Saturday, February 28, 2009

Floor Manager-Aritzia (San Jose)

ARITZIA is a leading fashion retailer located in select cities within the U.S. and Canada! We’re hiring Floor Managers for our Valley Fair Mall location!

Aritzia is a multi-label luxury apparel retailer for young, affluent, style-forward women. Aritzia is about connecting to the energy of the culture through a boutique retail environment that is aspirational and accessible. Established in 1984, our boutiques are now featured in select cities across the US and Canada. We’re inspired by the energy of the culture and connecting you to it, bringing everything we love together in one place. Our favorite book and magazines, music you have to hear and of course, the fashion. Every store design is unique, from the art work and graphics, to our friends who DJ in store. The Aritzia experience is one of a kind. If you love fashion, are product saavy, and excel at customer service - then we want to hear from you!

Reporting to the Store Manager, the Floor Manager is responsible for managing the store when the Store, Associate, and Assistant Manager are not working. This is a great opportunity to develop your management skills while still maintaining your sales and customer focus. Specific responsibilities will include:
• Maintaining the store's functioning in all or part of the 6 essential area of retail operations: staff, customers, merchandise, physical store, security, administration
• Effectively leading the floor to achieve operational objectives
• Ensuring you and the staff generate sales and exceed the applicable sales per hour standards
• Ensuring you and the staff use the steps to successful selling
• Ensuring you and the staff provide customer service and exceed Aritzia's Customer Service

Standard Required Skills:
• Embody Aritzia’s culture.
• Generate sales and exceed the applicable sale per hour standard.
• Identify the needs of our customers and exceed their expectations all of the time.
• Maintain the store to ensure our customers enjoy a relaxed and comfortable environment.
• Utilize our systems to ensure our customers’ time is our number priority.
• Excellent organization and management skills
• Possesses strong communication, interpersonal and problem resolution skills
• Strong work ethic
• Open availability and flexibility to work nights, weekends, store openings and other special events according to the needs of the business

Experience:
Retail and sales experience an asset.

Apply Now:
If you are interested in an exciting career in the fashion apparel industry and seek a challenging position that offers opportunity for advancement, please forward your resume and cover letter. Please note the job title in the subject line. If you have industry-related experience, we want to hear from you! NOTE: Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. If you are not contacted for this position, please accept our sincere thanks and appreciation for your interest in Aritzia!

Contact:
sanjosejobs@aritzia.com
http://www.aritzia.com/

Posted by: Giselle Solorzano

Store Manager-Anchor Blue (Sacramento, CA)

Anchor Blue Retail Group is thriving and growing!

If you are interested in a customer focused company whose mission is to provide products and experiences which make people feel good about themselves; join our dynamic team today!

Anchor Blue is committed to the growth and development of its employees and their well-being is critical to our success. Our benefits plans allow for flexibility to ensure that our employees are valued and happy to come to work. Anchor Blue Retail Group gladly rewards performance and contribution.

We have an immediate opening for a Store Manager at our County Fair Mall location in Woodland, CA.

Anchor Blue employees get to share the best in music, entertainment and great clothes with the customers. Our original and affordable clothing collection includes one of the largest selections of jeans and screen tees out there as well as accessories, basics, footwear, and fashion must haves that are constantly being refreshed.

As an employer, we offer:
Generous Employee Discount- we LOVE to see you in our clothes
Savings and Retirement Plan- get free money with company match
Paid Time Off
Paid National Holidays
Paid Jury Duty- do your civic duty
Employee Assistance Program
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Qualified and enthusiastic candidates submit your resume to ShannaWhitney@AnchorBlue.com Anchor Blue Retail Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location: Sacramento, CA
Compensation: Depends on Experience
Please, no phone calls about this job!

Posted by: Giselle Solorzano

Retail Store Manager-Salvation Army ARC (Citrus Heights)

The Salvation Army ARC in Sacramento is seeking an experienced Retail Store Manager in Citrus Heights, CA. The successful store manager will have serveral years of store management exp. in a high volume Fashion/Apparel, with a strong emphasis on product, customer service and visual presentation.

