Retail Store Leader - Full-Time (Hartford, CT)

Description

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 + Sales Commission Opportunity

Be You. Be AMAZING!

Love retail? Passionate about people? Ready to lead a team and make an impact?

At Amazing Intimate Essentials, our mission is simple: To make intimacy a force for good in the lives of our customers.

For over 40 years, we've proudly served our communities by creating welcoming, inclusive, and judgment-free shopping experiences where customers can explore intimacy, wellness, and self-expression with confidence.

With 24 locations, Amazing Intimate Essentials is a specialty retailer offering intimate wellness products, apparel, and adult novelties. Our success is built on knowledgeable team members, exceptional customer service, and a genuine commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve.

We're looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, and results-driven Retail Store Leader to join our Medford, MA team!

If you're passionate about developing people, driving sales, and creating meaningful customer experiences, this could be your opportunity to do something AMAZING!

About the Role

As our Retail Store Leader, you'll play a key role in bringing our mission to life through exceptional customer experiences, strong sales performance, and hands-on team leadership.

You'll lead by example, creating an environment where every customer feels welcomed, respected, and comfortable exploring products that support their individual needs.

This is a highly visible, customer-facing leadership position. You'll spend much of your time actively engaged on the sales floor, supporting customers, coaching Sales Associates, and ensuring the store operates efficiently.

Working closely with your Field Leader, you'll help drive sales performance, maintain operational excellence, and build a dependable, knowledgeable, and customer-focused team.

What You'll Do

Drive Sales & Create AMAZING Customer Experiences

• Lead by example through proactive customer engagement, personalized product recommendations, and exceptional service.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and judgment-free environment where customers feel comfortable exploring our products.
• Drive daily sales performance by demonstrating effective selling techniques, product knowledge, and add-on selling opportunities.
• Monitor key retail performance indicators, including sales, average transaction value, and units per transaction, to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Help your team achieve sales goals through consistent coaching, encouragement, and accountability.

Lead, Coach & Inspire Your Team

• Provide hands-on leadership and real-time coaching to Sales Associates.
• Set clear daily priorities and promote a positive, collaborative, and results-oriented team environment.
• Support new hire onboarding, product knowledge training, and ongoing employee development.
• Reinforce company expectations for customer service, sales performance, reliability, and professionalism.
• Partner with your Field Leader to communicate staffing needs, performance concerns, and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead by example by maintaining a strong, visible presence on the sales floor.

Keep Your Store Running AMAZINGLY

• Oversee daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures, point-of-sale transactions, cash handling, and deposits.
• Maintain attractive merchandising displays, accurate inventory, and a clean, organized, customer-ready store.
• Support inventory counts, product replenishment, and loss prevention procedures.
• Ensure company promotions, product launches, and operational initiatives are executed consistently.
• Follow company policies, safety procedures, and security protocols.
• Organize and prioritize daily responsibilities to ensure operational tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Identify and promptly communicate operational concerns to your Field Leader.

Requirements

What Makes You a Great Fit?

We're looking for someone who brings enthusiasm, accountability, and a genuine passion for retail.

You'll thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy working with diverse customers in a retail environment specializing in apparel and adult intimate wellness products.
• Have a proven ability to deliver exceptional customer service and contribute to sales and revenue goals.
• Communicate confidently and professionally, with the ability to coach, motivate, and support others.
• Lead by example and enjoy being actively involved in the customer experience.
• Are eager to learn about new products and help others build their product knowledge and selling confidence.
• Can balance customer engagement with operational responsibilities.
• Are organized, dependable, and comfortable taking ownership of daily priorities.
• Understand basic retail performance metrics and how they contribute to business success.
• Are comfortable using point-of-sale systems, company technology, and standard business applications.

Experience & Qualifications

Required:

• Previous retail experience with demonstrated success in customer service, sales execution, and daily store operations.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain accountability for assigned responsibilities.
• Comfort working in an adult intimate wellness retail environment and discussing products professionally and respectfully.

Preferred:

• Previous experience as a Retail Supervisor, Keyholder, Sales Lead, Assistant Manager, or in a comparable retail leadership position.
• Experience coaching team members, supporting store operations, or helping achieve sales performance goals.
• Experience in specialty retail, consultative selling, or other customer-focused sales environments.

Experience in the adult retail industry is not required. We value individuals who are eager to learn, embrace our mission, and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

Schedule & Availability

This is a full-time, on-site retail leadership position requiring flexibility based on business needs.

Candidates must be available to work a flexible retail schedule, which may include:

• Opening and closing shifts
• Evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Inventory counts, deliveries, and other key retail events
• Peak selling periods and other operational needs

Store Leaders are expected to provide dependable on-site leadership and communicate staffing or scheduling concerns promptly to their Field Leader.

Why Join Amazing?

At Amazing Intimate Essentials, we believe that great people make an AMAZING difference.

Our mission goes beyond the products we sell. Every customer interaction is an opportunity to build confidence and make intimacy a positive force in someone's life.

We strive to create a workplace where individuality is celebrated, teamwork matters, and your contributions are recognized.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Competitive Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications.
• Sales Commission Opportunities: Earn additional income through our performance-based sales commission program, subject to program eligibility and requirements.
• Health & Wellness Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Time Off: Vacation Time, Sick Time, and a Birthday Float to celebrate your special day!
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy 25% off eligible merchandise.
• Professional Development: Opportunities to strengthen your leadership skills, develop your retail expertise, and grow professionally.
• An Inclusive Workplace: Be part of a team that values individuality, mutual respect, and creating positive experiences for customers and employees alike.

Ready to Be AMAZING?

If you're a motivated retail professional who enjoys leading people, driving results, and making a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Bring your energy. Bring your passion. Bring your authentic self.

Apply today and discover what makes working at Amazing Intimate Essentials truly AMAZING!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Amazing Intimate Essentials, operated by Met-Cap Management, LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.