Olive Ateliers is a lifestyle brand specializing in importing, curating and retailing vintage, antique and reclaimed objects and home decor. Our Los Angeles Atelier is looking for a passionate Retail Experience Associate to support the execution of our retail operation. The candidate will be eligible to act across a number of retail roles and responsibilities. The candidate will report directly to the Retail Experience Lead.
The Retail Experience Associate will ideally be available for scheduling up to every Wednesday-Saturday from 9:30am-4:30pm to service our open hours of 10am-4pm. As our business grows this role may evolve in a variety of ways to support our needs.
Responsibilities
As our Retail Experience Associate, you will interact with every customer and fellow associate in a friendly manner and deliver product and brand expertise. You will be providing a far from average retail experience for all customers, including but not limited to:
Welcoming & engaging with customers upon arrival
Proactively assessing customer needs and delivering thoughtful solutions
Recommending relevant products and providing design counsel where applicable
Working with Point of Sale devices and software to process customer transactions
Processing transactions and communicating required information to relevant teams
Tidying and spot merchandising the retail environment throughout the day
Supporting the implementation and enforcement of hold tag policies
Acting as a Brand ambassador by educating customers on our unique assortment
Further representing the lifestyle brand through clear communication and professionalism
Position Requirements
1+ years retail sales experience
Collaborative & team player
Strong verbal communication skills
Sales driven mindset
Proficiency with Point of Sale and related software
Visual merchandising experience preferred
People and relationship driven attitude
Highly organized and ability to multitask
Strong attention to detail
Must be based in Los Angeles and available to work Saturdays
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift and mobilize small to medium items while utilizing appropriate equipment and techniques
Ability to maneuver effectively around the Atelier floor, stock room and office
Licensed to drive preferred
Must be based in Los Angeles
Compensation & Benefits
Dependent on experience, ideal candidate to be paid up to $24 per hour
20% off retail merchandise
$100 quarterly shopping credit to Olive Ateliers
Growth opportunities
Team meals at company discretion
Dynamic work environment
401k: Generous employer match; Eligibility requirements and vesting applies