Job Description
Paul Smith is one of Britain’s leading independent design companies, driven by a spirit of curiosity, playfulness, adaptability and passion. These values shape every aspect of the brand, whether it’s a shirt, a shop or a special collaboration. Reaffirming the values that Paul set down in 1970, ‘classic with a twist’ remains the guiding principle of the company. Happily positioned between high fashion and formalwear, while taking reference from both, Paul Smith has always been proud to stand apart.
We have an opportunity for someone to join our team based in our Woodbury Commons Shop in Central Valley, NY as a Sales Associate, on a full-time basis. This person is responsible for assisting the management team with achieving sales targets, developing and maintaining excellent client relationships whilst promoting the brand image, providing excellent customer service and up to date product knowledge at all times.
What you’ll be doing:
- Meet and greet all clients and act as a brand ambassador representing Paul Smith LLC.
- Keep clients up to date with any Paul Smith activity; to ensure they are fully engaged with the Paul Smith brand.
- Maintain a high level of product knowledge at all times and to consistently share this with your clients
- Take initiative to build upon the stores clientele book, emailing and keeping in contact with clients on a regular basis, inviting them to relevant events and keeping them aware of any new products.
- Maximizing all sales at every opportunity to ensure you are meeting and exceeding your personal and store targets.
- Ensure visual presentation, store maintenance and housekeeping is kept to the company's desired standard, both on and off the shop floor.
- Confidently use technology in store such as store tablets to enhance the customer experience and POS systems to efficiently process transactions and payments from clients.
Who you are:
- Previous 1-3 years’ experience of retail selling in luxury fashion
- Experience in providing excellent customer service
- Ability to work towards weekly sales goals
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Passion for style, fashion and the Paul Smith Brand
- Interest and knowledge of current trends in music arts and culture
- Flexible and reliable
- Good team member, helpful, approachable and trustworthy
Why you’ll love working with us:
Working at Paul Smith means being part of a brand that celebrates creativity, individuality and authenticity. Even though we are a global business, we’ve stayed true to who we are at heart. Our offices and shops remain welcoming and inclusive spaces built around collaboration, where we encourage our people to be themselves, reach their full potential, and play a part in creating something truly unique.
- This role will be paid an hourly base $16 - $18, commensurate with experience + commission eligible.
- A generous Clothing Allowance
- Discount on Paul Smith goods
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are available through TriNet for the team member plus their spouse, children, or whole family, with generous employer contribution. Pet Insurance and other ancillary benefits available within our comprehensive package offerings!
- 401k with a 3% match
- 10 company holidays and generous PTO plan
At Paul Smith, we celebrate and encourage applications from all walks of life into our growing workforce. We are committed to empowering people from any background, belief system, or ethnicity, offering an inclusive environment where talent is recognized and valued.
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