Keyholder FT

AKIRA KeyholderIn 2002, AKIRA opened the doors to its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago. Since then, the company has extended its reach to 40+ stores across the United States, as well as a thriving eCommerce business (shopAKIRA.com). AKIRA is extremely well-poised for sustained growth as we continue to build a nationally recognized brand.AKIRA's culture has one very large, distinct difference from other high fashion competitors: Other-Worldly Customer Service and Fanatical, Obsessive Attention to the consumer's needs and desires. The core principle for all employees at AKIRA is to Act and Think Like an Owner, and this belief can be reflected across all areas of the company.Position: KeyholderPosition Summary:AKIRA Keyholders are fanatical salespeople, driven by goals and eager to take on leadership roles. As top performers, they support the assistant manager in achieving store objectives while assisting stylists and cashiers to ensure an exceptional customer experience from start to finish. Our mission is to make customers look and feel amazing! By leading through example and adopting an ownership mindset, our store leaders are relentless in pursuing both personal and store success.Essential Functions:Foster and maintain high store moraleStrengthen and uphold our selling culture through the 5 steps of sellingEnforce and adhere to all AKIRA policiesConsistently achieve and exceed individual sales goalsDrive the store to meet and surpass daily, weekly, and monthly sales targetsLead by example, embodying and promoting AKIRA's culture and 4 principlesSupport the team by completing necessary operational tasksFulfill all end-of-shift responsibilities as directed by the ManagerAddress customer questions and concerns with professionalism and careMaintain a clean and organized store environmentQualifications:1-2 years of experience in retail sales or a related customer-facing role is preferredProven track record as a top performer in sales is often a plusOpen availability and flexibility to meet the needs of the storeGenuine passion for fashion and staying on top of trendsHigh energy and a strong work ethicExcellent communication and organizational capabilitiesExperienced in visual merchandising and delivering exceptional customer serviceOpen-minded and positive when embracing new directions or changesDedicated to maintaining a clean and well-organized workspaceDependable, honest, and trustworthySkilled in juggling multiple tasks and prioritizing workloads efficientlyPhysical RequirementsAble to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. as neededAbility to stand and walk for long periods (up to 10-12 hour shifts)Benefits & Perks:AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full-time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and a generous employee discount. We're committed to internal growth, providing meaningful development and career advancement opportunities.Compensation: At AKIRA, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Additional compensation and benefits may also apply and will be discussed during the hiring process.Job Type: Full Time