Now Hiring - Fox Fine Jewelry - Jewelry Design Consultant - Growth Opp - FT/PT - Sales in Ventura, CA

Full description of the position

If your job is unfulfilling and below your potential, then consider a career in jewelry sales and design at Fox Fine Jewelry. This position is a good fit if you are creative, enjoy helping people and selling quality, artistic products. Most weekends are required.

To be considered, cover letters must why you believe a career in jewelry is a good fit for you.

About Fox Fine Jewelry

Voted “Best place to work in Ventura County,” Fox Fine Jewelry is an independent, family owned store that specializes in on-premises custom jewelry and repairs. Fox Fine Jewelry was named “America’s Coolest Jeweler,” the most prestigious jewelry award in the nation, and has been voted #1 in the county since 2008. A small, stable family owned business, they are dedicated to their community, actively supporting numerous charities and displaying local artists. The staff is dedicated to top-notch customer service, jewelry and gem education, and are team-players. You will be a part of the Fox Fine Jewelry family!

Position Overview

This is a part-time or full-time position. Jewelry Consultants develop lasting relationships with clients, helping them with the sale from start to finish, from the initial introduction to ensuring they're happy with their purchase. They help design custom jewelry pieces for clients, identify needed repairs, and educate clients on jewelry and gemology in the course of their sales presentation. All Jewelry Consultants are certified in jewelry and gemology, and are constantly making efforts to learn more!

We are an art gallery also. The vast majority of your time will be spent with jewelry.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer service and follow-up
• Develop relationships with clients
• Identify repairs, help design custom jewelry, and sell jewelry and diamonds
• Store maintenance, including display and cleaning
• Opening and closing the store
• Some at-home learning is required

Core Qualifications

• Jewelry experience is preferred but not required. We will train the right candidate!
• Two years experience in customer service, hospitality, or restaurant is required
• People person
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Self-starter entrepreneurial attitude
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple projects at a time
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Available weekend and evening hours, including some holidays
• Able to lift 20 pounds
• Willing to invest time in learning - you will become a Certified Sales Associate in jewelry

Earning Potential

Sales associates earn a base salary plus commission. Once you have become a jewelry expert, you can expect to earn $50,000 to $65,000 plus retirement contributions of $5,000 - $7,000 for full time work. It typically takes several months to achieve this level of financial success for associates. For those with no jewelry knowledge or retail sales experience it can take a year.

Benefits

Health Insurance, PTO/Sick/Vacation, 401k, Pension plan and great discounts on jewelry and jewelry repair!

This is a career opportunity to become an expert in jewelry. To be considered, cover letters must why you believe a career in jewelry is a good fit for you.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Application Question(s):

• Have you attached your cover letter describing why you want to become an expert in jewelry and have career in the jewelry industry?
• Are you able to work Saturdays?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Customer Service/Restaurant/Hospitality/Retail: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location