Stylist - Traverse

l.a.cool offers a curated selection of elevated wardrobe essentials and statement pieces that inspire the modern woman in everyday life, on vacation, and during special moments.

The store was founded by Lisa Cool Dykema in 2021. It is not just named after Lisa, whose maiden name was Lisa Anne Cool, but also a description of the effortless style of the sophisticated woman that is functional, beautiful and ageless.

Our first location opened in Traverse City, Michigan, in 2022, and has been warmly welcomed by both the local community as well as the online community. Brands that will be represented in the store include Tibi, Zimmermann, TWP, Kallmeyer, Anine Bing, Rachel Comey, Ulla Johnson, Nili Lotan, Sablyn, Toteme, Frame, Lisa Yang, Agolde, Mother, Staud, SLVRLAKE, and more.

We are seeking energetic and motivated stylists and sales associates for our Traverse City store.

The ideal candidate is passionate about fashion, has the desire to cultivate and grow customer relationships, and will bring her creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.

Responsibilities:

• Greeting and engaging customers
• Generate sales and build customer relationships
• Demonstrate a complete knowledge of the merchandise, featured designers, and fashion trends to maximize sales opportunities
• Be a quick thinker who listens to customers and identifies their needs, including curating outfits that fit their body type, lifestyle and sense of style
• Be prepared to continue client development beyond the initial transaction, utilizing phone, email and written follow-up contact
• Maintain the housekeeping and visual standards of the store
• Assist with daily store operations including (but not limited to) inventory management, online fulfillment, visual merchandising
• Have the computer skills to operate the POS register, email systems, and E-commerce website
• Follow all store operational policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• Prior selling or customer service experience preferred
• Prior retail experience a plus
• Must be a sales-driven, self-motivated, goal-oriented individual
• Must have a positive, friendly, outgoing and engaging personality
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must be willing to take the first step to initiate contact with customers and identify their shopping needs
• Comfortable, knowledgeable using technology in a sales environment
• Must be able to lift, carry or otherwise move objects weighing up to 20 pounds when merchandising the sales floor, and use ladders or stairs
• Must have flexibility to work weekends and evenings as needed

Compensation:

The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive compensation package which may include short and/or long-term incentives, wardrobe allowance, and merchandise discount