Vintage Picker (Oakville)
Our Company:
The Bank and Vogue group of companies is a family-based business with it’s global headquarters located in Ottawa, Canada. The group of companies is dedicated to the wholesale, retail and supply of used consumer goods around the world. Bank and Vogue Holdings Limited is one of North America’s largest sourcing agents in the used and vintage clothing market. In addition to sourcing products across North America, we work with suppliers around the world to source products for our retail chain (Beyond Retro) in Europe. Our mission is to find relevant and innovative solutions for the “crisis of stuff”. We bring the circular economy to life by offering a second life for garments otherwise destined to landfill.
Our Culture:
At our Bank & Vogue group of companies, we believe that encouraging you to be your authentic self makes us better. We embrace equal opportunities for all employees. We know that our people are our best asset and we will continue to build and foster an environment that allows our people to feel included, valued and heard. We are committed to constructing and supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce that truly reflects the global communities we operate within and encourages people from all backgrounds to apply.
The Position:
For this Full-Time position located in Oakville, ON at Salvation Army Thrift Store Donor Centre.
Bank & Vogue is looking for a vintage enthusiast who loves sustainable fashion & thrifting! They will have a great eye for detail & will be responsible for selecting clothing that matches our color, size, fit and quality that meet our seasonal catalog requirements! You will sort through 2000 pieces to keep 1 hidden gem! Though you are hired under our Canadian based Bank & Vogue company, you are looking for great fashion items we can sell in our UK and Sweden Vintage stores - Beyond Retro. We are a trend driven vintage shop. You will take inspiration from fashion runways, global street trends, editorials and our customers.
Responsibilities:
- Select product based on a catalogue that meets our requirements
- Reach daily vintage picking targets when working in rag houses
- Understand the best way to utilise the sections in rag houses according to production
- Package finished product for shipping (boxing, labelling, skidding product) and send in paperwork to head office when needed
- Continuous understanding of the vintage grade, including sizing and condition that we require for our stores
- Continuous improvements in the quality
- Required Skills/Experience:
- Minimum 1 year relevant fashion experience
- Applicable vintage, fashion or thrifting experience
- An ability to work independently in a fast paced warehouse/rag house environment
- Can lift up to 50 lbs
- Good organizational skills with ability to identify and follow through on priorities
- Self-motivated, flexible, very organized, detail-oriented, a strong problem solver; and able to work well under pressure
- Can stand for extended periods of time
- Willingness to travel valid passport & drivers licence required (International travel)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A good human who cares about their peers: )
What we can offer you:
- Excellent work-life balance
- A competitive compensation package
- Career development opportunities
- Company paid travel
- Discounted retail benefits
- An excellent EAP and Wellness program
- Medical benefits
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.25 per hour
Shift:
Work days:
Application question(s):
- Are you within 45 minutes from the location posted?
- Have you worked in a warehouse or rag house before?
Experience:
- Fashion retail: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
