Sales Associate, Full-Time

Company Description L’AGENCE is a modern lifestyle brand that blends the relaxed, easy-chic feel of Southern California with a refined Parisian aesthetic. Since its founding in 2008, the brand has expanded from ready-to-wear and denim into footwear, swimwear, belts, and hats, creating a versatile wardrobe for life on the move. L’AGENCE designs are intended to transition seamlessly from airport to gala, beachside to boardroom. The brand is sold globally in approximately 450 specialty stores and major retailers such as Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale’s, Harrods, Printemps, and Holt Renfrew. Headquarters are in Los Angeles, with additional showrooms in New York City, Paris, and Seoul.

Department: Retail

Location: New York, Madison Ave

Compensation: $25.00-$27.00

Role Description The Sales Associate, Full-Time role at L’AGENCE is an on-site position based in the New York City Metropolitan Area. The Sales Associate will be responsible for driving sales at the store. The ideal applicant will have proven success in sales, organization, problem and solving skills. They will also be responsible for maintaining merchandise and store appearance, as well as meeting and exceeding established individual as well as overall store sales goals. Must possess a passion for retail and dedication for advancement within the store team.

Examples of Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Be a brand ambassador
• Introduce the collection to clients 
• Create a welcoming and engaging in-store environment 
• Maintain the store’s cleanliness and health and safety measures
• Inventory compliance and awareness

Qualifications  

• Minimum 3 years of Retail experience 
• Effective communication skills and ability to provide feedback.
• Must possess action-oriented skills and ability to lead by example on the sales floor.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and display effective time management skills.
• Ability to work in environment of teamwork and collaboration.
• Approachable and effective listener.
• Displays problem solving abilities and willingness to think outside the box for solutions.

Competencies & Skills

• Detailed understanding of inventory accounting and merchandise payable, is required.
• Solid working knowledge of major ERP, inventory and accounting systems.
• Advanced working knowledge of Excel is required and proficient in MS office.
• Solid communication skills including the ability to work well in a team environment or independently when tasked
• Self-motivated
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks with conflicting priorities

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be a L’AGENCE brand ambassador, upholding dress code standards 
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to reach overhead
• Must be able to pick up 30-50lbs
• Must be able to climb a ladder or stepstool

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.