Job Description:

Why Meridian?Meridian Boutique was founded in 1993 by Andrea "Andi" Bennett on a mission to help women elevate their daily lives through clothing. Since the early 1990s, Meridian has stayed true to its roots by offering two key components: classic clothing with current relevance and a retail environment that has a neighborhood feel. Style takes precedence over fashion in the Meridian experience: it's uncomplicated, genuine, and lacking in excess.Our "Help First" culture promotes respect, politeness, consideration, and empathy. It also creates a family-like atmosphere and focuses on giving back to the community. The company's entrepreneurial spirit fosters excellent experience and career opportunities, which are complemented by our great incentive benefits July 2023, Meridian expanded its horizons with Meridian Men, steps away from Meridian Boutique in Downtown Bozeman. Embracing the Montana state of mind, Meridian Men offers a curated selection of premium menswear and handcrafted essentials. Haley and Josh, carrying Andi's legacy forward, infuse Meridian Boutique and Meridian Men with a modern flair, ensuring every shopper finds their signature style.About YouAs a sales associate, you are excited to inspire, engage, and captivate clients through your professionalism, warmth, and knowledge. A burgeoning expert in all things fashion, you're up-to-date on the latest trends and thoroughly understand Meridian Men brands. Your expertise and keen visual eye mean you're well equipped to help clients find the right pair of tailored denim, the perfect men's plaid shirt for their regular rotation, or make a trend accessible for their everyday life. If seeing a client's face light up when they find the perfect piece lights you up then Meridian Men is the place for you.Friends describe you as a "people person" who is responsible, fun, and flexible - you're that organized friend who is on time for everything and makes restaurant reservations but is also happy to go with the flow. At work, you're meticulously organized regarding things like receiving inventory and processing transactions, but you can also happily roll with the punches of a lively retail environment.About the RoleThe sales associate handles the store's day-to-day responsibilities, including customer service, sales, basic store maintenance, inventory, and merchandising. In this multifaceted role, you'll spend most of your time on the sales floor, focusing on meeting or surpassing monthly sales goals and providing exemplary customer service to clients.When you're not on the sales floor, you'll be processing shipments and inventory, completing necessary paperwork and reports, accurately ringing up transactions, providing courteous and professional customer service over the phone, maintaining the store's cleanliness and organization, and creating compelling visual merchandising displays on mannequins and store windows. You'll also be expected to stay up-to-date on vendors, current trends, and merchandise (specifically regarding fit and styling).Qualifications and ExperienceThe detailspoints listed below are required as a Sales Associate:Prior experience working in retail sales or hospitalityElevated retail sales experience is preferredHigh school diploma or GED, B.A., B.S. preferredAvailable to work evenings, weekends, and holidaysBe open-minded, unentitled, and maintain realistic expectationsSelf-motivated, enthusiastic, reliable, trustworthy, and confidentialAbility to adaptpivot to frequent shifts in directionGood sense of humor and cheerful attitudeAwareness of fashion brandsStrong fashion sense and personal styleAbility to spend multiple hours on the sales floorAvailability to work extended hoursAttend training as scheduled or if deemed necessary to become a stellar style consultantMaintain clear and open communication with clients, team members, and management with the ability to be comfortable with constant feedbackPerksBenefits*Exceptional opportunitiesCompetitive earningsGenerous fashion discountMonthly Bonus PlanPTO {Paid Time Off} accrualHealth Benefits* Benefits vary based on positionShift Duration: 5 - 8 Hour Shift* Shift Length Varies Upon PositionJob Types: Full-time, Part-timeShift:4 hour shift8 hour shiftDay shiftEvening shiftMorning shiftWeekly day range:Monday to FridayWeekends as neededEducation:High school or equivalent (Required)Experience:Retail sales: 1 year (Required)Work Location: In person