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Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

Launched by Talbots in October 2020, Haven Well Within empowers women to prioritize their wellbeing at home so they realize their full potential in the world. We believe in the importance of enhancing our lives by taking time for ourselves and thoroughly enjoying every moment of life while being at home. Our homes should be a place of comfort where we feel nourished, contented and encouraged to dream. Haven Well Within offers a beautifully curated collection of life-bettering products to do just that. Haven Well Within is available in select Talbots stores and online.

What We Offer:

• Growth! Here at Haven Well Within our goal is to give you the tools to grow beyond this position and into the next
• Complete Benefit Package! Our benefits kick off the first day of the month after your starting date.
• Generous Discount of 50%
• Other Perks: Referral Incentive Program, discounts on travel, shopping, concerts and more.

What we Value :

• We believe home should feel like a haven: A place to unwind, recharge, and nurture every part of yourself. Because when women create time and space to practice self-care, they become their most healthy, powerful, and fulfilled selves.

Who You Are:

• Highly motivated by the idea of driving a new concept business in an innovative environment.
• Customer-centric, understanding the importance exceptional service contributes to growing store sales.
• An effective leader with the ability to influence others into action through inspiration and involvement.
• A role model for creating exceptional customer experiences and build enduring relationships both internally and externally.
• Social media savvy with the ability to use social media tools to craft and release content to our social channels.
• Ambitious and enthusiastic in creating an environment for both the store and team to succeed. You thrive in a diverse environment.
• A solution-oriented thinker who embraces challenges and can demonstrate adaptability when operating with evolving priorities.
• A skilled visual merchant with ability to craft compelling displays.
• You possess the technological aptitude to navigate, coach and train computer/iPad/handheld systems.
• An experienced leader - specialty retail preferred.
• Comfortable climbing ladders, moving around regularly, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Able to bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry, and move at least 40 lbs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the business including opening/closing shifts as well as weekends and holidays.
• Have open availability of 40 hours per week.

What You'll Do:

• Lead a team in creating a hospitable environment for customers and associates alike.
• Partner with the merchant team to create compelling presentations.
• Support the execution of visual merchandising and product placement updates; oversee the processing of freight and inventory management.
• Craft content for social media that will increase brand awareness.
• Educate, coach, mentor and inspire all store associates based on their individual strengths, opportunities and needs.
• Create a relationship-based selling culture where all associates align around the needs of our customers to drive customer loyalty and a sustainable sales trend.
• Maintain knowledge of business and competitive landscape, fashion trends and key business drivers to strategically identify opportunities.
• Able to organize , prioritize, and manage assignments and deadlines effectively while also being able to work  independently.
• Protect company assets and maintain a safe work environment.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as local, state, and federal employment laws.

Note: This position description is intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. It is not intended to be inclusive of all duties and responsibilities and is subject to change.

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Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.