Careers
We have always been innovators, with a history of introducing new kinds of clothes and developing our own unique fabrics. Today we draw on our rich heritage to create clothes that are both timeless and modern. Sunspel has always been a peculiar combination of tradition and innovation.
The company is based in Long Eaton, near Nottingham, in the factory we have occupied for the best part of a century. We continue to draw on the traditional clothing techniques and expertise of the Nottingham area where the company was founded back in 1860. We also have offices in London, where the marketing, online and wholesale team reside.
We are always on the lookout for interested, knowledgeable individuals with a passion for craftsmanship and exceptional customer service. If you’d like to speculatively send through your CV, we’ll always consider you when a suitable position does become available.
If you think you’d be a positive addition to our store team, you can email your CV to: recruitment@sunspel.com
Our Company
Sunspel is renowned for its authentic British heritage of over 150 years and for mastering the art of timeless, luxurious, everyday clothing. Heritage and innovation combine beautifully to deliver collections of exceptional quality and style with understated design at their core. Sustainability is at the heart of the brand, and we remain a family-style business, sourcing our cotton direct from farmers and manufacturing mostly in the UK.
Sunspel has boutiques in London, New York and Tokyo and is stocked in some of the most luxurious retailers globally. The business has experienced exceptional growth and success over recent years with a thriving online division. This is an extremely exciting time for the brand, and we are strengthening our teams in order to lead and nurture growth in the coming years. The successful candidate will play a key part in building the future of Sunspel whilst being part of a committed, passionate, and inspiring team with a strong entrepreneurial spirit.
Assistant Store Manager (Madison Avenue, New York)
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Assistant Store Manager to join our New York Retail team.
Key Responsibilities
• Managing the store and employees, creating a positive and motivational environment, encouraging them to generate sales and provide exceptional customer service
• Exceeding store and personal targets and KPIs
• Ensuring the store is always presentable and according to merchandising standards
• Analysing sales and key performance indicators and taking the required actions to drive these
• Reaching out and maintaining a good relationship with local businesses and neighbours
• Administrative duties such as reporting daily sales figures to head office, organising the staff rota and payroll
• Supporting with hiring and team development
• Responsible for store stock management
• Responsible for driving store marketing and VIP client relationships
Experience and skills
• Minimum of 2 years retail experience
• Sales driven and results oriented
• Organised and service minded
• Able to multi-task and delegate tasks
• Excellent written and verbal skills
Where will you work
• This position is 100% instore
• Flexibility in schedule including working weekends & holidays with the needs of the business
• Requires constant movement in and around all areas of store
• Ability to lift, bend, kneel, climb, crawl and/or twist, and safely climb up/down a ladder
• Ability to lift, push, carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and move for an entire shift
Schedule
Full-Time employees are expected to have open availability, 7 days a week, between 32 - 40 hours. All employees without exception are expected to be able to work during the company's Blackout period, from the week of American Thanksgiving (including Black Friday and Thanksgiving weekend) through the end of the holiday season (the 1st week of January).
What we offer
• Monthly retail commission scheme which may result in higher compensation
• Clothing allowance
• Employee discount
• 401k matching
• Medical, dental and vision plans
To apply please send a CV and covering letter to: recruitment@sunspel.com
Senior Sales Associate (Marin Country Mart, Larkspur, California)
The Role
The Senior Sales Associate Keyholder will be responsible for supporting the Store Manager in overseeing store operations, a high level of customer service and driving sales to ensure store goals are met/ exceeded.
Responsibilities
• Provides an amazing shopping experience that will encourage customers to return.
• Displays product knowledge and customer experience skills.
• Provides leadership support and help run the store when managers are away.
• Understands store sales plan and company sales goals and helps drive sales by increasing key performance indicators.
• Covers the sales floor zone and ensures that assigned areas are up to visual standards.
• Assists in the opening and closing of the store.
• Works the register, processes sales transactions, and uses product knowledge to drive add on sales.
• Closes out the register and communicates any shortages or overages to the store manager.
• Assists with planogram changes including store map, wall, fixture, and merchandising mix.
• Work with store management to ensure there’s no misuse of company property or theft.
• Supports the maintenance and organization of the stock room.
• Trains and coaches new sales associates as needed to help them quickly get acclimated to the team.
What you will bring
• 2-3 Years’ experience in a sales role or hospitality setting
• Strong organizational skills, multi- tasker and ability to delegate where necessary
• Excellent written, communication and interpersonal skills
• A knack for attracting, identifying and inspiring employees
• Excellent Microsoft Office Suite, NetSuite skills
• Team player with a can-do attitude
Schedule
Full-Time employees are expected to have open availability, 7 days a week, between 32 - 40 hours. All employees without exception are expected to be able to work during the company's Blackout period, from the week of American Thanksgiving (including Black Friday and Thanksgiving weekend) through the end of the holiday season (the 1st week of January).
What we offer
• Monthly retail commission scheme which may result in higher compensation
• Clothing allowance
• Employee discount
• 401k matching
• Medical, dental and vision plans
To apply, please send a CV and covering letter to: recruitment@sunspel.com