PT Sales Associate: Baobab

About the Brand:
 

As a restorative brand we turn waste into iconic pieces while restoring coral reef ecosystems. For every swimsuit purchased, you are helping restore the San Andrés Coral Reef in San Andrés, Colombia. As a Colombian based label, the BAOBAB team has come to understand sustainability as the only guarantee to prolonged, quality life on this planet. As a sustainable fashion brand, we are responsible with people and the environment. We believe in the power of trend innovation to position materials and generate a positive impact. We want each garment to tell a story about sustainability. We currently sell in 10 department stores and over 200 boutiques worldwide.

We are committed to finding exceptional talent to represent our Baobab boutique in the West Village. We are seeking dynamic Part-Time Sales Associates who are passionate about delivering outstanding in-store experiences, driving customer satisfaction, and fostering meaningful brand connections.

The ideal candidate excels at creating positive, lasting customer interactions while building brand loyalty. They thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, adeptly balancing multiple priorities and consistently putting the customer first. Key responsibilities include supporting sales initiatives, enhancing team and customer engagement, maintaining visual and operational standards, and contributing to the overall success of the store. This role may include opening and closing responsibilities and the potential for keyholder duties.

As part of the Leap platform, this individual will have the unique opportunity to support other brands in our portfolio through new store openings, activations, and coverage needs. Familiarity with emerging retail technologies such as Shopify, Endear, Slack, and Google Workspace is a strong advantage.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum Age: Must be at least 18 years old to align with company standards.
• Experience: A background in retail, luxury retail, or high-touch client-facing roles, demonstrating expertise in premium customer service, brand representation, and building relationships with discerning clients.
• Availability: Flexible and adaptable to meet business needs, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, showcasing a commitment to operational excellence.
• Physical Requirements: Maintain an active presence on the sales floor, with energy and focus while standing, walking, using ladders, and lifting up to 50 pounds to meet business demands and deliver an elevated customer experience.

Hourly Pay Range: $18/hr to $20/hr. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, competencies, and qualifications.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Customer-Centric & Hospitality-Driven- seeks to create genuine and authentic connections, anticipates needs and possesses exceptional selli