American Girl NYC - Personal Shopping Assistant

Mattel • New York, NY

2d • $18 - $19

About The Position

The American Girl New York City retail store is looking for a dynamic individual as a Personal Shopping Assistant to provide administrative support to the American Girl Personal Shoppers, as well as providing personalized service to customers. The individual we seek has high energy and a positive attitude, is highly organized with strong time-management skills, efficient, flexible, team-oriented, and strives to create a positive experience for the client and their family.

Requirements

• 1 to 2 years of retail sales and service experience preferred.
• Must have computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Demonstrated ability working with a broad and diverse work force and customer base, including working with children.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player; flexible to meet changing business demands.
• Must be available to work evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in office administration a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Provide premium customer service by asking/answering questions, recording/resolving customer concerns, responding to special requests, assessing needs, and offering suggestions.
• Assist with the selling and booking of in-store special events and Bistro parties.
• Check in guests for in-store special events or parties and ensure gifts and goodie bags are ready.
• Assist with personal shopping appointments including preparation prior to the appointment (goodie bags, hold items, special requests) and assists on the sales floor as needed.
• Initiates and responds to client communications, schedules appointments, and follows up with client as needed.
• Utilizes Microsoft applications, including Outlook, to complete administrative duties.
• Keep up-to-date on product knowledge and services.
• Balances work tasks while supporting the Personal Shoppers individually.
• Follows all company standards, guidelines, policies and procedures consistently.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed