What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Associate & Manager Assistant position at Monkee's of Knoxville?
Sales Associate & Manager Assistant
Monkee's of Knoxville is the ultimate destination for ladies' clothing, shoes, and accessories, offering a fun and personalized boutique shopping experience. Located in Knoxville, TN, Monkee's of Knoxville prides itself on providing high-quality fashion, exceptional customer service, and a welcoming environment where customers can find pieces they love.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role (30–40 hours per week) for a Sales Associate & Manager Assistant at Monkee's of Knoxville. This position combines exceptional customer service and sales with day-to-day operational, marketing, and event support. The ideal candidate is personable, organized, fashion-forward, and eager to take on a variety of responsibilities within a fast-paced boutique environment.
What You'll Do
- Greet and assist customers with a warm, engaging, and personalized approach
- Provide styling recommendations and knowledgeable guidance on products, fit, and current fashion trends
- Build meaningful customer relationships and contribute to an elevated boutique shopping experience
- Process transactions accurately and efficiently
- Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing sales floor and fitting rooms
- Assist with inventory management, receiving, restocking, and merchandise organization
- Support management with daily store operations, team coordination, and administrative tasks
- Assist with marketing initiatives, including product photography, social media content creation, and posting across digital platforms
- Help plan, coordinate, and execute in-store events, trunk shows, and other customer-focused experiences
- Support community outreach efforts and local partnerships to strengthen Monkee's presence within the Knoxville community
- Collaborate with team members and management to achieve sales goals and support overall store performance
Qualifications
- 1 years of retail, sales, or customer service experience preferred
- Bachelor's degree preferred; studies or experience in retail merchandising, fashion, marketing, or a related field are a plus
- Passion for fashion and knowledge of current trends and styles
- Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Strong sales and relationship-building abilities
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Creative mindset with an interest in social media and marketing
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
- Positive, energetic, and professional attitude