Keyholder

Zadig&Voltaire; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Zadig & Voltaire River Oaks Boutique in Houston seeks a confident Key Holder to support daily operations, deliver a seamless luxury client experience, and uphold the brand’s elevated standards. You will open/close, drive sales, and mentor brand ambassadors.

You bring proven client-focused retail experience, strong service orientation, and knowledge of luxury trends. The role offers growth in a fast-paced, fashion-forward environment and requires outstanding communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in client-focused retail sales with a track record of meeting personal sales goals.
• Strong commitment to excellent customer service and memorable shopping experiences.
• Knowledge of retail sales techniques and personalized service.
• Comfortable with store operations including replenishment, stocking, and visual presentation.
• Familiar with POS systems, MS Office, and Google Docs.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Passionate about luxury retail and knowledgeable about market trends.

Responsibilities

• Open/close store and oversee daily operations when management is off-site.
• Maintain a strong floor presence to drive sales and support the team.
• Deliver a personalized luxury client experience.
• Capture client data and support follow-up for clienteling goals.
• Replenish merchandise and keep the sales floor organized and stocked.
• Stay informed on product launches and brand initiatives to educate customers.
• Demonstrate strong styling and product knowledge.
• Use business reporting tools to identify opportunities and optimize daily performance.
• Leverage marketing tools to engage current and new clients and drive sales.
• Embrace and utilize technology to enhance customer experience.
• Show passion for the luxury sector and trends.

Skills

Client-focused sales

Customer service excellence

Retail sales techniques

Visual merchandising

Communication skills

Tools

Retail POS systems

MS Office

Google Docs

Job description

Founded in 1997 by Thierry Gillier, Zadig&Voltaire has redefined the very essence of luxury for a new generation. It is an exciting, highly successful French brand offering luxury fashion for women, men and kids. Indifferent to the norms, dictates, and codes of traditional luxury, the House has revealed over time its passion for freedom, an aspiration that fuels its creativity and perpetuates its audacity. Influenced by musical worlds, steeped in contemporary art, and distinctly Parisian, the brand has made duality its signature. The spirit of the brand is eternally youthful, encouraging its community to cherish uniqueness. Zadig&Voltaire emphasize the importance of expressing yourself, loving yourself, and cultivating an independent mind, to be free, again and again! Zadig&Voltaire is dedicated to nurturing the talents of tomorrow and supporting the development of its employees' skills in all the countries where the brand is present. Just like its founder, Zadig&Voltaire is an artistic company where employees are encouraged to be entrepreneurial and agile in a context of strong growth. Zadig&Voltaire fully embraces the complex challenges of the 21st century by actively engaging in its global sustainability program VoltAIRe. As an evolving global brand, Zadig & Voltaire is looking for talented people to get involved. Zadig & Voltaire is an equal opportunity employer Website.

About the Role

As a Key Holder at Zadig & Voltaire River Oaks Boutique location, you are a trusted brand ambassador and an essential part of the store team. You are responsible for supporting day-to-day operations, including opening and closing the boutique, delivering an exceptional client experience, and ensuring the boutique environment consistently reflects the brand's elevated standards. You will contribute to the store’s success through expert styling, attention to detail and commitment to client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Act as a dependable point of contact when management is off-site by assisting with store opening/closing and overseeing daily operations.
• Maintain a strong floor presence to drive individual sales and support the team in delivering seamless client experience.
• Ensure a consistently positive and personalized client experience by prioritizing the customer and maintaining the brand’s luxury presence throughout every interaction.
• Capture client data and support follow-up efforts to build lasting relationships and contribute to clienteling goals.
• Replenish merchandise and ensure the sales floor is consistently organized, styled, and fully stocked.
• Stay informed on key product launches and brand initiatives to educate customers and enhance selling conversations.
• Demonstrate strong personal styling and product knowledge to elevate the shopping experience.
• Utilize business reporting tools to identify opportunities, address challenges, and optimize daily performance.
• Utilize the available marketing tools to engage current and new business and drive sales.
• Embrace and utilize technology to enhance customer experience.
• Demonstrate a passion for the luxury sector and knowledgeable of industry, market and fashion trends.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Proven experience in client-focused retail sales with a strong track record of achieving personal sales goals.
• Strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service and ensuring a memorable shopping experience.
• Knowledge of retail sales techniques and a keen interest in providing personalized service.
• Comfortable with basic store operations, including replenishment, stocking, and visual presentation.
• Familiar with Retail POS systems, MS Office, and Google Docs.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Passionate about the luxury retail sector with an understanding of market trends and industry dynamics.
• Positive, flexible, and reliable, with a focus on contributing to the team’s success.

Preferred Skills

• Minimum 2 years of experience working within a retail sales environment; luxury retail experience a plus.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Zadig & Voltaire is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals and prohibit discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic.