Assistant Store Manager New Product Specialist
Assistant Store Manager New Product Specialist
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$ 46764 - 52653
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Job Description
NelsonAtkins Museum of Art
Kansas City MO
Fulltime
Why Us
At the NelsonAtkins Museum of Art we believe that artand the experience of itshould be inspiring welcoming and memorable. Our Museum Store plays a key role in that mission offering oneofakind merchandise creative gifts and products that extend the magic of the galleries into everyday life.
As part of our Earned Income & Guest Services team the Museum Store doesnt just support the visitor experienceit drives connection creativity and financial sustainability. If youre looking to bring your retail expertise to a missiondriven cultural institution wed love to meet you.
Why You
Youre a creative detailoriented retail professional who thrives in both operational and customerfacing roles. Youre passionate about products that tell a story excited by merchandising strategy and skilled in sourcing unique items that reflect a brands identityin this case one of the countrys leading art museums.
You enjoy working collaboratively keeping things organized and supporting leadership. You can juggle vendor relationships product research and store operationsall while ensuring the visitor experience remains exceptional.
What Youll Do
As the Assistant Store Manager & New Product Specialist youll be the secondincommand in the Museum Store helping lead all aspects of its daytoday operations while playing a key role in product development and buying strategy.
Key responsibilities include:
- Product Sourcing & Buying Strategy Research and recommend seasonal and exhibitionrelated merchandise; help create and maintain a robust line of NelsonAtkins branded products.
- Vendor Relations & Procurement Cultivate vendor relationships manage purchasing processes and maintain product documentation to support effective sales and storytelling.
- Merchandising Support the design and upkeep of visual displays to create an appealing highimpact store environment.
- Invoice & Inventory Management Track purchasing billing and fulfillment; ensure financial documentation is timely and accurate.
- Store Operations Step in to oversee staff scheduling and operations when the Store Manager is unavailable.
- Customer Experience Provide excellent service through inperson phone and online order support.
- Collaboration Work closely with internal departments and the wider museum team to ensure products align with institutional goals and values.
What Youll Bring
- High school diploma or equivalent required; degree or coursework in business marketing or retail a plus
- At least 2 years of retail experience with strong customer service and pointofsale system knowledge
- Experience with product development merchandising inventory and purchasing
- Strong organizational skills attention to detail and ability to juggle competing priorities
- Comfort working in a dynamic missionfocused environment
- Interest in art design or museum culture is a bonusbut curiosity and creativity are key
Why Join the NelsonAtkins
- Be part of a vibrant cultural institution that values inclusion creativity and community
- Enjoy a collaborative peoplecentered work culture
- Work in a beautiful setting alongside passionate professionals
- Help shape the store experience for thousands of museum visitors each year
This is a fulltime nonexempt position with occasional nights weekends and holidays required.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay: Starting salary range $46764 $52653
- Medical dental and vision coverage
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off and wellness programs
- Staff discounts museum access and more
Equal Opportunity Statement
The NelsonAtkins Museum of Art is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage people of color persons with disabilities LGBTQ individuals and women to apply. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications merit and organizational need.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
