Retail Sales Associate (Brooklyn)

The Brooklyn Made Store celebrates Brooklyn’s very own makers, with a mission driven focus of supporting small business owners who identify as women and/or Black, Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC). The original location is in Industry City and the store has expanded to a new location at City Point in Downtown Brooklyn. The Industry City location is in search of an experienced Retail Associate for our unique retail concept. Ideal candidates will possess a self-starter attitude, strong customer service skills, and the ability to manage staff. You: - Are organized and detailed in your follow-through. - Love to sell in a way that is engaging and fun. - Have a warm and positive personality. - Always go above and beyond with service and teamwork. - Enjoy learning new concepts and are willing to accept new ideas. - Have excellent written and oral communication skills. - Punctual and good at juggling multiple tasks. And you would love to... -Create an inspiring environment that is rewarding and profitable through thoughtful gifts. - Provide excellent customer service that will create loyalty, long-term returning customers, and word-of-mouth referrals. - Merchandise and create displays that bring products to life. Details matter! - Process purchase orders, fill in merchandise, and have an input in inventory assortment. Responsibilities: - Manage daily sales. - Provide optimal guest experience services. - Ensure merchandise is properly stocked and priced. - Perform cashiering duties. - Maintain a clean and organized store. - Assist with special events. - Perform opening and closing procedures, maintaining the store's appearance, and ensuring a smooth transition between operational hours. Requirements: - Past retail experience preferred. - High school diploma or equivalent. - Strong verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. - Ability to process information or merchandise through the computer system and POS register system. - Ability to lift at least 20 lbs required. - Standing on your feet for long periods of time. - Ability to work a flexible schedule with retail hours, including day, evening, weekends, and/or holidays. Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Store hours are: Sunday – Thursday 11AM to 7PM Friday – Saturday 11AM to 9PM NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED. Part-time (15+ hours) positions available $18-$20/hr (commensurate with experience)