Assistant Boutique Shop Manager - Intake & Operations

Vida Style Shop; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

VIDA STYLE in Old Town Alexandria, VA is seeking an Assistant Boutique Shop Manager to lead our consignment intake, authentication, pricing, and processing of designer merchandise. The role combines leadership with expert knowledge of luxury brands and authentic practices, with a genuine passion for fashion.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will manage daily store operations, assist with inventory, support Shopify listings, and deliver outstanding service to customers and consignors.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused and fashion-savvy with luxury brand knowledge.
• Experience with consignment intake and authentication preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead consignment intake, authentication, pricing, and processing of designer, luxury, contemporary, and vintage items.
• Manage inventory workflows and consignor sales credits using the internal system.
• Support daily operations, coordinate team assignments, and act as Manager on Duty when scheduled.
• Deliver warm, attentive service and professional communication with customers and consignors.
• Provide occasional backup assistance with Shopify listings and online orders.

Skills

Customer-focused

Fashion knowledge

Designer brands

Inventory management

Leadership

Communication

Reliability

Education

Two years college coursework

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Free food & snacks
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Assistant Boutique Shop Manager – Intake & Operations

VIDA STYLE | Old Town Alexandria, VA

Full-Time | $21–$22.50 per hour | 35 - 37.5 hours per week

About VIDA STYLE

VIDA STYLE is a growing, independently owned consignment boutique specializing in luxury, designer, contemporary, and vintage fashion for women and men. Located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, we are one of the top destinations for curated luxury consignments. We’re passionate about sustainable fashion, exceptional customer service, and creating a welcoming, curated shopping experience.

About the Position

We're looking for a dependable, fashion-savvy, and exceptionally customer-focused Assistant Store Manager to lead our consignment intake process and support daily boutique operations. Strong knowledge of luxury and designer brands, with familiarity with authentication practices, is preferred. A genuine passion for fashion and personal style is essential.

Our ideal candidate takes genuine pride in their work, consistently follows through on responsibilities, and enjoys making every customer and consignor feel valued. They bring enthusiasm for fashion, sound judgment, and the initiative to keep things running smoothly without constant supervision.

Reporting to the General Manager, this position plays an active leadership role in daily store operations. The ideal candidate demonstrates initiative, exercises sound judgment, and makes thoughtful, independent decisions while recognizing when management guidance is appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Consignment Intake & Authentication: Lead the evaluation, authentication, selection, pricing, and processing of designer, luxury, contemporary, and vintage merchandise.
• Inventory Operations: Manage inventory workflows using our internal consignment and inventory management system, oversee merchandise preparation, and ensure accurate inventory records and consignor sales credits.
• Store Leadership: Support daily operations, coordinate team assignments, and serve as Manager on Duty when scheduled, including opening/closing, POS transactions, refunds, and cash handling.
• Customer Experience: Deliver warm, attentive service and communicate professionally with customers and consignors in person, by phone, and through email.
• E-Commerce Support: Provide occasional backup assistance with Shopify listings, online sales, and order fulfillment.

What We're Looking For

• Genuine enthusiasm for fashion, designer labels, and personal style.
• Previous retail experience required; supervisory or consignment experience preferred.
• Two years of college coursework or a college degree preferred.
• Excellent attendance, punctuality, and a strong commitment to scheduled responsibilities.
• A naturally warm, personable approach to customer service.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and independent judgment.
• A proactive, accountable work ethic and pride in doing the job well.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $21–$22.50 per hour, based on experience.
• Schedule: Full-time, 37.5 paid hours weekly, including every other Sunday. No Saturday work.
• Vacation: Two weeks of paid vacation annually, accrued based on hours worked.
• Sick Leave: Five paid sick days annually, with two days available immediately upon hire and the remaining three days accrued over the first year.
• Additional Benefits: Monthly health stipend and IRA retirement plan with employer matching, subject to eligibility and company policies.
• Growth: Keyholder responsibilities after successful training, typically within 60 days, plus opportunities for performance-based compensation increases.

VIDA STYLE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.