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Glossier

Glossier

501-1,000 employees

Creates skincare and makeup products online

Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$19 - $21Hourly

+ Future Pay Progression

Junior, Mid

Washington, DC, USA

Category
Warehouse Operations
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Customer Service
Requirements
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience in a fast-paced retail, customer service, or hospitality environment.
  • Experience in promoting and supporting a people-first employee culture, fostering an engaging, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to employ outstanding communication practices that are ongoing, clear, and structured.
  • Proven ability to motivate and inspire teams, maintaining high levels of engagement and strong employee morale.
  • Desire and willingness to roll up your sleeves and jump in when the situation requires it.
  • Passion for building exceptional, detail-oriented, customer and employee experiences.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays required.
  • Skilled in executing customer service and operational efficiencies a plus.
Responsibilities
  • Support an employee culture that is driven by our people-first employee experience philosophy.
  • Deeply understand, embody, and model Glossier’s mission, vision and values: Devoted to the Customer, Inclusive, Curious, Courageous, and Discerning.
  • Support an inclusive and equitable work environment and uphold our Code of Conduct and commitment to a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, and intimidation.
  • Liaise with the store’s leadership team to maintain clear, open, and ongoing communication as it relates to positive and/or developmental feedback on the store team or any other operational observations.
  • Participate in the store’s recognition initiatives, in partnership with the store’s leadership team, supporting a work environment of collaboration, camaraderie, and fun— joy is our language!
  • Serve as a deeply knowledgeable resource of our product philosophy and portfolio as well as our operational standards of excellence to the store team.
  • Manage coverage needs on a daily basis (meal breaks, rest periods) as well as completing the Editor Zone Charts.
  • Lead team communication through shift meetings (morning or afternoon “huddles”), sharing relevant information as needed (business goals, HQ updates, store news, etc.).
  • Model and coach Glossier’s customer experience principles, ensuring consistently memorable and inspiring customer and employee experiences.
  • Spend 100% of your time on the sales floor and/or BOH areas as assigned, working directly with customers and the store team.
  • Active participation in the Host of the Party (HOP - Manager on Duty/MOD) program.
  • Serve as an added resource to the store team when customer matters arise requiring leadership support.
  • Assist the store team with any ad hoc customer accommodations (e.g., returns/exchanges, guest recovery accommodations, etc.).
  • Recognize and reinforce excellent customer service interactions and facilitate a “best practice” resource library to be incorporated into training.
  • Ensure all operational standards are upheld (e.g., visual merchandising, store cleanliness, safety processes, etc.).
  • Deeply knowledgeable of business KPIs and responsible for reinforcing communication to the team in a fun and engaging manner.
  • Responsible for opening and closing duties at the beginning and/or end of the business day, setting the store up for success.
  • Serve as an extension of the leadership team when managing ad hoc vendor requests, liaising with leadership as needed.
  • Deliver on Glossier’s unique retail experience philosophy, optimizing first and foremost for excellence in customer experience, while demonstrating an understanding of ultimate financial impact.
  • Support the efforts of building connections within the community, in partnership with the Associate Store Director(s), to strengthen opportunities to network and create new local partnerships for potential events, etc.

Glossier creates skincare and makeup products that help women look like the best version of themselves. Their product line includes essentials like cleansers, moisturizers, and lip balms, designed to be easy to use in daily routines. What makes Glossier different is its focus on customer engagement and a direct-to-consumer model, selling exclusively through its website. The company's goal is to provide uncomplicated beauty solutions that resonate with real-life experiences.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$300.8M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

19%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with major entities like the Olympic Games and Sephora UK expand Glossier's brand visibility and market reach.
  • The 'You Look Good Tour' and influencer collaborations enhance brand engagement and attract new customers.
  • The Glossier Grant Program supports diversity and innovation within the beauty industry, fostering goodwill and community support.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive beauty market requires constant innovation to stay relevant and avoid losing market share.
  • Reliance on online sales means any disruptions to the website or logistics can significantly impact revenue.

What makes Glossier unique

  • Glossier's direct-to-consumer model allows it to maintain control over the customer experience and offer competitive prices, unlike traditional retail models.
  • The company's focus on real-life beauty and uncomplicated products resonates strongly with its target audience, setting it apart from brands that promote idealized beauty standards.
  • Strong customer engagement through social media and exclusive product launches creates a loyal customer base and drives sales.

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