Portland Leather Goods
Retail Sales Associate (Part-time) - Birmingham, MI
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Retail Sales Associate (Part-time) - Birmingham, MI
Job Details
Position Type: Part Time Salary Range: $16.00 – $16.00 Hourly Location: Birmingham, MI 48009 Category: Retail
About the Role
Portland Leather Goods is a incredibly unique and growing group of passionate individuals who make up the nation’s most beloved leather bag company. Our mission is simple: customer obsession.
We believe in integrity, empowerment, trust, versatility, respect, and empathy—these values shape every interaction, every experience, and every decision we make. Our customers’ needs define their journey with us, and we're committed to meeting those needs with excellence.
We’re hiring for a Part Time Retail Associate in the Downtown Birmingham, Michigan store. This role is for sociable, organised, and leather-loving individuals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced retail environment.
Your ability to connect with our diverse customer base, maintain a high-standard workspace, and bring energy to every interaction is what will make this role a success. Plus, our store is a niche hub for fashion-forward individuals who fall in love with our bags at first sight.
Responsibilities
To ensure our vision and values are embodied in every interaction, we ask that you:
- Greet customers with a friendly, authentic, and timely approach
- Build lasting relationships and create fun, memorable customer experiences
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of our product offerings and keep them fresh
- Maintain the store’s neat, organised, and well-stocked appearance
- Provide excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all times
- Process payments correctly and professionally
- Adhere to all safety policies to maintain a safe space for both employees and customers
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Daily tasks typically include:
- Assisting customers with queries, purchases, and luggage handling
- Managing inventory—restocking, organizing, and arranging display items
- Using POS systems—with Shopify experience being a huge plus!
- Assisting with merchandise movement—lifting and arranging products, including working from ladders
- Learning and implementing store policies efficiently
Requirements
To thrive in this role, you will need:
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Education:
- A high school diploma or higher
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Experience:
- Retail/customer service experience required
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Availability & Physical Fitness:
- Must be available to work weekends
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds with assistance (free movement)
- Ability to stand, walk, kneel, or balance for 8-hour shifts
- Must move physically around the store, often for extended periods
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Technical & Verbal Skills:
- POs system knowledge (Shopify experience is a bonus!)
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Understanding of payment procedures and accurate financial processes
Benefits
We believe workers deserve excellent pay, and a supportive workplace experience! These are some of the perks we provide:
- Paid time off (PTO): So you can rest, recharge, and return refreshed and ready to rock!
- 401k with a company match (up to 4%) to help secure your financial future
- Employee discount to enjoy our products with exclusive savings
- Career growth opportunities—whether you’re starting with us or looking for the next step in your career
- Dynamically evolving role that supports your long-term goals at Portland Leather Goods
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About Portland Leather Goods
Portland Leather Goods started in 2016 after founder Curtis Matsko noticed a gap in the market. Prior to establishing this successful brand, there was little opportunity to own a simple, well-designed, affordable bag crafted from high-quality, full-grain leather.
Even when the design and price were right, the leather’s feel and appearance often fell short—the only way to experience real, high-quality leather was to spend an exorbitant sum. But, that’s where our story begins.
We’ve changed that. Now, Portland Leather Goods makes full-grain leather bags for everyone. Aesthetically pleasing baskets of versatile, functional, and stylish leather accessories for everyday needs.
Company Commitments
At Portland Leather Goods, we are:
✅ Equal Opportunity Employers
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Celebrating diversity and encouraging inclusion for all
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Free from discrimination based on:
- Race, religion, colour, national origin
- Gender or sexual orientation
- Age or disability
- Veteran status
We consider applicants from all backgrounds.
Operational, Logistical & Compliance Note
This position requires employees to reside in the state where the retail store is located (Michigan).
Due to federal compliance mandates, we participate in E-Verify and will submit your Form I-9 details for authorization verification as a U.S. worker.
For more information, please review our:
- Job Applicant Privacy Notice → Linked in text
Connect with Us!
Discover more about Portland Leather Goods online:
🌐 Explore our products: [www.portlandleathergoods.com] 📷 Get inspired on Instagram: @PortlandLeather
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