overview:

Apparel that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity. Designed to be of the time and for the time, LifeWear is made with such modern elegance that it becomes the building blocks of each individual’s style. A perfect shirt that is always being made more perfect. The simplest design hiding the most thoughtful and modern details. The best in fit and fabric made to be affordable and accessible to all. LifeWear is clothing that is constantly being innovated, bringing more warmth, better design, and better comfort to people’s lives.

Position Overview:

The Affiliate & Display Manager is responsible for managing UNIQLO USA’s performance marketing across affiliate channels and programmatic display platforms. This role plays a key part in driving customer acquisition, nurturing publisher relationships, optimizing spend efficiency, and ensuring alignment with brand and business objectives. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and grow UNIQLO’s affiliate marketing program across content, loyalty, influencer, and technology partners.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with top-performing affiliate partners and networks (e.g., Rakuten, etc.).
• Oversee day-to-day operations of affiliate campaigns, including offer approvals, creative asset management, tracking QA, and partner communication.
• Develop a strategic roadmap to scale high-performing partners and explore new affiliate opportunities for incremental growth.
• Own programmatic display campaign setup, trafficking, and performance optimization via DSPs.
• Collaborate with paid search, social, and site teams to ensure cohesive customer journeys and consistent messaging.
• Monitor KPIs including ROAS, CPA, revenue contribution, click-through rates, and viewability to inform optimization decisions.
• Conduct competitive benchmarking and partner-level incrementality testing to inform investment decisions.
• Partner with Analytics and Finance to validate performance, set forecasts, and support monthly reporting needs.
• Ensure all campaigns follow compliance and brand guidelines, including data privacy regulations.

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of experience managing affiliate programs and/or programmatic display campaigns. Experience with Rakuten Linkshare, Partnerize, and/or Commission Junction is a plus
• Experience working with affiliate networks, attribution tools, and DSP platforms.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel, Google Analytics, and Looker Studio.
• Familiarity with affiliate partner types (e.g., content, loyalty, influencer, subnetwork) and associated strategies.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills, both internally and externally.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.
• Passion for retail and e-commerce, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Experience working in or with fast-paced, cross-functional marketing teams preferred

Salary: $119,000 - $133,000 annually*

*The offered salary or salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills and expertise, and location of the position.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, UNIQLO USA does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We are not currently accepting resumes or correspondence from external recruiting resources (agencies) at this time. Thank you for your understanding.

Job Summary

As an ECommerce Specialist, you will create and implement strategies that make online transactions possible while supporting our growing e-commerce business for Chair King Backyard Store and Fortunoff Backyard Store. The ECommerce specialist reports to the Sr. ECommerce Specialist supporting the Ecommerce business and the overall digital experience strategy. This highly collaborative role will work closely with several internal and external teams.

The position is responsible for cataloging all products for online sale efforts through defined guidelines, efficient use of content management systems and adherence to productivity benchmarks. The ideal candidate will be an out of the box thinker with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Site Operations and Production:
• Category management, including creating new products, adjusting collections within FROG and BigCommerce.
• Coordinate with Buyers on content aggregation and classification into our catalog.
• Ensure product is accurately classified based upon company taxonomy.
• Create product and image titles/descriptions with SEO guideline adherence.
• Coordinate with the Studio Production team to request necessary photo shoots for catalog implementation.
• Incorporate value added content into each product where applicable/relevant: warranty information (tag eligible products within SureBright Warranty), care instructions, feature/benefits. Add meta descriptions to products by using AI Copywriter.
• Create parent SKUs with variant options.
• Website troubleshoot and management, working with internal and external partners as needed.
• Meet all deadlines associated with accurate content creation and maintenance.
• Site Conversion Rate Optimization:
• Collaborate on web changes and development updates for websites based on current business prioritization.
• Understand basic user experience in order to test web changes and development updates.
• Visual Merchandising:
• Support promotional events with product "tagging" to enable accurate display and navigation throughout the website.
• Boost products for sales events within SearchSpring.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and data driven.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2-3 years in an e-commerce environment.
• Basic HTML experience helpful.

Since 1986, our mission has been simple. We design and build heirloom quality products while holding true to our commitment to use earth-friendly materials and to give back whenever possible.

The Assistant Product Developer reports to a Product Developer and is tasked with assisting in all components of the product development process for assigned categories. The Assistant Product Developer will be working cross functionally with senior management, store operations, marketing, planning, sourcing, and merchandising to introduce new products into the Arhaus assortment. This individual will also be responsible for delivering on-trend, brand-right product that delivers against our business and product strategy.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work with vendors to gather and compile product info across the assigned category and input this information into Marketing Docs, Product Information System and Assortment plans.
• Sample Purchase Order management followed by management of Sample Trackers for the assigned category monitoring each sample from a vendor to Arhaus warehouse, informing Product Development team of any changes in the tracker.
• Work closely with the web team to ensure that product is launched in a timely manner and is accurately represented on the Arhaus website.
• Assist in specifying product packaging and, in conjunction with the Quality Control team, ensuring compliance of product quality and packaging when the initial sample arrives in the warehouse.
• Work closely with Sourcing and QC teams to resolve any quality concerns with new and existing products.
• Assist in proofing product information for catalog and web copy
• Manage to compile information for assortment plans seasonally from start to finish
• Manage the transfer of new product samples to sample room, photo studio, and catalog photoshoots
• Assist in monitoring market trends along with PD management and provide well-informed feedback and ideas for new product ideas
• Manage all material references shipped to vendors, and maintain finish/material libraries.
• Work closely with Associate Product Developer, Product Developer and CMO for direction on a new product that addresses market and internal assortment needs.
• Assist in the building and maintenance of vendor relationships to accomplish goals

Success Factors

• Hold oneself accountable for meeting commitments and achieving objectives
• Elevate challenges to seek partnership with leader to resolve
• Support the team by creating an efficient and productive work flow between ideation and administration
• Seek and engage to learn about customer preferences and trends

Requirements:

• Four-year college degree in design, merchandising, or related field
• 1+ years experience in a Design/Product Development /Merchandising experience in retail setting
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and the ability to learn and retain new computer systems in a timely manner

Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages.