Now Hiring - Retail Sales Assistant Store Sales Manager in Chicago, IL

Since 1993, Anne Fontaine has continued to reinvent the classic white shirt. Our house has extended its creations of elegant white blouses to include exclusive pieces such as Italian made handbags, jewelry and small leather goods. In addition to our ready-to-wear collections, we offer a line of exclusive Precious pieces. Consequently, we are now able to offer the most individual and refined silhouettes around the world.

Anne Fontaine USA is looking to hire an experienced Assistant Store Manager who will be responsible for the overall management of the store to ensure profitability, brand recognition, team development/communication and superior customer service.

This amazing opportunity offers great insight to the inner workings of an iconic luxurious fashion brand. Qualified candidates will possess a strong combination of all or most of the following skills:

Essential Functions:

• Strong leadership, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Full understanding of specialty retail, including business development, visual merchandising and store operations
• Client development and retention
• Knowledgeable of the brand/lifestyle
• Maintaining exceptional customer service standards
• Strong suggestive selling skills/ wardrobing
• Responsible for achieving personal sales goals and KPI goals
• Inspire the customer to buy, celebrating their purchase, and creating a lasting positive impression of you, Anne Fontaine, and the purchase
• Ensure monitoring and execution of daily staff payroll goals, individual targets, product knowledge and promotional events.
• Coaching the staff to achieve optimal results, while ensuring personal goals are met.
• Practice and teach client development to the staff
• Excellent interpersonal skills supporting a team environment
• Owns personal development; actively listens and accepts feedback, direction and guidance
• Learning / teach Anne Fontaine systems and procedures to enhance selling efficiencies and complete support duties
• Maintain a professional attitude with sincerity and enthusiasm
• Adhere to Loss Prevention and inventory control/compliance procedures
• Staff recruitment and new-hire training Create and promote strong business relationships with vendors, mall management and local businesses
• Participate in corporate initiated store events or execute specific promotions based on the needs of the stores market or clientele

Qualifications:

• Experience in Luxury retail sales management preferred
• Passion for fashion and knowledgeable on current trends and styles
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret instructional documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers, peers, and management.
• Basic math functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Ability to use a calculator and calculate percentages and ratios.
• Ability to multi-task, while being attentive to customers and remaining flexible to the needs of the business. Ability to work as part of a team and take initiative, independent of direct supervision.
• This position involves constant movement and standing for consecutive hours.
• Ability to lift (at least 40 lbs.), carry, push, pull, crouch, squat, kneel, twist, bend, and climb ladders.
• Must have an open availability for a flexible work schedule that meets the needs of the business, including evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts.

Anne Fontaine offers a competitive compensation and uniform clothing garments. Benefits include monthly bonus structure, medical and dental insurance.

Anne Fontaine is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Jose, CA 95128: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location