Sales Supervisor: Rowing Blazers

Sales Supervisor

Rowing Blazers is an American clothing brand and design lab originally founded by designer, author, archaeologist and former U.S. national team coxswain Jack Carlson in 2017. We're known for our subversive, inclusive take on "preppy" style and the classics — as well as our celebrity clientele, cult following, and diverse collaborations. Just like Carlson's celebrated book from which the brand takes its name, Rowing Blazers is a colorful celebration of history, authenticity, fashion and culture; and of the myriad traditions, quirks, myths and lore that supply it all with meaning and continuity.

Aside from our titular blazers, we're best known for our World's Best™ heavyweight rugbies, piqué polos, dad hats, and high-profile collaborations with the likes of Babar, Barbour, Beams, Eric Emanuel, the Explorers Club, FILA, the Grateful Dead, Harry's New York Bar, J. Crew, J. Press, K-Swiss, La Veste, the NBA, Noah, Paddington™, SEGA, Seiko, Sperry, Target, Umbro, USRowing, Winnie-the-Pooh and more.

People often say we're "re-inventing prep" or something like that, but we see it a little differently: it's about celebrating history, authenticity and craftsmanship, and extending that celebration to include — and empower — everyone. Common themes are sport, nostalgia, and travel; 80s and 90s cultural tropes; Oxbridge style and Japan's subversive take on "Ivy"; hip-hop culture and the rise of streetwear; tennis, basketball, rugby and skiing; elite and amateur athletics in all forms; the romance of exploration; and symbols, art and archaeology — both ancient and modern.

Since 2024, Rowing Blazers has been a part of the Burch family of brands (alongside Staud, Solid & Striped and others). We're still a small, young, New York-based team, but have also grown into a diverse, global community that includes Oscar winners and royalty; Apollo astronauts and Olympic gold medalists; Wimbledon and NBA champions; luminaries in art, sport, academia, film, music, and exploration; and, most importantly, you. We're glad you're a part of our club, and together, we're just getting started.

We are seeking a passionate and driven Sales Supervisor for our boutique in New York City. As a key leader in our team, you will play a pivotal role in managing day-to-day store operations, driving sales, and cultivating exceptional customer relationships. Your leadership will inspire your team to create memorable and elevated in-store experiences, reflecting the prestige and excellence of the brand.

As a Sales Supervisor, you will work closely with the Store Leader/General Manager to implement strategic initiatives designed to boost team performance, increase revenue, and uphold exceptional guest service standards. In this leadership role, you will not only guide and motivate your team but also oversee key operational functions such as inventory management, visual merchandising, and shipment processing, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the store.

With a one-team mindset, you will also contribute to market and brand initiatives such as promotional events, activations, and store openings. You'll leverage technology and systems such as Shopify, Endear, and Slack to optimize store operations. As a hands-on leader, you will manage both the customer experience and support your team's growth, all while operating independently and effectively under pressure.

Position Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire, guide, and collaborate effectively with teams to achieve both individual and organizational goals.
• Foundational experience in retail or customer-focused roles, with a proven track record of delivering exceptional guest experiences; experience in related categories is highly desirable.
• Flexibility to accommodate dynamic business needs, including availability for days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Active and engaged presence on the sales floor, with the physical capability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds to ensure operational excellence and an elevated customer experience.

Hourly Pay Range: $21/hr to $23/hr. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, competencies, and qualifications.

Interpersonal Skills

• People Leadership: effectively guides and motivates others through coaching and mentoring, assists with training and building a bench of future leaders.
• Customer-Centric & Hospitality-Driven: seeks to create genuine and authentic connections, anticipates needs and possesses exceptional selling skills.
• Adaptable & Entrepreneurial: thrives in a dynamic, matrixed environment by staying nimble, maintaining a growth mindset, identifying root causes, and creatively solving challenges.
• Collaborative Team Player: actively seeks and offers feedback, excels at building relationships, and thrives when working closely with teams.
• Exceptional Communicator: possesses strong communication skills to clearly convey information, provide constructive feedback, and foster positive relationships with team members and clients.
• Professional & Reliable: consistently punctual and dependable, adept at handling client inquiries, complaints, and requests with empathy and professionalism.
• Brand Champion & Product Expert: demonstrates deep product knowledge and delivers accurate, valuable insights to enhance the client experience.
• Detail-Oriented & Efficient: consistently produces high-quality, polished work with exceptional efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Performance Indicators (KPI's)

• Sales-driven performance with a focus on achieving and exceeding both personal and team sales goals by optimizing key metrics such as Conversion Rates, Units Per Transaction (UPT), and Average Order Value (AOV). Consistently delivers results through proactive client engagement, strategic selling techniques, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
• Excel in customer retention by delivering personalized experiences, leveraging effective networking, and maintaining exceptional Net Promoter Scores (NPS), secret shopper results, and fostering lasting relationships.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills, consistently completing tasks and meeting deadlines with efficiency and precision.

In order to achieve our mission, we need to work hard to create a diverse community of Leapers to support the brand and customers we serve and help us all grow and thrive individually and as a team. Our differences make our organization special and are paramount to our culture. Your age, skin color, beliefs, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, parental status, vet status, gender identity are valued.