Full Time Key Holder

Company Description Spartina 449 is an internationally recognized lifestyle brand known for upscale designer handbags and accessories inspired by the coastal beauty and rich history of Daufuskie Island, South Carolina. Founded in 2009 by CEO Kay Stanley, the company blends linen, leather, and colorful patterns with timeless island stories to create distinctive collections. Spartina 449 products are sold in more than 1,500 specialty retail and boutique shops nationwide, as well as in eight branded stores across South Carolina, Georgia, and North Carolina. The company supports the Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation by donating a portion of its proceeds to preserve the island’s cultural heritage. Applicants can explore the brand and its style aesthetic at www.Spartina449.com and on Instagram and Facebook @Spartina449.

Role Description The Style Expert is a full-time, on-site role based in St Albans, responsible for delivering an exceptional customer experience that reflects Spartina 449’s coastal-inspired brand. Day-to-day, this role includes greeting and advising customers, curating looks and product pairings, and providing styling recommendations tailored to individual preferences and occasions. The Style Expert will maintain visual merchandising standards, ensure the sales floor is well-presented, and support inventory management, including stocking, tagging, and organizing products. This role also involves processing transactions, handling customer inquiries, and contributing to in-store events and promotions to drive brand awareness and sales. Collaboration with store leadership and team members is essential to meet sales goals and uphold Spartina 449’s service standards.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong customer service and client-facing skills, including active listening, clear communication, and the ability to build rapport with diverse shoppers.
• Candidates should possess styling and fashion advisory skills, with a keen eye for color, fit, and trends, and the ability to create coordinated looks that reflect the Spartina 449 brand.
• Candidates should possess sales and retail operations skills, including point-of-sale experience, cash handling accuracy, and an understanding of basic sales techniques.
• Candidates should possess visual merchandising and store presentation skills, with attention to detail in displays, signage, and product organization.
• Candidates should possess organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage busy periods, and maintain a tidy work environment.
• Candidates should possess teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with store leadership and colleagues in a fast-paced retail setting.
• Relevant experience in fashion, accessories, or lifestyle retail is beneficial, as is familiarity with luxury or boutique brand environments.
• A flexible schedule, including availability for weekends, holidays, and peak retail periods, and the ability to stand for extended periods