Qualified applicants must meet the following requirements:
Minumum two (2) yrs exp. in a retail management position.
Demonstrated leadership ability.
Able to manage multiple priorities at once.
Computer literate.
Excellent soft people skills to coach, mentor and retain sales staff.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Able to work day, evening & weekend shifts as needed.
Frequent lifting of 1-5 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds required.
Constant standing, bending, reaching with a moderate amount of manual dexterity.
High school diploma.

In return for your contributions, we offer a competitive wages and benefits package. Please fax resume and wage expectations to:

The Salvation Army Sacramento Adult Rehabilitation Center Attn: Human Resources Fax (916) 441-1758
Location: Citrus Heights

This is at a non-profit organization.
Please, no phone calls about this job!

Posted by: Giselle Solorzano

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Juicy Couture Part Time Sales Associate (Beverly Hills, CA )

Juicy Couture is luxurious, exciting and fun. Designed with a strong sense of whimsy, this fashion-forward collection of clothing, accessories, jewelry and fragrances is created for women, men, children and dogs who want to look and feel fabulous.

Come be a part of the excitement of our rapidly expanding chain of stores.

Responsibilities:
Assist Store Management in ensuring that customers receive exemplary customer service. The Sales Associate should be knowledgeable about daily sales goals and drives business to achieve them.

Fosters a team environment by creating a fun, competitive, and inviting atmosphere.

Ensures Visual Standards are maintained throughout the day.

Utilizes Client Books and follow-up through thank you card distribution.

Qualifications:
• 1-3 years retail experience
• Strong communication skills
• Proactive ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Detail oriented
• Team player

Posted by Sarah Haroon

tore Manager-Lucky Brand Jeans (Corte Madera,CA)

Overview:
Lucky Brand Jeans, established in 1991, has become one of America's favorite denim brands with a sense of humor evident in its trademark "Lucky You" fly. Lucky Brand product can be found in a select group of high-end department stores including Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Neiman Marcus, and Dillards and in better specialty stores including Buckle and Fred Segal. Additionally, the company sells its products through its own retail stores currently located nationwide and on its website (luckybrandjeans.com).

Responsibilities:
LUCKY BRAND JEANS has outstanding career opportunities for a Store Manager in our Corte Madera store located in Corte Madera, CA. Please submit prior salary history.

Qualifications:
Prior retail experience preferred.

Posted by Sarah Haroon

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Fallas Paredes Stores-Planner Needed

Company Name: Factory 2-U / Fallas Paredes Stores
Job Category: Retail
Location: Gardena, CA • Los Angeles, CA
Position Type: Full-Time, Employee
Experience: 5-10 Years Experience
Desired Education: Level Associates

We are a Family owned, Family oriented organization that has grown from a single store to many stores throughout five states conveniently located in the same neighborhoods and smaller communities our customers and our associates call home!

Our company has a strong work ethic, dedicated associates and a passion for exceeding our customers expectations. We start by being in stock, everyday, with new merchandise arriving several times a week. Our fixtures are always filled with large quantities and a fantastic selection of affordable family clothing and home items.

Were committed to keeping our prices the lowest anywhere. With our Management Team and you, as part of our Friendly Store Team, we strive to keep our stores clean, full, and simple to shop, guaranteeing a pleasant shopping experience for the customer each time they visit. We want to be our customers First Place to Shop First Place to Save!

The Company is all about our people our valued customers and our talented associates. To be successful in retail, an associate must enjoy working with people. It takes special skills like willingness to help customers, patience, initiative, product knowledge, an understanding of Company policies and procedures and a positive outlook. At the Company we believe it is our responsibility as an employer to provide a new associate with all the tools they need to be successful in their new position.

Company Information:
National Stores d.b.a. Fallas Paredes is a regional retail chain featuring casual brand-name clothing for the entire family as well as domestics for your home. We focus on value-conscience customers who are looking for great bargains. We are based in Gardena California .

