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Please do not respond to this ad if you do not have the necessary qualifications listed below. You must have at least 3 years fine jewelry and management/supervisor experience to be considered for this position.

Baraka team members must be dog friendly and not allergic. We are a dog-friendly company and hope to have a studio dog soon.

The applicant will have the beginning title and role of Assistant Manager (to grow into over time), along with the specific immediate responsibilities of overseeing Repairs and Customizable Jewelry Sales. It is desired and anticipated that this team member will be prepared to grow into a full Store Manager (with compensatory pay) within two years. The owner of the business will provide orientation for the position, but the employee must have experience with general jewelry store management/supervision, repairs and customizable jewelry sales.

Our Mission:

Baraka Gems is a full-service fine jewelry store in the PhinneyWood neighborhood of Seattle. We pride ourselves on being a rapidly-growing, independent, and social-entrepreneurial business. Our objective is to provide a refined, relaxed and reliable shopping experience for every client, every time. As a business that is passionate about charity, a portion of the profits of each sale goes to our sister non-profit, A Ring of Hope, to help support vulnerable children, particularly orphans in Kenya, East Africa.

Our Approach:

Baraka Gems is the highest online rated full-service fine jewelry store west of the Cascade Mountains in Washington. Why? Because we care about our clients! We hire people who care about people, and want to ensure our clients walk away not only with their fine jewelry needs met, but also feeling like family. Our motto to our clients is..."We would rather help you find what you want, than try to talk you into buying what we have".

Our Fine Jewelry Specialties:

- Custom Design
- Engagement & Wedding
- Vintage & Estate
- Gemstones & Diamonds
- Repairs
- We Buy Silver, Gold, Platinum and Precious Stones from the Public

Position Details / Benefits:

• Start Date: Position available immediately.
• Hours: This is a salaried position, with a minimum of 40hrs/week of in-studio coverage. (Tuesday-Saturday 10:00am-6:30pm with a half hour lunch). Must be willing to maintain flexibility to work any shift, holidays, special events, and to address emergency situations.
• Salary: $50-$60k annually.
• Continuing Education: This team member may be required to take approved continuing education classes in small business management as a part of this package, depending on their management experience.
• Medical Benefits: The employee will be offered the opportunity to, and will be expected to, choose between approved medical benefits plans.
• Profit Based Bonuses: Bonuses based on annual profit are distributed once a year for employees who work a minimum of 10 hours/weekly. Full time employees begin with 1%, and may be eligible for more at their manager’s discretion.
• Matching IRA: With employment within two consecutive calendar years, team members are eligible for matching IRA distributions up to 3% of salary.
• Discounts on Jewelry: Extensive discount program to be discussed.
• Paid Vacation/Sick Leave: 1 hour paid leave for every 40 hours worked (40 hours of leave can roll over year to year.)
• Advancement Opportunities: Opportunity for advancement is available, and long-term growth with Baraka is expected.
• Transportation: The team member hired into this position must have viable and reliable transportation.
• Allergies: Baraka team members must be dog friendly and not allergic. We are a dog-friendly company and hope to have a studio dog someday.
• Education: Completed bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in experience.
• Type of Employment: At-Will

Experience Required:

• Management experience (3 years minimum)
• Fine jewelry/precious mineral sales (3 years minimum)
• Experience identifying and evaluating precious minerals.
• Fine jewelry evaluation and repair experience
• Strong in standard computer software. Some systems we use include…Teamup, Airtable, Slack, Later, Google Docs/Microsoft Word, Google Sheets/Excel, Gmail, Lightspeed POS/CRM for retail, USPS/UPS/FedEx Shipping systems.
• Proficient in e-commerce software (we use Shopify)

Experience Desired:

• Knowledge of vintage/estate fine jewelry including eras and styles
• Retail online e-commerce product descriptions and listings
• Bilingual is desirable, but not required.

Primary Initial Responsibilities:

• Correctly Implementing all Studio Opening, Operating, Safety and Closing Procedures
• Receive, Evaluate, Price and Process all Incoming Repairs
• Retail Sales, Particularly Helping Engagement and Wedding Ring Clients Acquire Personalized Pieces from our House Brand Company
• Help In-Studio and Online Shoppers Receive Desired Prefabricated Pieces from Approved Wholesalers
• Face to Face Studio Sales with Clients, Including Processing Client Invoices, Payments, Receipting for Sales, Returns and Refunds
• Write Descriptions for New Fine Jewelry Products in Preparation for Posting on our E-Commerce Website
• Ordering, Receiving and Returning Products from Vendors
• Assist with Planning and Executing Special Sales and Events
• Maintaining Studio Cleanliness and Decorating

Management Responsibilities (to grow into over time):

• Ensure brand development and expansion
• Schedule, train, oversee, support and direct a small staff
• Oversee team member check-ins (evaluations), and coach staff accordingly
• Hiring and dismissing employees
• Conduct bi-monthly team meetings and oversee team member objectives and responsibilities from meeting to meeting
• Oversee, manage and develop each department including but not limited to custom design, customizable, repair, our online presence, and OTC buying
• Oversee showroom opening, closing and operational procedures
• Oversee showroom security systems and procedures, as well as maintenance and studio insurance coverage.
• Understand and Oversee team member Payroll, Medical Benefits Packages, FSAs, Simple IRA
• Oversee online sales platforms
• Oversee development and implementation of discount sales programs
• Using third-party sources, understands and can drive: Google and social media advertising and marketing, SEO, Radio Advertising
• Invoicing
• Bill pay
• Showroom merchandising and decorating
• Oversee bi-annual inventory and team retreat
• Understands QBO reports and can do analysis and projections
• Maximize financial performance of the showroom
• Be responsible for the overall operations of the business
• Be prepared to learn and oversee new responsibilities as they develop

Necessary Character Traits:

• Strong Work Ethic, Self-Initiator, Detail Oriented Person, Highly Organized, Can Multi-Task, Low Pressure Retail Sales Savvy, Good Memory, Good with Computer Systems, Trustworthy.
• Someone who can Anticipate Business Needs and Growth Opportunities.
• Good with people. Shows a good balance of strength and kindness.
• Demonstrate the core values of respect, honesty, integrity, confidentiality, diversity, inclusion and safety.
• Strong communication (written, verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ultimately we need a strong manager and sales associate who will make it their number one priority to ultimately take over the business operations, as well as someone ready to satisfy client's fine jewelry desires with Baraka Gems' products.
• Someone who is committed to making sure our clients feel welcome, comfortable and cared for; and who can sell them what they are looking for.

Join an amazing small team of people and help us put smiles on client's faces, and on the faces of vulnerable children around the world!

Any questions about this position, or to receive an official application, please respond to this ad. Please be sure to include a resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Experience level:

• 3 years

Ability to Relocate:

• Seattle, WA 98103: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person