Store Manager

Store & Local Brand Manager

The Store & Local Brand Manager is responsible for coordinating and directing the successful, efficient, and profitable operation of the store in order to achieve PAIGE business objectives. The Store & Local Brand Manager is accountable for ensuring that all required actions are taken in the store to meet or exceed sales and profitability targets. The Store & Local Brand Manager is responsible for owning the representation of the brand in the store and establishing and maintaining the standards and expectations of excellence regarding customer service, merchandising and visual presentation, employee development, operational compliance, inventory control, and protection of assets.

This position requires strong interpersonal and communications skills, business acumen, and an entrepreneurial spirit that exercises creative and resourceful decision making and independent judgement to affect business in impactful ways and ensure the store operates in the best interest of the company while maximizing potential. The Store & Local Brand Manager reports directly to the VP Retail and Director of Retail Operations, with key relationships with the Retail HR Manager, their Regional Lead (where applicable) the Visual Merchandising Manager (when applicable) and the Retail Operations Coordinator. The Store & Local Brand Manager manages the entire store’s staff and provides thoughtful leadership to each employee. The Store & Local Brand Manager works with each employee to achieve goals and serves as an advocate on behalf of the needs of the store in all HQ communications and functions that impact the store.

Store & Local Brand Manager duties include (but are not limited to):

• Understanding and communicating daily, weekly, monthly and annual sales targets and key performance indicator (KPI) goals to employees.
• Ensuring the implementation of plans for meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Holding employees accountable for meeting productivity expectations.
• Reinforcing the expectation of superior customer service as the top priority for all employees.
• Ensuring that all customer grievances are addressed promptly and in alignment with company policies.
• Communicating company directives, policies, and guidelines in a clear, positive, and effective manner to ensure they are understood.
• Ensuring the timely execution of all merchandising and visual initiatives according to HQ direction.
• Providing feedback to the Buying Team regarding merchandising needs of the store based on trends and market analysis.
• Setting an example of enthusiasm, knowledge, and understanding of the PAIGE brand image and products.
• Overseeing the interviewing, on-boarding, and training processes for new hires.
• Managing the store’s succession planning and identifying, recognizing, and developing talented and committed employees.
• Fostering an environment that recognizes and rewards commitment and excellence within the store.
• Monitoring employee performance, evaluations, and training needs within the store to ensure that all employees have the opportunity to succeed and grow.
• Ensuring all requirements necessary to open and close the store are performed accurately each day.
• Obtaining a comprehensive knowledge of the POS system, and having the ability to handle transactions in the event of an iPad, internet, and or debit/credit card reader malfunction.
• Ensuring an accurate inventory and the timely completion of all inventory related tasks, procedures, and operations.
• Participating in scheduled inventory tasks, including store wide physical inventory counts.
• The Store & Local Brand Manager will act as a liaison representing PAIGE within the community their store resides.

Required Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience in a retail setting
• 2 years of experience managing retail teams and driving sales
• Open availability
• Able to work at least 40 hours per week including mornings and evenings
• The ability to work during the Vacation Blackout Policy dates. Including all weekend days in December
• Strong written and verbal communication and leadership skills
• Knowledgeable with retail systems and a strong understanding of retail math and KPIs
• The ability to engage and motivate teams, and to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Flexibility and experience in managing multiple strategic and operational business functions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 10 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekend availability

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Management: 3 years (Preferred)
• Customer Service: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $80,000