Retail Sales Associate Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Retail Sales Associate Tijon Nashville 311 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203 POSITION

DESCRIPTION POSITION

Sales Associate

REPORTS TO

Managing Partner/Senior Sales Associate

COMPANY INFORMATION

Please note this location is COMING SOON, however we intend to identify key candidates and hire immediately to allow time for training. We are very excited to join the retail landscape of The Gulch and expand our presence to Nashville from our current location in Charleston, SC. We are diligently working to establish the Tijon brand within the Nashville community and tourist scene as we prepare to open. Established in 2007 and originating in St Martin, FWI, Tijon is a niche experience-based parfumerie and fragrance lab specializing in fine handcrafted fragrances made from high quality, hand-picked oils. To our knowledge, Tijon is the only known parfumerie in the country that offers all guests a lab style experience with the opportunity to create three or more perfume/cologne scents from over 300 vetted oils. The experience includes bottling & naming of the perfume/cologne & receiving a certificate with the formula of their personalized scent that can be used to reorder in the future. Tijon believes in creating quality perfumes with the finest ingredients and have committed years of research to establish our “oil organ”. Tijon takes every detail into account

• with all perfumes/colognes bottled by hand to avoid the risk of oxidation and preserve their small batch quality.

Not only is the goal to design a memorable fragrance, but also to teach the world about the history, complexity, and beauty of fragrance creation.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Sales Associate for Tijon is an integral part of the daily operations of the parfumerie. He/She will have responsibilities including (but not limited to) merchandising, inventory, participating in private/corporate events, and participating/leading perfume class instructions. This position not only provides a competitive hourly wage, but it is also significantly supplemented by tips (partially considered in the hourly page range represented on the job posting). In addition, it offers the opportunity to advance your career through either the growth within the responsibilities & position of the shop OR the rapid growth of the Franchise and brand. Tijon focuses on exceptional service and expertise to deliver our customers with a unique and memorable experience. As a representative of our company, you will be a member of the Tijon family and be responsible for meeting and upholding our core values.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

: You are a natural host of the party. You have an insatiable desire to engage with others and nurture relationships. You were a born leader. You bring others together and strive to build dynamic, cohesive, and supportive teams. You self-start and motivate & empower others to do the same. You make mistakes, acknowledge your errors, learn from them, and move forward with your newfound wisdom without missing a beat. You do not shy away from hard work or the unknown. You know how to be resourceful and are not afraid to get your hands dirty. You are comfortable asking the uncomfortable questions and equally comfortable delivering unwelcomed news. You spread good vibes. You know how to have a good time while staying professional and responsible. You respond to problems with solutions. You have an entrepreneurial spirit and thrive in the grey space. You have a closet Type-A personality. You keep a smile on your face and pep in your step while crushing your mental to-do list.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

:

• Provide the highest-level service with each customer who visits Tijon, whether in a quick tour of the space OR in a scheduled class
• being attentive, knowledgeable, engaging, and friendly. Each visitor should leave with a positive and memorable experience.
• Administer perfume making classes, to include bottling perfume for each customer at the close of each class.
• Handle incoming phone calls/messages.
• Anticipate and fulfill customer questions and needs with option oriented, flexible solutions in a courteous, professional, and skilled manner.
• Taking reservations by computer, telephone, and walk-ins.
• Establish relationships with customers to encourage loyalty and continued business.
• Know the product and perfume making process, being the resource and expert for each customer.
• Maintain complete and accurate records, according to company systems and standards.
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with coworkers.
• Provide marketing support within the local and advertising community.

QUALIFICATIONS

:

Education:

High School diploma Retail experience Working knowledge of basic software and POS systems Familiarity with social media platforms

Skills:

Time management and multi-tasking Strong communication and leadership skills (both written and verbal) Ability to interact clearly and effectively with staff and clients at all levels Customer service oriented, with the ability to stay calm in stressful situations Self-motivated and self-directed High level of attention to detail Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

• word and excel Ability to independently research and problem solve with creative, analytical, and strategic thinking Ability to prioritize

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Continuously:

  Talk, hear and see (normal or corrected)

• Frequently:

  Sit, twist/torso, bend at waist, grasp, walk, stand and manipulate a keyboard

•

Occasionally:

Push/pull, kneel, crouch, climb, crawl, balance and reach overhead

WORK ENVIRONMENT

: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is responsible for minimizing accidents and for following established safety policies and procedures during performance of this job.

• Continuously:

  Typical retail conditions

• Frequently:

  Shared space with team members and customers

•

Occasionally:

Available to work special/private events at night

BENEFITS

:

• Generous employee discount

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$14.00

• $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 8
• 30 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount

Shift:

8 hour shift Ability to

Commute:

Nashville, TN 37203 (Required)

Work Location:

In person