PT Bookseller - Bookmarc

Marc Jacobs International, powered by the creative genius of Marc Jacobs, seeks a part-time Bookseller to join its Bookmarc store in Manhattan, New York. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and organize inventory on shelves, ensuring that stacks are neat, and organized.
• Assist with replenishing stock on shelves and locating items for customers, including making sales suggestions when appropriate.
• Create and refresh visual displays and merchandise tables that are aesthetically pleasing and highlight new product/book launches, monthly/seasonal themes, and current trends.
• Process POS (point of sale) purchases, and complete register transactions accurately and quickly.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers where you engage with them and share your love and knowledge of books and make relevant recommendations.
• Educate yourself continuously on books and the industry, supporting the store with this knowledge to give customers a great experience when they visit and shop.
• Achieve and exceed the personal sales goals 
• Assist in bi-annual inventory cycle
• Follow all store operational policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years retail experience 
• Previous experience specifically as a bookseller or in a literary environment a plus but not required. 
• Excellent organization skills
• Customer service skills
• Familiar with Excel, Word and Internet 
• Must be able to lift boxes ranging from 10-50 lbs on a day-to-day basis
• This position is a part-time role. As such, and in order to meet our business needs, it is essential that you are available to work a minimum of three (3) weekdays per week and open availability on one (1) day every weekend

SALARY & BENEFITS/WHAT WE OFFER: 

The compensation for this position ranges from $16 to $18 per hour plus commission. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidate’s relevant skills and experience. If applicable, we offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, vacation time, sick and personal time, medical, dental and vision insurance, and 401k matching. We also offer discounts on travel, entertainment, and more through our partnership with PerkSpot. MJ employees also receive discounts on MJ products throughout the year, as well as access to discounts on other LVMH brands.

ABOUT MARC JACOBS

For nearly 40 years, Marc Jacobs has been a driving force in fashion with his philosophy: pioneering designs, an irreverent spirit, the everyday and the extraordinary. Today, the brand continues to make its Marc as rebellious, unpredictable, and original.

Our work is founded on our core brand pillars: unexpected, utilitarian, urban, unisex, and unique. NYC in design and spirit, our teams thrive off relentless authenticity, an openness to standing out, and inclusivity for all.

EEO STATEMENT

Marc Jacobs International was founded on Marc’s vision of celebrating uniqueness and being Perfect as You Are. We are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, background, and experience – all essential to our spirit of innovation and creativity. In line with this commitment, we believe that the best candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in different ways. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the listed qualifications.

Marc Jacobs International is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.