Assistant Store Leader, Long Beach

About KREWE

KREWE is an independent, high-fashion eyewear brand rooted in the vibrant culture and boundless creativity of our hometown, New Orleans - and now proudly headquartered in both New Orleans and New York City. Since our launch in 2013, KREWE has grown into a dynamic brand celebrated for its distinctive, handcrafted sun and optical frames that reflect a deep commitment to quality,  individuality, and design.

In 2022, we opened the doors to our NYC headquarters in the heart of the Meatpacking District, building a second home for the brand that brings New Orleans’ culture, creativity, and energy to one of the world’s most iconic design capitals. Our presence now spans brick-and-mortar boutiques, mobile retail concepts, and a thriving e-commerce platform - alongside distribution through premier independents and top national retailers. Celebrated for our unique approach to design, KREWE has cultivated a loyal following among style-conscious consumers and influential tastemakers.

As we continue to expand, we’re looking for passionate, driven, and innovative individuals to join our talented team. At KREWE our work is fast-paced, collaborative, and deeply mission-driven. Our people are high-performing and ambitious - not just about hitting goals, but about building something that’s original, culturally rooted and globally resonant. Every team member at KREWE has the opportunity to own their role and make a lasting impact. If this sounds like the right environment for you we invite you to apply below.

Job Summary

Calling all conceptual thinkers, team players, and eyewear aficionados — KREWE is looking for a Community Engagement Assistant Store Leader to join our UPCOMING store location in Long Beach, CA!

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead local grassroots marketing efforts in partnership with Store Managers that will increase brand awareness, drive traffic to stores, and generate incremental revenue
• Review/Support ROS with Store Managers, including ensuring all necessary creative assets, supplies, hospitality, etc., have arrived
• Lead all store events in partnership with Store Manager
• Ensure all team members are knowledgeable on the event, goal for the event, and are prepared to deliver goal
• Upkeep of local market Events Strategy Calendar
• Assist Store Manager with conceptualizing and planning events
• Achieve store event and revenue targets
• Assist with sourcing and compiling market partners and brand activation opportunities
• Lead the sales cycle through every step of the process
• Manage and inspire a team of sales specialists
• Work closely with your retail partners to ensure sales quotas are exceeded
• Set daily team goals and strive to reach every day
• Maintain visual brand standards at all times
• Act as a style advisor to every customer that walks through the door
• Enjoy the sun (as always)!

Qualifications and Skills

• Advanced knowledge of fashion trends and a keen interest in eyewear
• 3+ years experience in retail sales and management
• Born leader with a strong work ethic
• Keen understanding of all aspects of store operations
• Thrives in a goal-oriented working environment
• Proven history of exceeding expectations time and again
• A knack for conversation and always presenting products in their best light
• Passion for providing a unique customer experience
• Intuitive when it comes to meeting customer demands
• Self-sufficiency at organizing and managing multiple clients simultaneously
• Ability to remain flexible throughout a collaborative retail experience
• Someone who shares our inquisitive nature, affinity for fashion and design, self-motivated, and good-work-requires-having-fun mentality

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive wage
• Health, vision and dental insurance
• Retirement plan available
• Parental leave policy
• Free KREWE frames (duh.)
• Spend your time in a truly "one of a kind" retail experience
• Quarterly cultural spend to encourage our get out, see the city, "do you" mentality