We are looking for a Planner to join our fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
- Develops and manages merchandise plans and open-to-buy in partnership with buyers.

- Forecast and update plans based upon sales trends and business objectives.

- Communicate funding course corrections to buyers and management.

- Develops unit assortment plans that maximize business and support financial plans.

- Validate unit assortment plans to insure they support presentation / space plans.

- Analyze business weekly to maximize sales, identify fast sellers and reorder opportunities.

- Identify liabilities and communicate markdown recommendations.

- Develop and provide appropriate business analysis to influence future assortment strategies.

Qualifications:
- 2 plus years experience in merchandising and/or merchandise planning.

- College degree or equivalent work experience.

- Excellent analytical and mathematical skills.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

- Knowledge of merchandise planning, forecasting, retail math and trend analysis.

- Experience in stores and/or assistant buying experience a plus.

- Knowledge and experience with JDA preferred.

- Computer skills Word, Excel, Outlook.


Benefits:
In exchange for your experience and abilities, we offer a competitive salary, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life and LTD Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K
Paid Vacation Time earned
Associate Discount
For Additional Information:
If you would like to join a winning team with a bright future, fax or email your resume with salary history to:

Fallas Paredes / Factory 2-U Stores
Attn: Human Resources
15001 S. Figueroa St.
Gardena, Ca 90248
fax: (310) 324-0323
Click Here to Apply via Email

Posted by Rosey Brown

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

ASSISTANT MANAGER needed for ZARA store in San Francisco (Downtown)

Seeking a hardworking, energetic individual who has a passion for fashion to manage our store in downtown San Francisco !!!


Company History

Zara USA, Inc. opened its first store 1975 in Spain and today has grown to an internationally known fashion retailer represented in over 68 countries. Our first store arrived to the United States in 1989 to the Lexington Ave location in New York City . Today, we have grown to over 35 stores nationwide and are continuing to grow in key main shopping districts through out the country. Zara is part of the Inditex Corporation, a publicly traded company on the Spanish Stock Exchange with over 7 commercial subsidiary companies and over 4000 store fronts worldwide. The Inditex group includes more than a hundred companies associated with different activities in the business of textile, fashion design, manufacturing, and distribution. The Zara subsidiary has consistently ranked as one of the top retailers worldwide with over 70,000 employees.

Job Description

We put our business in your hands. You will be managing an authentic fashion center, a model that doesn’t exist with other companies and goes far beyond other retailers. Zara stores are real 'fashion laboratories'. Zara managers monitor how merchandise is selling and transmit this information directly to headquarters. Our customers tell us what they want to wear, we listen to their opinions and tastes and the store team passes it on to our in house designers. With this valuable information our product development team swings into action to offer our customers new items every week.

Our managers are in charge of buying and reordering product that goes in his/her store, human resources, administrative duties, operations and visual merchandising. Your main responsibilities include:

* Coordinating daily activities
* Working with budgets and reports to analyze and make appropriate business decisions.
* Making all decisions regarding products in order to reach the sales objectives set for your store
* Organizing your staff in order to guarantee their involvement
* Maximizing all areas in the store, so the image of the company is presented to the fullest, through appropriate merchandising
* Ensuring outstanding customer service is provided to each and every customer where new fashion concepts are provided on an ongoing basis.
* Creating teams and partnerships with all members of the leadership team
* Ensuring optimum sales floor coverage and takes the appropriate action
* Making quick and appropriate decisions according to the needs of the business.

Job Requirements

* Organization, creativity, leadership and a strong passion for fashion.
* Excellent customer service skills, as well as strong knowledge of the fashion industry and its trends.
* At least 2 years experience in a similar retail management position in a fast paced environment
* Open availability and flexibility to work nights and weekends, including opening and closing shifts to meet the needs of the business.

