--- title: 'Seasonal Retail Sales Lead (Westfarms Mall) at Squishable' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/seasonal-retail-sales-lead-westfarms-mall-squishable-farmington-34n9dgwka3sk' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-20' --- # Seasonal Retail Sales Lead (Westfarms Mall) at Squishable - **Company:** Squishable - **Location:** Farmington, CT - **Posted:** 2026-10-20 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-20 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/squishable/jobs/4745408005 ## Job description Squishable is a close-knit team of designers, artists, pop-culture fanatics, and lovers of all things adorable. Together we create the cutest, cuddliest (and sometimes downright unusual) plush and lifestyle products in the world. With the millions-strong Squishable fan community cheering us on (and a lot of cupcakes, coffee, and karaoke) we make people say “awww.” Our offices are in a sunny SoHo loft in NYC and in downtown Washington, DC. WHO ARE WE? We are Squishable! At Squishable, products and people are at the core of why we do what we do every day. We strive to create a customer experience built on sharing our love and passion for the brand while building long-lasting relationships with our customers…turning friends into fans. As we experience rapid growth, we are seeking career-driven leaders obsessed with creating a unique, exceptional customer experience. We need great people to represent the brand where it matters most…in front of our customers. These leaders will help shape the voice and character of the Squishable store experience. The ideal candidate is a natural-born leader who loves the store experience. They are passionate, driven, and highly organized, with a desire to bring happiness to people’s lives. They are confident, creative, bright, friendly, adaptable, and able to perform at the highest level consistently. Candidates must be well-spoken and confident interacting with people at all levels while remaining calm and organized at all times. What does a Seasonal Squishable Retail Sales Lead do? The Retail Sales Lead is a key member of the store leadership team, supporting the Store Manager in driving sales, developing the team, and creating an exceptional experience for every Squishable fan. Responsibilities include: - Supports the Store Manager in delivering a fun, welcoming, and efficient customer experience during the busy holiday season - Helps lead the sales floor during peak periods, keeping the team focused on customer service and sales goals - Drives holiday sales through customer engagement, product recommendations, and strong knowledge of Squishable products - Supports seasonal promotions, merchandising, replenishment, and maintaining an organized, well-stocked sales floor - Helps manage customer flow and resolves concerns with a positive, solution-oriented approach - Provides day-to-day direction and support to team members and jumps in wherever needed during busy periods - Supports opening, closing, and keyholder responsibilities, as assigned ## Qualifications - 1+ year of retail, customer service, or leadership experience in a fast-paced environment preferred - Passion for people and creating a fun, welcoming customer experience - Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to stay positive and flexible during busy periods - Team player who can motivate others, take initiative, and jump in wherever needed - Comfortable receiving and providing feedback and helping keep the team focused on shared goals - Must have flexible availability throughout the holiday season, including evenings, weekends, and holidays - Able to lift and move cartons weighing up to 25 lbs. - Must be 18 years of age or older ## Compensation Pay rate is $17.00 per hour Benefits & Perks: - A fun, welcoming workplace where creativity and personality are encouraged - Career growth opportunities (many of our seasonal team members have the opportunity to stay with Squishable in ongoing roles!) - Employee discounts (yes, even on the giant plushies) Seasonal Duration: November 2026 through early January 2027 Availability Requirements: Seasonal team members must have flexible availability, including weekends, evenings, and holidays, as these are some of our busiest times of the year. Squishable.com, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Squishable.com, Inc. also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities, for sincerely held religious beliefs and practices, and as otherwise required by applicable law. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process may contact Squishable for assistance. Squishable.com, Inc. prohibits retaliation against any applicant or employee for exercising rights protected under applicable equal employment opportunity laws. Squishable.com, Inc. will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law, including applicable Fair Chance laws. [Read our CCPA disclosure notice.](https://squishable.com/pages/privacy-notice) ## About Squishable ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Squishable designs and sells giant, round, fuzzy stuffed animals (plush toys) through a fan-driven design process, blending technology and toy making. - **Entity Type**: Private (funding not publicly available) - **Headquarters**: New York City (Soho), New York, USA (with additional offices in Washington, DC) - **Founded**: 2007 - **Founders**: Zoe Fraade‑Blanar (Co‑Founder & CCO) and others (names not fully disclosed) ## Core Business - **Industry**: Toy manufacturing / Consumer goods; the company describes itself as “a technology company with a toy habit.” - **Target Customers**: B2C (collectors, fans, gift‑givers) and B2B (wholesale to retailers, corporate partners) - **Mission**: To make the world a cuter place and to empower fans to shape the products they love. ## Products & Services - **[Squishable Plush Toys]**: The core product line – large, round, soft stuffed animals in categories such as food, animals, mythological creatures, and original fan‑designed characters. Products are sold online and in retail stores. More than half of designs come from fan submissions via the “Project Open Squish” design contest. - **[Philanthropy Program]**: Monthly charity donations based on customer photo submissions, seasonal toy donations to children’s charities, and auctions of prototypes for charitable causes. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue ~$9.3 million (source: aggregated business database data) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors disclosed; partners include children’s charities and the fan community. - **Growth Signals**: - Over 3 million Squishables released to date. - Active hiring for a Head of Visual Merchandising (hybrid, NYC). - Small but stable team (62 employees per LinkedIn; 103 per Built In – conflicting reports). - Employee headcount declined ~3% year‑over‑year (LinkedIn), but the company continues to invest in retail and design roles. ## Competitive Advantages - **Fan‑Powered Design**: The “Project Open Squish” contest and constant community feedback ensure products resonate directly with buyers, creating strong brand loyalty and a built‑in marketing channel. - **Unique Aesthetic**: The distinct “squishy” look (giant, round, fuzzy) differentiates the brand from traditional plush toys. - **Community‑First Culture**: Active social media engagement, charity initiatives, and a dedicated fan base (over 3,700 LinkedIn followers) provide recurring organic promotion. ## Strategic Focus - **Retail Expansion**: Hiring a senior visual merchandising leader to elevate in‑store experiences and grow the physical retail footprint. - **Design & Innovation**: Continuing to crowdsource new designs and expand into new categories (food, mythical creatures, etc.). - **Philanthropy & Brand Purpose**: Deepening charitable partnerships to reinforce brand identity and customer loyalty. - **Operational Stability**: Maintaining a lean team while investing in e‑commerce (Shopify, Netsuite, etc.) and digital marketing. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: “Small but mighty” team of creatives, dreamers, and highly skilled individuals; described as friendly, passionate, and welcoming of big ideas. Karaoke nights and a strong sense of camaraderie. - **Work Model**: Hybrid – some roles are based in physical offices (NYC and Washington, DC) with flexibility; many positions require on‑site presence. The new Visual Merchandising role is explicitly hybrid. - **Benefits** (from company pages): - Great healthcare (medical, dental, vision), FSA, disability & life insurance - 401(k) with employer match - 100% paid parental leave for all new parents - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Generous PTO and paid holidays - Employee discounts (and “all the plush you can hug”) - Investment in training, education, and career development - **Engineering / Tech**: The company builds its own websites, tools, and internal systems; tech stack includes Shopify, Stripe, Netsuite, Mailchimp, Adobe Creative Suite, and more. ## Sources 1. [Squishable Official About Page](https://squishable.com/pages/about-us) 2. [Squishable Hire Me / Careers Page](https://squishable.com/pages/hire-me) 3. [Squishable LinkedIn Company Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/squishable) 4. [Squishable on Built In (company profile)](https://builtin.com/company/squishable) 5. 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