British & Irish Imports, est. 2007, wholesales high quality imported knitwear and accessories to retail stores across Canada. And also operates a seasonal retail store (September – December 24th), Legend – Celtic & European Gifts & Apparel in Norwood, ON.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants more than just a job – but a chance to become part of something bigger and potentially own the business in the future. Working with myself, the owner, you will learn all aspects of the business and for the right person, there is potential to take over the business when I approach retirement in 4-5 years.
What you’ll do:
- Drive sales, seek and develop new business opportunities (commissions paid)
- Attend 2-3 trade shows/year in Toronto – building sales and customer relationships
- Follow-up, discuss new products, promotions with customers and potential customers
- Manage wholesale orders and customer inquiries
- Contribute creative ideas to help grow the business
- In addition the wholesale business, from September to December – operate retail store in Norwood (approximately 5 hours/day 4 days/week)
What I’m looking for
- Entrepreneurial spirit
- Sales skills - upselling, targeting, approaching new business
- Fashion sense
- Self-motivated & adaptable – willing to take initiative
- Highly organized
- Excellent written and spoken grammar
- Ability to establish rapports with new people/customers
- Computer literate
- Social Media savvy
Please email your resume with a cover letter including any relevant business / work experience and/or education. Please let me know why you think this position is a good fit and opportunity for you and how you see your skills being an asset to the business.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 25 per week
Additional pay:
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-07-14