melin Retail Sales Expert – Bilingual Japanese/English Waikiki, HI

At melin we believe that with more thought, time and care invested into how we make our

products that we can actually extend the life of our hats and the adventures we take them on.

We are looking to expand our internal family and are seeking one incredible human capable of excellence in a fast-paced work environment and eager to join an elite, yet small team of “Aplayers”.

As a Sales Expert you will provide the highest level of connection and focus to each guest that enters a melin store.

To always put the guest first, and work to build a lifelong relationship with them and the melin brand.

You will be responsible for opening the business and setting up for a successful and/or shutting down and managing the drawer and daily revenue drop.

Their duties also include handling operational procedures, managing cashiers, providing premium customer service, setting alarms, and

keeping the store clean and organized.

The Sales Expert should have scheduling flexibility, customer service orientation, an entrepreneurial mindset, and team player attitude.

We have the following position(s) open for this role:

• Full Time (32 + Hrs Per Week)

· Development and Growth Opportunities

· Employee Discount to all Archipelago brands (OluKai, Roark, Melin, Kaenon)

· Comped yearly product from all Archipelago brands

· Flexible work schedule

· Snack/beverage reimbursement up to $75

· Bonus Program eligibility

· Team building events

· Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

· 401k and 401k employer matching

Fluency in Japanese and English is strongly preferred , as this location serves a high volume of Japanese-speaking customers

· Minimum of one year of experience in sales and merchandising (preferably retail goods) with closing and opening responsibilities.

· Shows elevated communication skills and can tailor style to suit the audience.

· Strong independent work ethic, excellent time management skills, organizational abilities

· Preferred proficiency/knowledge in action sports, golfing, running/training and a passion for the outdoors.

· Computer skills to include operating POS sales (Shopify).

· Support and promote the Point-of-Sale process in all areas of register procedure, protocol and policies.

· Ability and willingness to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.

· Self-motivated with strong entrepreneurial skills.

· Ability to engage with new customers and build immediate and lasting rapport.

· Creative and adaptable team player with a winning and positive attitude.

· Personalize customer connections by providing the highest level of hospitality and customer service.

· Must be able to lift, carry or otherwise move objects weighing up to 15 pounds when

· merchandising the sales floor and use ladders or stairs.

We offer a very unique working environment with great company and fringe benefits along with the opportunity for growth.

Archipelago Companies values a diverse, inclusive, and entrepreneurial workforce and culture, and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hr@arch-cos.com. Archipelago will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.