San Francisco Art Institute
Associate Art Advisor
San Francisco Art Institute, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
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What This Position is All About:
Under the direction of Assistant General Manager. Merchandise, the Art Advisor, is an exceptional salesperson who provides outstanding customer service and excels in developing strong, long-lasting client relationships. The Art Advisor will drive the business by providing expert knowledge on the Saks Fifth Avenue Art Collection and is responsible for training and education of other SFA Associates. They will have a background in Art history and have knowledge on present day art market, collecting and specific art movements.
Who You Are:
A passion and thorough knowledge of Art, YOU ARE THE EXPERT!Inspires others with their recommendations, builds trust quickly and can gain cooperation with little disruptionAbility to effectively communicate a clear vision.Drive positive outcomes through objectives and is great at networking and relationship managementDriven and have entrepreneurial confidence to succeedCan be depended on for a unique perspective.Possess a friendly and positive demeanor and genuinely enjoys interacting with Clients and Associates.You Also Have:
A background in or are currently studying Art HistoryAssociate's degree and one year of experience, or combination of experience and/or educationExhibits exceptional communication skills and is able to speak confidently and intelligently about the collection.The ability to work effectively within a team and utilize resources to accomplish goals.As The Art Advisor, You Will:
Maintain thorough understanding of our current collection in order to best articulate relevant artistic concepts to clients and other SFA associates.Builds familiarity with current collections around NYC, and other galleries, in order to best assist our team and inform customers.Identifies themselves as a resource for any questions about the collection and artists.Creates a welcoming and engaging experience that is inclusive to all clientsConsistently meet and exceed sales plansEstablish and develop clientele baseMaintain and gain the knowledge and expertise on the collection we offer (Product Knowledge) and share that knowledge throughout the storeCollaborate with Saks Leadership and our corporate partners to maximize sales opportunities through consultative selling and clientelingAd hoc responsibilities as neededYour Life and Career at SFA:
Be a part of a team of disruptors focused on stores and redefining the luxury experience.Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities, from retail to supply chain, to digital or corporateA culture that promotes a healthy, fulfilling work/life balanceBenefits package for all eligible full-time Associates (including medical, vision and dental)An amazing Associate discount
Salary and Other Compensation :
The starting hourly rate for this position is between [$19.34-$24.18
per hour ]. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include market, skills, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits : The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).
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Thank you for your interest in SFA. We look forward to reviewing your application.
SFA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SFA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SFA welcomes all applicants for this position. Should you be individually selected to participate in an assessment or selection process, accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.
What This Position is All About:
Under the direction of Assistant General Manager. Merchandise, the Art Advisor, is an exceptional salesperson who provides outstanding customer service and excels in developing strong, long-lasting client relationships. The Art Advisor will drive the business by providing expert knowledge on the Saks Fifth Avenue Art Collection and is responsible for training and education of other SFA Associates. They will have a background in Art history and have knowledge on present day art market, collecting and specific art movements.
Who You Are:
A passion and thorough knowledge of Art, YOU ARE THE EXPERT!Inspires others with their recommendations, builds trust quickly and can gain cooperation with little disruptionAbility to effectively communicate a clear vision.Drive positive outcomes through objectives and is great at networking and relationship managementDriven and have entrepreneurial confidence to succeedCan be depended on for a unique perspective.Possess a friendly and positive demeanor and genuinely enjoys interacting with Clients and Associates.You Also Have:
A background in or are currently studying Art HistoryAssociate's degree and one year of experience, or combination of experience and/or educationExhibits exceptional communication skills and is able to speak confidently and intelligently about the collection.The ability to work effectively within a team and utilize resources to accomplish goals.As The Art Advisor, You Will:
Maintain thorough understanding of our current collection in order to best articulate relevant artistic concepts to clients and other SFA associates.Builds familiarity with current collections around NYC, and other galleries, in order to best assist our team and inform customers.Identifies themselves as a resource for any questions about the collection and artists.Creates a welcoming and engaging experience that is inclusive to all clientsConsistently meet and exceed sales plansEstablish and develop clientele baseMaintain and gain the knowledge and expertise on the collection we offer (Product Knowledge) and share that knowledge throughout the storeCollaborate with Saks Leadership and our corporate partners to maximize sales opportunities through consultative selling and clientelingAd hoc responsibilities as neededYour Life and Career at SFA:
Be a part of a team of disruptors focused on stores and redefining the luxury experience.Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities, from retail to supply chain, to digital or corporateA culture that promotes a healthy, fulfilling work/life balanceBenefits package for all eligible full-time Associates (including medical, vision and dental)An amazing Associate discount
Salary and Other Compensation :
The starting hourly rate for this position is between [$19.34-$24.18
per hour ]. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include market, skills, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits : The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).
"
Thank you for your interest in SFA. We look forward to reviewing your application.
SFA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SFA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SFA welcomes all applicants for this position. Should you be individually selected to participate in an assessment or selection process, accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.