Job Title: Assistant Boutique Manager

Location: Soho, New York

Reporting To: Boutique Manager

Pay Rate (Annually): $60,000-$70,000

Who we are

At Monica Vinader, we’re on a mission to prove that buying better, wearing longer and doing better don’t have to be mutually exclusive. From our commitment to making the most sustainable jewelry we can using precious materials, to the timeless style and endless versatility of our pieces, we are driven to making everyday fine jewelry accessible and affordable.

And don’t just take our word for it, we are proud to be recognised in the industry through our recent awards, proving we are leading the way in sustainable jewelry:

• Ethical Jewelry Business of the Year 2021, Retail Jeweller

• Queen's Award for Enterprise: Sustainable Development 2022

• Responsible Luxury Business of the Year 2022, Positive Luxury

• Best Sustainable Luxury Jewelry Brand 2022, Marie Claire UK

We are digital first, customer obsessed, female led and inclusive, focused on creating meaningful relationships with our community, who we owe our success to. We are looking for someone special to join our team to help us make luxury something we can all enjoy everyday.

Where we need your help

We have all the makings of an iconic brand - beautiful products that are timeless and designed to last, service that exceeds our customers expectations, a passionate founder that cares deeply about doing what is right and a loyal and growing community who advocate for us.

The Assistant Boutique Manager role is an exciting opportunity to help

• Support the Boutique Manager and being the ‘go-to’ person when you are the most senior Management Team member on shift

• Driving sales and exceeding targets through exceptional customer service, building a client business and leading in offering a rapidly growing experience through permanent jewelry

• People management and coaching to deliver the above

• Maximizing store efficiency through operations management

What you’ll do

Driving Sales

• Deliver sales budget through the implementation of an action orientated business plan ● Monitor and drive store and team KPIs

• Deliver a consistent and exceptional standard of customer service through your sales team

• Be a brand ambassador, setting the standard for exceptional customer experience and ensuring the same consistency in approach through your sales team

• Develop and maintain client relationships in line with Monica Vinader to drive repeat business, setting the example for your team to follow

• Network to create key relationships with corporate and local clients to support HQ team with a program of revenue driving events

Building a Strong Team

• Set clear individual sales objectives and KPIs for your team, and support with ongoing coaching and training to deliver these

• Implement approved brand and product training program to ensure consistent and effective styling advice and inspiration to all customers

• Manage the team in accordance with company policy and procedures

• Stay attuned with compliance & training needs, ensuring all employees are up to date with specific training & requirements

• Support the recruitment process, interviewing candidates and compile feedback from trial shifts

Delivering Efficiency

• Execute visual merchandising guidelines to a high standard

• Ensure in store experience is in line with the guidelines and Brand standard

• Maintain an accurate stock file

• Ensure accurate payment processing and cash handling

• Ensure the appropriate processing of in-store services (including engraving, and aftercare)

What you’ll bring

• A demonstrated passion for customer service and driving a business

• Commercially aware and target driven

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Flexible, able to adapt

• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment

To be successful at Monica Vinader...

• You are a doer

• You’re a team player

• You’re humble

• You are honest, straightforward and transparent

• You are a good teacher/mentor (approachable and accessible)

• You want to get your hands dirty

• You solve problems

• You are resilient

• You are flexible

• You are entrepreneurial, smart, and passionate

• If you don't know something, you say so. Then go figure it out quickly

• You love working in a creative environment

• You have a sense of humor

• You are an insatiable learner

Company Benefits

• Full time hours of 40 per week

• Competitive base salary and vacation entitlement

• Opportunity to earn quarterly bonuses

• Private Healthcare Scheme

• 401K

• Generous staff discount

Additional Requirements

Ability to document your authorization to work in the United States

Travel Requirements

Travel to our other Boutiques and Concessions may be required

Our Aims and Values

Our mission is to be the leading accessible luxury brand, by delivering outstanding quality, design and customer service. We are:

Customer Obsessed

Our customers are at the core of everything we do. We will always deliver an outstanding and personal experience to them every time they interact with us, to ensure their ongoing support and loyalty.

Caring

We treat people with respect, as we would want to be treated. We are apolitical and assume good intentions in others. We are open and honest with each other while ensuring we take an empathetic and supportive approach.

Fast Paced

We are passionate about what we do, and we want to reach as many customers as fast as we can. We combine focus with pragmatism and flexibility so that we can move at pace in whichever direction we need to take.

Exceptional

We have a relentless desire to continually learn and improve to ensure our products and approach are exceptional. Our tenacity, high standards and attention to detail give us a competitive advantage.

Commercial

We focus hard on facts and approach things in a logical, rational and analytical way. We challenge each other to make sure we make decisions and take actions that create value for our business and our customers.

Monica Vinader as a global business makes the following inclusive culture pledge:
Our jewelry is for everyone and so is our community. Together, we will continue to implement sustainable changes to ensure that career opportunities and progression are open to all. We commit to celebrating the diverse voices of our employees, partners, and the customers we serve.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties to be performed by the employee. This job description may be altered to reflect the business needs of the company.