ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Note: Other duties may be assigned)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Hire, train, motivate and retain a team of qualified associates that communicate and represent the Pura Vida lifestyle
• Maintain payroll budget, and manage controllable expenses to maximize profitability
• Develop Pura Vida loyalty by creating an outstanding experience for both associates and customers
• Lead the team with exceptional sales and strong MOD presence while on the floor, setting the pace for team
• Promote community involvement to drive brand awareness and loyalty
• Communicate the Pura Vida brand aesthetic, philosophy and lifestyle to the sales associates and guests
• Uphold the Pura Vida brand standards through exceptional visual merchandising
• Provide a clean, organized and inviting environment for both customers and associates
• Oversee daily, weekly, monthly processes to ensure operational integrity
• Manage all human resource related tasks including recruiting, onboarding and I-9 compliance, performance management, payroll and scheduling, health and safety, and store security
• Maintain a knowledge of established policies and procedures

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Graduate or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Retail Management or related field preferred
• Prior retail experience strongly preferred
• 2+ years management experience required; or proven Pura Vida management ability required
• Experience in specialty retail strongly preferred
• Experience with retail POS system a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Polite and professional
• Exceptional sales skills
• Ability to lead, motivate and promote a team environment
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong PC skills utilizing Microsoft Office software
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Available to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
• Strong team player

ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Constant walking and standing; frequent bending, stooping and reaching
• Strong sensory skills such as good eyesight, good hearing, and dexterity
• Ability to consistently lift 10-35 lbs; Occasionally lift up to 55 lbs with the ability to push or pull more than 55 lbs
• Occasional overnight travel as required for company business