Benefits

* Highly competitive base salary plus commission
* Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
* Generous vacation package
* Paid sick days
* Employee Discount
* Company paid holidays
* Gym Reimbursement
* Unique and fulfilling work environment
* Significant growth opportunities and professional development

Our company requires professionalism, imagination, high energy and team spirit. Sounds like you? Then apply now in consideration for this excellent opportunity.

Exempt position

Posted by Giselle Solorzano

Sunday, February 15, 2009

Northern California Gymboree Assistant Store Managers

Location :
1. San Francisco CA US 94103
2. San Francisco CA US 94118
3. San Francisco CA US 94123
4. San Francisco CA US 94132
5. Fresno CA US 93720
6. Monterey CA US 93940
7. Burlingame CA US 94010
8. Daly City CA US 94015
9. Palo Alto CA US 94304
10. Brentwood CA US 94513
11. Concord CA US 94520
12. Fairfield CA US 94533
13. Hayward CA US 94545
14. Napa CA US 94558
15. Pleasanton CA US 94588
16. Walnut Creek CA US 94596
17. Emeryville CA US 94608
18. San Rafael CA US 94903
19. Corte Madera CA US 94925
20. Capitola CA US 95010
21. Gilroy CA US 95020
22. Los Gatos CA US 95030
23. Milpitas CA US 95035
24. Santa Clara CA US 95050
25. San Jose CA US 95123
26. Stockton CA US 95207
27. Modesto CA US 95356
28. Santa Rosa CA US 95401
29. Folsom CA US 95630
30. Roseville CA US 95678
31. Vacaville CA US 95687
32. Sacramento CA US 95815
33. Anderson CA US 96007
34. Cupertino CA US 95014
Job Type : Full-time
Job Description :
Assistant Managers are responsible for supporting the leadership of the Store Manager and actively managing the sales floor. You will assist with the execution of all operating, visual and human resource processes and disciplines.
Job Requirements :

* Candidates must be skilled and experienced retail managers who have a passion to deliver unparalleled customer service and sales results.

* A minimum of 1-2 years of management experience required; specialty retail management is preferred.

* Full-time Assistant Managers must have an availability of 40 hours per week.

* Part-time Assistant Managers must have an availability of 20 hours or more per week.


Principals Only. EOE. No phone calls please.
The Gymboree Corporation is unable to provide relocation assistance for this position.
Posted by Jasdeep Sidhu

Monday, February 9, 2009

Gesinee's Bridal Seeks Sales Consultant (San Francisco)

Gesinee's Bridal is looking for Sales consultants.

Qualifications:
* Have a sales background in retail (Preferably women’s clothing, Bridal a plus).
* Mature minded, Reliable.
* Friendly, have an upbeat attitude & enjoy smiling.
* Self motivated, be able to multi-task.
* Like fashion & Love to sell.

In this position you will be trained to assist the brides in selecting the perfect gown for their occasion. Must have Superior communication skills and be a team oriented individual. Must be available to work on Weekends and some evenings until 8 pm.

If you fit these criteria and are interested in working at one of the largest and finest bridal salons in the San Francisco Bay Area in a fast paced, exciting and fun environment, please contact us by phone at 925-686-6444 (12 noon-6pm) or email your resume.

Gesinee's Bridal is an equal opportunity employer that provides medical, 401k, employee discounts, holiday & vacation pay for Full-time employees.

Posted by: Giselle Solorzano

Contact email:
gesineesbridal@sbcglobal.net

Ad Operations Manager (San Francisco, CA)

Want to be a part of the next big internet success story?
Want to be a tech pioneer alongside artists, athletes, musicians, and talent from around the globe?
Then you want to be at Slide.

About Slide:

We are the #1 developer of applications on social networks.

Our applications, like Slideshow, FunSpace, SuperPoke! and Top Friends, are as technically deep and sophisticated as they are popular.
Our 155+ million users make us one of the top 10 web properties in the world; that's serious scale.
Slide was launched by Max Levchin, who co-founded and sold PayPal for $1.5 billion.
Position Overview:

The Ad Operations Manager will collaborate with ad sales and all product groups to ensure that ad campaigns and units are designed, implemented, and served in the optimal fashion. This individual will be the central internal ad contact; responsible for overall ad optimization and managing the delivery of sales metrics and studies for campaigns, brand lift (third party) and general unit/campaign efficacy.

Responsibilities:

Work with account management and sales teams to ensure smooth delivery of campaigns at metrics that meet or exceed predetermined goals
Investigate and resolve campaign delivery/performance issues
Work closely with our third-party ad serving company for complex/custom campaign setup requirements
Collaborate with product teams to fully integrate third-party ad servers whenever possible
Review and provide feedback on new processes, product, and tool releases that will improve operational efficiencies
Communicate with sales and account management teams to implement client suggestions and improve the performance of campaigns
Collaborate actively with Product, Engineering, and Sales teams to drive the successful launch and sustainability of ad products.
Proactively monitor campaign, unit, and ad performance to foresee and resolve issues before they occur
Manage third-party advertising vendors including ad serving platforms, research and analytics companies, and ad networks
Oversee and perform empirical studies for the Sales team (case studies, unit performance, best practices, etc)
Manage inventory forecasts and set ad delivery guarantees accordingly
Requirements:

Very strong analytical and problem solving skills - enjoys working with numbers
Understanding of the online media sales and operations processes
Extremely detail orientated, have a strong quantitative background, and be ready to wear many hats
At least 3 years of experience with web analytics platforms such as Google Analytics or comScore MediaMetrix and ad-serving technologies such as DoubleClick DART or Atlas DMT
Tech savvy and ability to collaborate closely with Product and Tech teams to drive automation of projects and execute on custom ad implementation
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
BA/BS degree (CS, EE, Math, Stats preferred with course work in advertising, marketing, and/or business)
Previous experience at a start-up, in social media, or developing advertising products a plus

To apply for this job, copy and paste this url in a new internet window:
http://slide.jobscore.com/job_seeker/jobs/job_posting/a3g_rkWfyr3zHmaaWP50_m?Board=CraigsList&PID=18953

Posted by: Giselle Solorzano

Astor & Black Custom Clothing Sales Rep (Atlanta) (financial district)

Astor & Black is a luxury men's custom clothing company offering its customers the highest quality with pricing that represents an unprecedented value. Astor & Black takes pride in the generous commission, higher than the industry average, as well as support in the form of training, sales, marketing (national and local) and referral programs that it provides each of its representatives. Astor & Black is looking for a San Francisco rep who is motivated, honest, with excellent networking/social skills and an eye for style and fashion. If you fit the profile we are looking for please email your resume and you will be contacted shortly. Please check our website for more company related info www.AstorAndBlack.Com .

Contact Email: HumanResources@astorandblack.com


Compensation:
It has been our experience that those reps who meet the criteria listed have been able to continually expand their book of business and earn anywhere from $75-100k+ a year.

Please, no phone calls about this job!

Posted by: Giselle Solorzano

Bloomingdale's Direct seeks Copywriter (New York)

Bloomingdale's Direct

Position: Copywriter - Internet

Overview:
Bloomingdale's Direct has an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated Copywriter to contribute to our in-house online creative team. We are looking for an enthusiastic, organized person to help capture the season's important fashion/cultural trends and keep our online advertising modern, innovative, and inspired.

Key Accountabilities:
• Ensuring consistency and adherence to bloomingdales.com copy standards
• Writing informative, brand-right descriptions
• Effectively managing the production workflow for assigned families of business
• Attend all merchandise presentation meetings, make note of all new merchandise
• Maintaining high standards for writing and proofreading

Skills Summary:
• Bachelor's Degree in English, journalism, communications, advertising or marketing
• Minimum 2 years copywriting experience in advertising, direct marketing, promotion or publishing.
• Background in retail highly desirable.
• Ability to think strategically about interactive design and advertising.
• Strong conceptual skills with knowledge of how copy relates to art, design, graphics
• and typography.
• The ability to work independently as well as partner with others and work well within a team; ability to provide guidance and direction to junior team members.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to adhere to deadlines.
• Ability to write in various styles for diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with the Internet, with awareness and opinions of the direction of design and advertising.
• Working knowledge of Macintosh, proficiency with Word, experience with database tools, knowledge of Internet technology.

