Battleship Cove, the nation’s largest collection of historic naval vessels, has a unique retail opportunity for an energetic, organized, creative professional with strong people and communication skills. This position operates in a fast-paced environment and is responsible for assisting the Manager in a museum store whose inventory includes books, educational games and toys, jewelry and other products related to the collections, exhibitions and programs of the museum.

Reporting directly to the Museum Store Manager, the Supervisor assists in the overall operation of the Museum Store and Visitor Center which includes: sales, visual merchandising, operations, staff supervision, training and development, a high level of customer service, loss prevention and adherence to all company guidelines and procedures to ensure efficient daily operations. The Museum Store Supervisor must assist in creating an environment that encourages the customer’s desire to buy and increase repeat visitation and membership to the institution.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of two years experience in a supervisory role, customer service and inventory control.
  • A minimum of five years retail experience (museum experience a plus), sales associates and back of house positions.
  •  Experience in exploring and execution of unique branding opportunities.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and provide feedback with strong verbal and written communication skills; encouraging excellent sales performance.
  • Must be customer focused.
  • Detail oriented with an eye for trends.
  • Strong computer skills, including POS and excel. Knowledge of e-commerce platforms a must.
  • Ability to actively supervise the sales floor.
  • Experience working in a museum environment, or in a store with similar merchandise lines preferred.
  • Some lifting is required.
  •  Ideal candidate should be equally comfortable in fast-paced and relaxed environments.

Schedule: Friday-Monday 28-30 hrs/week

How To Apply:
Please email letter of interest and resume to Sharon Michaud- Sharonm@battleshipcove.org

Apply by:
March 31, 2015

About this Organization:
The world’s largest fleet of historic naval ships including five National Historic Landmarks: Battleship Massachusetts, Destroyer Joseph P. Kennedy Jr, Submarine Lionfish, and the only restored pair of PT Boats on display in the world.