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About the role

Join the team at Claire’s, where we celebrate self-expression, creativity, and the latest trends. This part-time manager opportunity is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, loves engaging with customers, and is passionate about driving sales.

Responsibilities

• Crush sales goals by delivering exceptional customer experiences, upselling accessories, and promoting current offers to drive revenue.
• Become a piercing expert through comprehensive training, conducting piercings, educating customers on aftercare, maintaining a sterile environment, and addressing questions or concerns.
• Maintain an Insta-worthy store with visually appealing displays, organized inventory, and easy-to-shop layouts.
• Support the Store Manager by motivating the team, sharing sales tips, and fostering a positive, high-energy atmosphere.
• Stay updated on the latest fashion and social media trends to help customers find their perfect style and boost sales.
• Oversee store operations, including inventory management, cash transactions, visual merchandising, and promotional activities.
• Encourage customers to share their new accessories and piercings on social media, creating shareable moments.

Requirements

• At least one year of retail experience, ideally with leadership or sales-driving responsibility.
• Ability to conduct piercings with patience and empathy, especially for young or anxious customers.
• Proficiency in operating a POS system to facilitate transactions and manage sales efficiently.
• Completed some high school; retail management experience is a plus.
• Physical ability to stand during shifts, lift 11-35kg (25-75lbs), bend, stoop, reach, and climb ladders or step stools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with customers, employees, and management.
• Solid grasp of mathematics for inventory management, sales analysis, and cash handling.
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working independently at times.
• Passion for fashion and staying up-to-date with the latest trends.
• Ability to create curated fashion looks with products during shifts.

Qualifications

• Sales-driven with a passion for hitting goals and turning browsers into buyers.
• Social and digital savvy, with knowledge of current trends and viral content.
• Customer-first mentality, focused on making customers feel confident and empowered.
• Energized by interacting with customers and providing excellent service.
• Inspired by Claire’s values: teamwork, compassion, integrity, customer delight, diversity, and self-expression.
• Driven team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Benefits

• Epic employee discount on the latest accessories.
• Opportunities for promotions and career growth.
• Work in a fun, fast-paced, inclusive, and supportive environment.
• For part-time employees: voluntary welfare plans, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time, and paid leave in required states (e.g., Washington employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours worked).