Part-Time Manager-Clackamas Town Center

About the role

Join the Claire’s team and drive sales in a fast-paced retail environment focused on self-expression, creativity, and the latest trends. This part-time opportunity is ideal for someone who loves engaging with customers, delivering exceptional experiences, and contributing to a fun, high-energy store atmosphere.

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: conduct piercings, educate customers on aftercare, maintain a sterile environment, and address 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 environment for both customers and coworkers.
• Represent Claire’s brand by staying updated on the latest fashion and social media trends, using your knowledge to suggest products and boost sales.
• Oversee store operations, including inventory management, cash transactions, visual merchandising, and promotional activities to ensure smooth and efficient functioning.
• Encourage customers to share their new accessories and piercings on social media, creating shareable moments that amplify the Claire’s experience.

Requirements

• Ability to conduct piercings with patience and empathy, particularly for young or anxious customers.
• Proficiency in operating a POS system to facilitate transactions and manage sales efficiently.
• Completion of some high school and at least one year of retail management experience.
• Physical ability to stand during scheduled shifts and maneuver 11-35kg (25-75lbs).
• Capability to bend, stoop, reach, and climb ladders or step stools while placing merchandise and assisting customers.
• Passion for providing customers with opportunities to express themselves freely every day.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with customers, employees, and management.
• Strong grasp of mathematics for tasks such as inventory management, sales analysis, and cash handling.
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working alone in some stores.
• Passion for fashion and staying up-to-date with the latest trends to enhance the customer experience and drive sales.
• Ability to create curated fashion looks with products during your shift.

Qualifications

• Sales-obsessed energy with a love for hitting goals and turning browsers into buyers.
• Social and digital savvy, with knowledge of current trends and how to translate them into an amazing customer experience.
• Customer-first mentality, with a focus on making customers feel confident and empowered.
• At least one year of retail experience, ideally with leadership or sales-driving responsibility.
• 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 where your personality shines.
• For full-time employees: medical, dental, and vision insurance; voluntary welfare plans; bonus plan eligibility; 401(k) match; vacation time; sick time; and paid leave.
• For part-time employees: voluntary welfare plans; 401(k) match; vacation time; sick time; and paid leave in required states.
• In Washington State, employees accrue paid sick time at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.