Brand Ambassador (Portland / Vancouver)

Kering Eyewear, part of the global Luxury group Kering, is the most relevant player in the Luxury Eyewear market segment. We design, develop, manufacture, and distribute eyewear that blends creativity, innovation, and quality. Our portfolio spans a wide range of iconic brands including Gucci, Cartier, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, McQueen, Valentino, Chloé, Alaïa, Montblanc, Dunhill, Puma, and our proprietary brands LINDBERG, Maui Jim, and Zeal Optics. By combining industry expertise with a commitment to sustainability, we help our brands redefine design and craft eyewear that captivates consumers worldwide.

At Maui Jim, you can expect, a unique culture, a well-known brand, and the opportunity to grow with a company that has a great reputation. We offer an inclusive, collaborative and “high touch” work environment that values the members of our ‘Ohana. We work hard to develop our leaders who in turn develop their team members to reach their full potential, and we are committed to building a team that focuses on solid customer service.

If you would like to be part of an amazing adventure that is Maui Jim, check our current job openings and browse the site to learn more about our culture, benefits , and our Maui Jim 'Ohana! Aloha~

The major function of this position is:

To travel throughout the territory to sell and promote Maui Jim. Grow sales and increase business by calling on accounts to carry out the Company's marketing plans and policies.

Compensation: Salary: 60k- 65k; Commission

Territory: Portland / Vancouver

Base Location: Portland

The essential responsibilities and duties of this position are:

• Maintain and increase the sales of Maui Jim and Zeal Optics to accounts.
• Develop key relationships with accounts.
• Select clients for marketing that present the greatest potential for immediate and future sales.
• Work with District Director to effectively use call cycle software to develop an efficient and effective call cycle route.
• Track account visits and complete missions in Lae Ula app to provide Company with account data.
• Project a professional image to all classes of accounts while presenting company services and policies.
• Inform management of developments that may affect the territory's economy or potential growth.
• Effectively utilize literature and promotional material supplied by the Company.
• Maintain and establish the necessary territory records and information required by management.
• Enhance sales through influencing and motivating through effective training, communication and presentations skills
• Collect and supply information to management that can provide better service and penetration into our market.
• Represent the company when requested at professional meetings or industry functions.
• Record and document business expenses on a regular basis required for company payment.
• Perform other work-related tasks as requested or required.

Desired qualifications:

As a guide, indicated below is the preferred education and experience for this position:

• University degree in business field with a minimum of 2 to 3 years successful field sales experience. Experience in sunglass or optical industry is preferred.

In lieu of education, the following equivalent experience is preferred:

• High school graduate with 1 to 2 years college with a minimum of 3 to 4 years field sales experience. Experience in sunglass or optical industry is preferred.

Skills preferred for this position:

• Travel
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Strong people skills
• Self‑motivated
• Enthusiastic
• Possess ability to learn quickly and work with change
• Overnight travel required
• Aloha spirit

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Salary is only one component of total compensation at Maui Jim! You will also gain an amazing benefits package. Rounding out our benefits and compensation is our Aloha culture work environment.

Benefits Included:

• Low Insurance Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts (with Company Match)
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Critical Illness, and Accident Coverages
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401K Match
• Paid Bereavement
• Employee Assistance Program

*Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. All plans subject to eligibility requirements.