Posted by: Giselle Solorzano

Thursday, February 5, 2009

New Balance Footwear- Web Production Specialist

Company Name: New Balance Athletic Shoe
Job Category: Marketing
Location: Boston, MA
Position Type: Full-Time, Employee
Experience: 2-5 Years Experience
Date Posted: January 19, 2009 (Reposted Feb 3)

New Balance has a history of 100 years of enduring performance and is still running strong today. Part of what makes New Balance so unique is our commitment to making products that not only provide performance, but also superior fit and comfort. The same attention that is placed on our athletic shoes and apparel is also placed on our associates. We seek talented individuals that fit into our team-oriented atmosphere. Additionally, we are proud to have an environment that offers the comfort of a true work/life balance. If you are looking for a NEW BALANCE, read on!

As a Web Production Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the workflow of online creative traffic within New Balance and between New Balance, NBWebExpress.com, and our third-party design agency. You will translate internal creative, marketing, and operational direction for our design agency via written technical and creative briefs. You will be the liaison between New Balance and the design agency for the discussion of technical capabilities, brief requirements, and project launch considerations. You will manage the creative development process by maintaining a site editorial calendar, establishing a production schedule for each site, and ensuring deadlines are met for the timely development of creative assets. In this role, you will assist the Interactive Marketing Manager with the project management of major launches, creative change-outs, implementation of emerging media and technology marketing initiatives, and coordination of marketing programs that impact NB Web Express. You will ensure proper testing, QA, and UAT to validate that creative looks as intended and that technical pieces function properly. You will be required to proactively communicate within the team to keep members apprised of the status of projects and tasks.

Must have a minimum of 3 years experience in an online development environment managing web-based projects.
Knowledge of web-based coding and technology, plus experience with user interface trends, browser work arounds, and general Web design best practices.
Well-versed in a variety of software packages including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and Photoshop. Working knowledge of standard Web coding languages such as HTML and XML.
Excellent written, editorial, and communication skills.
Ability to build strong business relationships while coordinating external vendors and business partners.
Detail-oriented.
Strong project and time management skills required.

Our products are designed to meet the diverse needs of consumers and our benefits are designed to meet the diverse needs of our associates. We have developed a benefits package that is sure to fit your way of life. Our low-cost medical and dental coverage and onsite wellness program will help you lead a healthy lifestyle. We offer a 401k plan with an employer match, making it possible to save for retirement. Most positions offer a flexible work schedule, work from home options, and a 37.5 hour work week. We provide a generous vacation package and even allow paid time off to volunteer in the community. New Balance encourages its employees to take advantage of our tremendous training and development programs, as well as our tuition reimbursement plan. We are a business casual environment where our employees are encouraged to wear NB product which can be purchased with our significant employee discount. Parking is free at all of our facilities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

If interested, please apply online at http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=600938-13-8913

Posted by Rosey Brown 02/05/09

Monday, February 2, 2009

SALES EXECUTIVE – Inside Sales (SOMA / south beach)

AbsolutelyNEW, funded by a Tier 1 Venture Capital company in Silicon Valley, is building a world-class team and brand in the consumer products industry. Located in San Francisco’s Design Center District, AbsolutelyNEW is a leading product development and invention launching company. It is the launching pad for America’s inventions, a one of a kind exciting company with the challenge of developing and positioning America’s most innovative products. AbsolutelyNEW manages a portfolio of hundreds of inventions in a wide range of categories, from consumer products in such categories as: Health and Beauty, Lingerie, Sporting Goods, Infants and Children, Housewares, Lawn and Garden, Pet Care, Fashion, to high technology. Feel the excitement of being at the helm of a creative, forward thinking, pre-IPO company that launches patented cutting edge products.

