Senior Style Associate - Hubli - Gokul Road

Kushals Fashion Jewellery; Hubli; On-site; INR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Kushals Fashion Jewellery is seeking a Senior Style Associate to lead by example in a busy retail setting. The role centers on delivering exceptional customer experiences, driving sales, and maintaining store operations with a customer-first approach.

Ideal candidates have 2 years of retail exposure (or graduates with equivalent experience), strong cash handling and POS skills, and the ability to mentor teammates while maintaining polished presentation and grooming standards.

Qualifications

• 2 years retail experience or graduates with 2 years in retail
• Must be 20–35 years old
• Basic computer skills and Microsoft Office
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets
• Experience in customer service and building relationships
• Experience mentoring team members
• Handling cash transactions and inventory management
• Proficient in POS systems and retail tech
• Knowledge of visual merchandising principles
• Positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Excellent presentation and grooming standards
• Flexible to work varied shifts

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships and provide tailored solutions
• Achieve store sales targets and drive solution-based selling
• Upsell and cross-sell to increase average transaction value
• Demonstrate negotiation and objection-handling to convert prospects
• Adapt to changing customer needs and share insights with the team
• Manage store operations in the absence of the Store Manager
• Monitor inventory, replenishment, stock takes and turnover
• Follow SOPs and escalate bottlenecks promptly
• Lead by example and mentor new and existing staff

Skills

Customer service

Retail sales

Cash handling

POS systems

Visual merchandising

Team mentoring

Education

HSC or graduate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Senior Style Associate leads by example, delivering exceptional customer experiences, driving sales, and ensuring operational excellence with a customer-focused mindset and adaptability.

Job Description

The Senior Style Associate leads by example, delivering exceptional customer experiences, driving sales, and ensuring operational excellence with a customer-focused mindset and adaptability.

Job Title

Style Associate

Department

Retail Stores

Reports To

Store Manager

Role Summary

The Senior Style Associate leads by example, delivering exceptional customer experiences, driving sales, and ensuring operational excellence with a customer-focused mindset and adaptability.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Focus

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships by understanding their preferences and providing tailored solutions.
• Address issues professionally and ensure customer needs are met.
• Gather customer feedback to improve products and services while addressing any concerns promptly.

Sales Mastery

• Responsible for achieving store sales targets.
• Drive solution-based sales by understanding customer needs and offering relevant products and services.
• Focus on selling higher-value products to increase the average transaction value.
• Use upselling and cross-selling techniques to enhance customer engagement and meet sales targets.
• Demonstrate negotiation and objection-handling to convert prospects into loyal customers.

Flexibility and Change Management

• Adapt to changing customer needs and share product and customer insight with the team.
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills to address challenges and manage resistance effectively.
• Show learning agility by quickly adopting new processes or strategies to improve sales and service.

Decision-Making

• Utilize analytical thinking to make sound operational decisions.
• Independently manage store operations in the absence of the Store Manager, ensuring smooth functioning.

Store Operations Excellence

• Prevent shrinkage by closely monitoring inventory levels and minimizing discrepancies.
• Assist the Store manager in managing inventory processes, including replenishment, stock takes, and tracking product turnover.
• Ensure accurate inventory records and adhere to operational guidelines to maintain efficiency.
• Follow company policies, work processes, and enforce store standard operating procedures (SOPs). Escalate any identified bottlenecks.

Leadership Excellence

• Take charge of situations requiring immediate attention, including escalated customer issues, and ensure professional resolutions.
• Lead by example in fostering accountability, goal-driven performance, and ethical practices within the team.
• Assist in training and mentoring new and existing team members to improve their understanding of products and services.

Candidate Requirement

• Min HSC 2 years of retail experience/ Graduates with 2 years of experience in retail.
• Must be above 20 years of age and below 35 years of age.
• Basic computer skills and microsoft office
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets consistently
• Experience in providing exceptional customer service and building strong customer relationships
• Experience in mentoring team members
• Experience in handling cash transactions and inventory management
• Proficient in POS systems and other relevant retail technologies
• Knowledge of visual merchandising principles
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Excellent presentation and grooming standards
• Flexibility and adaptability to work varied shifts