Marketing / Shop Manager

Application requirement for consideration:

We use the Core Values Index assessment in our hiring process. To apply for the job, please copy and follow this link to upload your resume and take the 8 minute assessment: https://erep.com/e/41650/

Marketing & Shop Manager – Grow With Us!

Are you passionate about marketing and business? Do you love fashion and the creative process behind it? Are you ready to take the lead in growing a thriving, customer-focused brand? If so, we’d love for you to join Garnish Apparel as our Marketing & Shop Manager!

Located in Portland’s Pearl District, Garnish Apparel designs and produces a unique line of clothing, accessories, and jewelry—all made locally and sustainably. We believe confidence starts with what you wear, and by taking care of our clients, team, community, and environment, we can make a lasting impact.

As our Marketing & Shop Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind our brand’s visibility and success. Your role will focus on:

• Strategic marketing – implementing creative campaigns across digital and physical channels to attract and retain customers.
• Lead generation & conversion – ensuring a steady stream of new customers and nurturing existing ones to grow sales.
• Store operations & team leadership – overseeing daily shop activities, managing schedules, payroll, and inventory.
• Customer engagement – creating a welcoming, memorable experience that makes every client feel valued and part of our Garnish family.

We’re looking for a highly organized, creative, and customer-driven leader to take our brand to the next level. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact while working with a small, dedicated, and innovative team, apply today!

Let’s grow together. Join us at Garnish Apparel.

Responsibilities:

• Drive in-store and online sales by setting, meeting, and exceeding sales goals.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies to increase store and online traffic via digital platforms, client outreach, local partnerships, and paid advertising.
• Stay informed on market trends and identify opportunities for growth.
• Maintain consistent brand messaging across all promotional materials and platforms.
• Analyze sales reports, create action plans, and ensure accountability for sales goals.
• Success in this role will drive 10 qualified leads per day at a 50% conversion and well-organized store operations.
• Provide a personalized shopping experience through thoughtful styling recommendations (training provided). Lead styling sessions, including after-hours shopping parties.
• Build genuine customer connections and proactively reach out for stylist appointments, shopping parties, and new product updates.
• Handle customer inquiries, returns, and complaints professionally.
• Train, support, and lead a team of sales associates, with additional HR duties over time.
• Ensure smooth operation of the shop, assist with inventory management and maintain a clean, organized sales floor.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• 5 years marketing experience
• An interest in fashion
• Retail experience preferred
• Computer skills include knowledge and proficiency of: social media, email marketing, website management (we use Shopify), Google docs, Google analytics, SEO. Knowledge of Illustrator, Photoshop is preferable.
• Effective English language skills required - both written and verbal
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and maintain productivity during slower times
• Ability to climb a ladder, stand for extended periods of time, and lift 25-50 pounds occasionally
• This is a full time position with 30 - 40 hrs scheduled per week
• Must have the availability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, occasional nights (1 - 4 per month for parties), long and short shifts. Holiday availability is required.

Benefits

• 401K with a 3% company match
• Paid time off
• Bonuses
• Monthly clothing stipend
• Employee purchase program and friends and family purchase program

Equal Opportunity:

Garnish is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Garnish makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! Apply today (folllowing the instructions above) as this position is likely to fill quickly.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Application Question(s):

• In order to apply you are required to complete a Core Values Index Assessment - did you complete this (see link in job post)?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $30