Retail Sales Lead (Briarwood Mall)

Retail Sales Lead (Briarwood Mall)Ann Arbor, MichiganSquishable is a close-knit team of designers, artists, pop-culture fanatics, and lovers of all things adorable. Together we create the cutest, cuddliest (and sometimes downright unusual) plush and lifestyle products in the world. With the millions-strong Squishable fan community cheering us on (and a lot of cupcakes, coffee, and karaoke) we make people say "a" Our offices are in a sunny SoHo loft in NYC and in downtown Washington, DC.Who Are We?We are Squishable! At Squishable, products and people are at the core of why we do what we do every day. We strive to create a customer experience built on sharing our love and passion for the brand while building long-lasting relationships with our customers…turning friends into fans. As we experience rapid growth, we are seeking career-driven leaders obsessed with creating a unique, exceptional customer experience. We need great people to represent the brand where it matters most…in front of our customers. These leaders will help shape the voice and character of the Squishable store experience.The ideal candidate is a natural-born leader who loves the store experience. They are passionate, driven, and highly organized, with a desire to bring happiness to people's lives. They are confident, creative, bright, friendly, adaptable, and able to perform at the highest level consistently. Candidates must be well-spoken and confident interacting with people at all levels while remaining calm and organized at all times.What Does a Squishable Retail Sales Lead Do?Understands organizational objectives and makes decisions in partnership with the Store Manager that align with company priorities and valuesEnforces sales strategies, initiatives, and growth across all categoriesHolds self and the sales team accountable for personal sales productivityActs as a brand ambassador in the local market or mall to drive brand loyalty and business (e.g., charity events, local associations, mall initiatives)Resolves customer issues with a solution-oriented, forward-thinking approach; partners with the Store Manager and/or the District or Regional Manager as appropriateDevelops individual and team product knowledge to stay up to date on all current Squishable in-store productsAssists in supervising the team daily, weekly, and monthly to meet goals and use company tools; empowers others and encourages individual growthQualifications2+ years of relevant supervisory experience in a high-volume, fast-paced, challenging, and creative customer-facing environmentPassion for people! A dynamic and engaged leader with a passion for empowering, inspiring, motivating, teaching, and developing team membersExceptional organizational and communication skills, with the ability to balance priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, ever-changing, and highly entrepreneurial environmentFeedback is a gift! Able to receive and provide constructive feedback and recognition to every team member, so we keep an open and transparent culture of high-performance standardsHigh emotional intelligence, with the ability to work with and manage diverse teams by being empathetic, intuitive, self-motivated, and drivenTeams win! A team player who fosters a collaborative and engaged team environmentWilling to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays as neededProficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related softwareAble to transport stock as required, including lifting cartons up to 25 lbs.Must be 18 or olderCompensationPay rate is $16.00 per hourBenefits & Perks:A fun, welcoming workplace where creativity and personality are encouragedCareer growth opportunities (many of our Associates and Sales Leads become Store Managers!)Employee discounts (yes, even on the giant plushies)Affordable vision and dental insurance401(k) with employer match