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Sales Associate - John Elliott - Soho, NY
Company : Centric Brands Inc.
Location : New York, NY, 10012-3311
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 5 January 2026
About Us
Come Work with Us!
John Elliott is a fashion brand located in Los Angeles, California. We design and produce modern and aspirational apparel and accessories for Men and Women. We sell our products both via direct-to-consumer on our website and in our Retail stores in Los Angeles and New York, and at best in class Retail store partners around the world. We show during markets in Milan, Paris, New York, and Los Angeles and we pride ourselves on quality, customer experience, and style.
The Sales Associate is responsible for driving sales and providing exceptional customer service. We seek passionate and self-motivated individuals with an appreciation and understanding of the John Elliott brand.
Specific Responsibilities Would Include
- Achieve and exceed individual sales goals set by Store Management Team
- Actively engage with customers by identifying needs, relaying product information, and providing prompt assistance
- Develop new relationships while maintaining existing clientele
- Maintain and continually develop a personal clientele book by regularly communicating and following up with customers
- Actively participate in merchandising projects (i.e., daily stock maintenance, floor changeovers, product transfers, etc.)
- Assist store management and staff with driving store initiatives.
- Actively support securing company assets through effective Loss Prevention in compliance with company policies and procedures
- Demonstrates professional appearance and conduct; upholds the brand style and dress code
- Additional duties/responsibilities may be assigned
Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have
- Minimum 2 years of consistently strong selling performance and clientele experience in an elevated contemporary brand
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- A strong commitment to customer service and teamwork
- Excellent brand and product knowledge
- Flexibility to work a retail schedule which includes evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds of merchandise
- Knowledge of POS; basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
Salary Range: $18.00 - $25.00
John Elliott is part of Centric Brands, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and we seek to structure competitive compensation offers to ensure that we are able to attract and retain the best talent. Our job postings include a base hourly range at the time of employment. The stated base hourly range represents our good faith estimate as to what candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on several factors, including the selected candidate's educational and professional experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. Base salary is a part of a total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, bonus and other Centric Brands sponsored benefit programs.
Centric Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Frequently asked questions
Working as a Sales Associate at John Elliott means engaging with a high-end contemporary fashion brand known for quality and style. Unlike typical retail jobs, this position demands a strong understanding of the brand's ethos, exceptional customer relations, and involvement in merchandising within a dynamic Soho environment.
Emphasizing your ability to build lasting client relationships, deep product knowledge, and consistent sales performance is crucial. Experience with POS systems and flexibility for retail schedules, including weekends and holidays, also strengthen your candidacy for New York retail roles like this.
Successful Sales Associates can advance to supervisory roles, store management, or specialized brand ambassador positions. The New York fashion retail market rewards those who excel in client engagement and sales targets, opening pathways to leadership within Centric Brands or similar luxury retailers.
Centric Brands fosters a team-oriented environment emphasizing employee value and competitive compensation. Sales Associates at John Elliott benefit from ongoing support, structured incentives, and a workplace culture that encourages personal growth aligned with brand integrity in New York’s retail scene.
Beyond standard sales duties, Centric Brands expects associates to uphold the brand’s elevated image, actively participate in merchandising projects, and contribute to loss prevention. Flexibility and professionalism are key, reflecting the company’s commitment to excellence in a competitive NYC market.
Soho’s reputation as a fashion hotspot means Sales Associate roles are highly sought after, with many candidates drawn by the brand prestige and vibrant retail environment. Competition is stiff, favoring applicants with proven sales success and knowledge of contemporary fashion trends.
Given Soho’s busy urban setting, proximity to public transit can ease the commute. Retail shifts often include evenings, weekends, and holidays, so planning around peak store hours and seasonal traffic is important to maintain work-life balance in the city.
The base hourly wage typically ranges from $18 to $25, influenced by experience, skill set, and retail knowledge. Additional commission or bonuses may apply, reflecting Centric Brands’ approach to rewarding strong sales performance in the competitive New York market.