Retail Sales Team Member (Part Time) - Street Stores
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Overview
Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$17+/hour
Benefits
Paid Vacation
Job Description
Tender Loving Empire operates 6 brick-and-mortar stores in the greater Portland area + online, curating a collection of goods and music from hundreds of independent makers for people who want to support their creative community, surround themselves with beauty, and live wholehearted. TLE has been part of the creative community in Portland since 2006 with a simple, three-part mission statement: empower and support creatives, enrich and fulfill employees, and to delight and inspire patrons. We truly believe when you live wholehearted you are an optimist and a do-gooder, a dabbler and a dreamer; you go after your dreams and help others succeed in theirs; you understand that small businesses keep our communities from being boring, homogenous, impersonal, money-over-people type places.Applying to work at Tender Loving Empire is a choice to support hundreds of makers, musicians and small businesses. Together we can make our communities more vibrant, creative, compassionate, and connected.Job Summary:The Sales Team Member (STM) is our customer-facing role that acts as a TLE brand ambassador. STM actively seeks opportunities to connect with customers on the sales floor, sharing insight into what Tender Loving Empire does and the hard work that goes into the product and music that fill our stores. They contribute to a successful day of business by completing all tasks and operations in an organized and efficient manner. They prioritize communication and teamwork by holding themselves and their peers accountable, celebrating successes, and learning from opportunities. We are looking for street storeseasonal ambassadors with availability for our, Downtown, NW23rd, and Hawthorne locations.We have blackout period where no time off requests will be approved November 14th - Jan 1st. You must be fully available during the time and days we are open during that time to help support the team with our busiest time of year! 2 years or more specialty retail/customer service experience A love for human connection and customer engagement with an emphasis on warm, friendly, and professional service Strong computer skills (our company lives and breathes via Google Docs + Slack) Strong multi-tasking skills An eye for design and merchandising and an understanding of our company's aesthetic Strong work ethic (TLE is a fun place to work, but we work hard!) Maintains a positive, team-minded mentality throughout daily interactions and job duties Ability to accept and implement constructive criticism Ability to work efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision Weekend availability required 2-5 days a week. Presents a high degree of accuracy within workflow Flexible to working between multiple locations a plus Must be available weekendsPerks and benefits:
Primary Role Functions:
- Create exceptional and unique customer experiences
- Seek opportunities to meet financial goals daily
- Manage tasks and duties responsibly and productively
- Cash handling and strong interest in the maker and music community
- Entry wage $17/hr -
- PTO
- Employee discount
- Oregon Saves account
- Working with a group of kind, hard-working, hilarious, value-driven, talented humans :)
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FAQs About Retail Sales Team Member (Part Time) - Street Stores Jobs at Tender Loving Empire
What is the work location for this position at Tender Loving Empire?
This job at Tender Loving Empire is located in Portland, OR, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Tender Loving Empire?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $17 (per hour).
What employment applies to this position at Tender Loving Empire?
Tender Loving Empire lists this position under the following employment categories:
- Alternate-schedule
- Full-time
What experience level is required for this role at Tender Loving Empire?
Tender Loving Empire is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Tender Loving Empire for this role?
Tender Loving Empire offers Paid Vacation for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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