Brand Steward
Exemplar Luxury Group · New York, NY · Yesterday
OTHR$19.61–$24.51/hrFull-time
Salary Range: $19.61 - $24.51
About the Role
The Brand Steward Associate (BSA) serves as the ambassador of store presentation standards under the direction of the Visual Manager. This role requires a client-focused individual who takes initiative to resolve problems, seeks out responsibilities, and follows through on all projects and tasks.
Who You Are
- You get things done by engaging in high-level teamwork and flexing your interpersonal skills
- A natural problem-solver who is intuitively creative
- Possess a mix of creative and strategic abilities
- Have an understanding of and passion for merchandising and visual presentation
- Possess a positive, solution-oriented, and customer-focused mindset
- Strong attention to detail and ability to remain extremely organized
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment with the flexibility to adapt to change
- Have an eye for detail and often go above and beyond goals to meet and exceed deadlines
- Proactive and innovative—able to identify and leverage opportunities to maintain and elevate standards
- Collaborative—able to work with peers across multiple business verticals
Requirements
- 1-2 years of relevant experience working in retail or other fast-paced environments
- Up to date with the latest trends and the Company’s presentation standards
- Strong understanding of the Company brand
- Scheduled working hours will consist of opening, late day, holiday, and weekend shifts; must have availability to be flexible and work within these parameters
- Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with people
Responsibilities
- Serve as an ambassador of store standards, including merchandise on the sales floor, specific Brand requirements, and SFA Company expectations
- Support and follow through on projects, such as large-scale relayering throughout the store
- Work on the selling floor all day, personally maintaining merchandising standards throughout all departments, with a focus on key areas requiring continual attention (e.g., Shoes, Handbags, Men’s Advanced Designer, Sale)
- Support the closing routine using the “close to open” philosophy
- Foster relationships with Style Advisors to partner in floor presentation and maintenance
- Have a schedule that mirrors Style Advisors to be present when merchandise standards are at the most risk
- Act as a liaison between operations and selling teams to ensure clients have an elevated shopping experience
- Inspire others with recommendations, jump in to complete tasks, build trust quickly, and gain cooperation with minimal disruption
- Support fellow Brand Steward Associate trainings
- Maintain a professional and polished demeanor, demonstrating confidence and a positive attitude
- Handle ad hoc responsibilities as needed
Benefits
- Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities, from retail to supply chain, digital, or corporate
- A culture that promotes a healthy, fulfilling work/life balance
- Benefits package for all eligible full-time Associates (including medical, vision, and dental)
- An amazing Associate discount
Pay
Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher-cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location, experience, and other job-related factors.
Schedule
- Opening, late day, holiday, and weekend shifts
- Must have availability to be flexible and work within these parameters