To keep up with the challenges of working with hundreds of new consumer product inventions AbsolutelyNEW is looking to hire a Sales Executive whose role will be to sell services to inventors helping them get their patent, develop their invention/idea and license their product to a manufacturer. Sales persons who thrive in our environment are both creative and analytical. We seek individuals who are high energy, optimistic, resilient, assertive, and have outstanding follow-through. This is a unique and challenging opportunity with unlimited potential.

COMPLETE SUPPORT PROVIDED:
• No cold calling
• Appointments are pre-set and pre-qualified
• Complete training and support

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• 3-7 years Sales experience
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Must be a team player
• Excellent presentation skills with peers and groups
• Complete understanding of sales presentations, closing and communicating sales techniques
• Must have proven track record in exceeding sales quotas on a monthly basis

We offer successful candidates an excellent compensation package with base salary, commission and bonuses, competitive benefits package, unique work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualified candidates please email your cover letter and resume to: salesrecruiting@absolutelynew.com. No phone calls please.

Our office is located in the Design Center neighborhood with free shuttle service from BART. There is free street parking available and easy access to MUNI.

Check out our website: www.absolutelynew.com

All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. for any employer.




Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
Please, no phone calls about this job!
Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

Posted by: Giselle Solorzano

Custom Invitations :: Account Executive (Berkeley North / Hills)

Twig & Fig is an independent, couture invitation studio/retail storefront, located in North Berkeley with local, national and international accounts. We are currently seeking a sharp, attentive, upbeat, people-friendly, organized person to help us interface beautifully with an expanding clientele. This is a full-time position.

Our diverse business involves 3 aspects: couture invitations (retail & wholesale), in-house design & letterpress studio printing, and our paperie (retail storefront). We're looking for an exuberant, while grounded, person to work enthusiastically as the accounts coordinator of our intimate creative team.

This position will encompass two aspects: Accounts Coordination & paperie sales assistance: As Account Coordinator you'll be the friendly and knowledgeable contact person for all inquiries for wholesale and retail custom orders. Your responsibilities would be to:

• efficiently handle all incoming customers' phone/email inquiries through holding an enthusiastically thorough knowledge of our capabilities, products and services
• fulfill job financials: generate quote, invoices, process all A/R payments
• coordinate job details with production and printing teams to assure accurate and well-communicated details within team and relay info back to clients
• track and communicate regularly with customers/retail shops regarding job status

Paperie sales: your "office" will be the paperie storefront. so your duties will cross-over such tasks as opening/closing shop, assisting customers in a cheery fashion, checking-in/pricing new merchandise.

Sales assistant:if your experience/willingness permits; assist in consulting with walk-in clients who wish to order personal stationery, business cards, and wedding/event invitations.

What sort of person we're ideally seeking:
• 2+ years experience within retail store, stationery business or comparable
• passionate about customer service
• strong communication skills (verbal, phone, email)
• truly organized in all aspects, with strong emphasis on keeping focused
• detail-oriented at an efficient pace
• able to work autonomously--but enjoys the environment of team support
• strong computer skills, open to learning new software (and Mac platform)
• enthusiastic people-person with fun attitude and upbeat attitude
• enjoys prioritizing and proactively takes on tasks
• handles deadline-driven, stressful situations with ease and finesse
• creative background/strong eye/appreciation for graphic design welcome
• seeking a position where you can stay, grow, be appreciated and fulfill your talents and skills

the schedule: tuesday to saturday 10-6

To apply: please submit a cover letter describing how your skills would work well with this position along with a résumé of work experience pasted into the email document (or a PDF if you have a really lovely resume you want us to see :).

PLEASE, keep all communications about this job limited to email (no phone calls or in-store visits). We really appreciate your cooperation with this.

Thank you! We look forward to reviewing your application.




Compensation: starting at $30k; commensurate with experience. Health benefits + 401k plan offered.
Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
Please, no phone calls about this job!
Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

Posted by: Giselle Solorzano