Temporary Event Sales & Operations Associate

Brand Strategy

Our Brand mission is to inspire confidence and optimism, inviting everyone to shine bright and stand out.

Our Brand vision statement is: “Create Your Sunshine, A Resort State of Mind”.

Our Brand Equities are: Casual Glamour, Sunny & Spirited, and Charmingly Disarming.

About the Position

The Temporary Event Sales & Operations Associate supports the Wholesale team and is responsible for supporting the operational and sales needs of the business at off-site events.

A day in the life…

• Understand the overall concept of the Lilly Pulitzer brand, including the lifestyle, the client, the merchandise, and the heritage.
• Demonstrate the Lilly Pulitzer selling culture and ensure a positive client experience.
• Drive sales by providing an exceptional service while maintaining brand elevated merchandising product presentation on floor, engaging with clientele by sharing product knowledge and active listening/communication.
• Provide feedback to Wholesale team on selling opportunities and successes.
• Understand, embrace, and exhibit the Core Values set forth by Lilly Pulitzer.
• Ensure merchandise backstock is well organized in stockroom area and is easily located for replenishment for the sales floor.
• Understand the procedures for receiving new merchandise and handling merchandise discrepancies in keeping with the operational policies of event retailer.
• Contribute to positive environment through effective communication, teamwork and partnership with other vendor staff and onsite management personnel.
• Ensure standards of cleanliness, maintenance, and organization in stockroom and on selling floor.

Qualifications for the Position

• Prior retail or client service experience in the fashion, retail, or hospitality industry preferred.
• Be on your feet and maneuver on the sales floor and back of house area during shift hours.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients, Wholesale team contact and onsite management.
• Must reside in or near Palm Desert, CA area

Our Core Values: The Lilly Way. Rooted in our bold, original, and inclusive brand outlook, these principles define how we do things The Lilly Way.

• We take pride in the pursuit of excellence
• We create our own path
• We become stronger together
• We operate with integrity
• We make the world a brighter place
• We continuously improve
• We have fun in the process

Doing Our Part

As a company we commit to corporate social responsibility. We believe in doing the right thing for our people, the places we work, and our planet. We believe in a respectful and inclusive workplace. We recognize the importance of serving the communities where our employees work and live. We are cognizant of the impact that our operations can have on the environment and actively explore and pursue environmentally-friendly processes throughout our business. This position is expected to contribute to the advancement of these principles.

A Little More to Know...

• This position is classified as a temporary contract hourly position for the dates specified below. The days and standard work hours are listed below. Subject to change based on event needs.
• Sunday, Mar 1st through Sun Mar 15th - Shift 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.

Pay Range:

$18.00/hour - $20.00/hour

Pay is based on multiple factors, such as qualifications/skills/experience, geography, and state and local wage laws. In addition, bonus and/or commission and benefits including healthcare, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and product discounts may be offered.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making, lawful off-duty use of marijuana, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Lilly Pulitzer® participates in E-Verify. Details in English and Spanish. Right to Work Statement in English and Spanish.

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