About this role
External Job Description: OVERVIEW: ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Store Managers are required to:
• SERVICE • Analyze the business and create/communicate clear action plans that optimize results • Own Total Store Goals for the Year/Month/Week/Day/Segment • Build a team selling Store environment that delivers a fashion focused Lane Bryant Experience for our Guest • Ensure implementation of Lane Bryant selling, incentive and product knowledge strategies • Ensure business is driven by each segment with the Roles Leader program • Event planning and execution
• EXECUTION • Ensure proper floorset execution to current Brand Standards • Ensure effective execution of all operational activities/tasks • Ensure all communications are shared with Store Leaders and Associates • Oversee merchandise flow/freight processes • Manage controllable expenses • Maintain policies and procedures and overall Store controls including Loss prevention/safety • Support and execute company test initiatives • Accountable for shrink results and safety awareness
• TALENT • Attract, hire, develop and retain top talent • Coach and maximize the abilities of all Associates • Maximize sales potential through timely performance management • Build a team which supports current selling/service model • Succession plan by creating internal bench strength • Ensure each Associate completes on boarding and all required training programs • Ensure proper scheduling to optimize Store Payroll
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS
• Proven ability to deliver sales results • Strong communication, supervisory and customer service skills • 3-5 years of specialty retail experience • Prior management or sales management experience required • High school diploma required • Bachelor’s degree preferred PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to reach, push, pull, stand, squat and bend for up to 4 hours or longer as necessary. • Ability to use common tools. • Able to operate computerized register system. • Must be able to meet store banking requirements and to respond to store alarm problems, as needed. • Able to lift as much as 50 pounds. • Able to climb an 8-foot ladder.