PT Sales Associate: Malbon Golf

Flippa.com; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for dynamic Part-Time Sales Associates to join their boutique in Chicago. This role is perfect for golf enthusiasts who excel in customer service and are passionate about creating memorable shopping experiences. The ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple priorities while fostering brand loyalty. As part of a vibrant team, you will contribute to the store's success and engage with a community that values inclusivity and innovation. If you're ready to bring your enthusiasm for golf and exceptional interpersonal skills to a unique retail experience, this opportunity awaits you.

Benefits

Bonus Eligible

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

Employee Assistance Programs

401K

Accrued PTO

Employee discount for participating brands

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years required.
• Experience in retail or luxury retail preferred.
• Knowledge of golf and current events in the sport is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding in-store experiences to customers.
• Support sales initiatives and enhance team engagement.
• Maintain visual and operational standards in the store.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Skills

Golf Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Tools

Shopify

Google Workspace

Slack

Endear

Job description

About the Brand:

Malbon was born in Los Angeles during a transformative chapter in Stephen and Erica Malbon’s lives: parenthood. During this time, golf became more than just a game; it became a source of connection and purpose, providing a sense of grounding amidst a period of change. As their love for the sport deepened, they recognized both the beauty of its traditions and the opportunity to evolve them for a modern audience. Stephen and Erica sought to honor the heritage of golf while opening it up to a broader community, blending time-honored values with a fresh, creative spirit. Determined to push the game forward, they infused golf with the energy of fashion, music, art, and lifestyle sports. Their goal was to make golf inclusive and relevant to a new generation.

About the Role:

We are committed to finding exceptional talent to represent our Malbon boutique in Chicago. We are seeking dynamic Part-Time Sales Associates who are passionate about delivering outstanding in-store experiences, driving customer satisfaction, and fostering meaningful brand connections.

The ideal candidate excels at creating positive, lasting customer interactions while building brand loyalty. They thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, adeptly balancing multiple priorities and consistently putting the customer first. Key responsibilities include supporting sales initiatives, enhancing team and customer engagement, maintaining visual and operational standards, and contributing to the overall success of the store. This role may include opening and closing responsibilities and the potential for keyholder duties.

As part of the Leap platform, this individual will have the unique opportunity to support other brands in our portfolio through new store openings, activations, and coverage needs. Familiarity with emerging retail technologies such as Shopify, Endear, Slack, and Google Workspace is a strong advantage.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum Age: Must be at least 18 years old to align with company standards.
• Comprehensive knowledge of golf, including technical expertise and awareness of current events in the sport, is required.
• Experience: A background in retail, luxury retail, or high-touch client-facing roles, demonstrating expertise in premium customer service, brand representation, and building relationships with discerning clients.
• Availability: Flexible and adaptable to meet business needs, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, showcasing a commitment to operational excellence.
• Physical Requirements: Maintain an active presence on the sales floor, with energy and focus while standing, walking, using ladders, and lifting up to 50 pounds to meet business demands and deliver an elevated customer experience.

Hourly Pay Range: $16/hr to $18/hr. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, competencies, and qualifications.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Golf Enthusiast - you're not only a fan of the sport but are on the course any chance you get! Your knowledge and interest expands far beyond just the players on tour and golf courses in your neighborhood. You are able to speak on the "fitting process", how to select the right golf ball and the impact a particular shaft on a club can have on a player's performance.
• Customer-Centric - seeks to create genuine and authentic connections, anticipates needs and possesses exceptional selling skills.
• Adaptable & Entrepreneurial: Thrives in a dynamic, matrixed environment by staying nimble, maintaining a growth mindset, identifying root causes, and creatively solving challenges.
• Collaborative Team Player: Actively seeks and offers feedback, excels at building relationships, and thrives when working closely with teams.
• Strong Communicator: Effectively shares information, listens actively, and builds positive relationships with team members and clients to support a collaborative environment.
• Professional & Reliable: Consistently punctual and dependable, adept at handling client inquiries, complaints, and requests with empathy and professionalism.
• Brand Champion & Product Expert: Demonstrates deep product knowledge and delivers accurate, valuable insights to enhance the client experience.
• Detail-Oriented & Efficient: Consistently produces high-quality, polished work with exceptional efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s):

• Sales Performance: Drive results by focusing on conversion rates, Units Per Transaction (UPT), Average Unit Retail (AUR), and return clients.
• Excel in customer retention by delivering personalized experiences, leveraging effective networking, and maintaining exceptional Net Promoter Scores (NPS), fostering lasting relationships and loyalty.
• Task Management: Demonstrate efficiency and reliability in completing tasks accurately and on time.

About Leap:

The Leap platform powers insight-driven retail stores for modern brands, delivering superior performance with minimized risk. We manage 100+ stores across the country proudly partnering with trailblazing brands such as Billy Reid, Frankies Bikinis, Grown Brilliance, Malbon Golf, MZ Wallace, Paper Planes, Ring Concierge, SET and many others. To hear more about our platform directly from our CEO, click here!

Leap Perks:

• Bonus Eligible
• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits (must average 32+ hours a week)
• AllOne Health - Employee Assistance Programs
• 401K
• Accrued PTO:
  • Part-Time hourly employees can accrue based on local laws
• Employee discount + wardrobe allotment for participating Leap brands

In order to achieve our mission, we need to work hard to create a diverse community of Leapers to support the brand and customers we serve and help us all grow and thrive individually and as a team. Our differences make our organization special and are paramount to our culture. Your age, skin color, beliefs, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, parental status, vet status, gender identity are valued.