What are the responsibilities and job description for the Acting Store Manager position at Vera Bradley?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Note: Other duties may be assigned)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Hire and train a team of qualified associates that communicate and represent the Vera Bradley philosophy
- Maintain payroll budget.
- Create an outstanding experience for both associates and customers
- Lead the team with exceptional sales and strong MOD presence while on the floor, setting the pace for team
- In partnersip with District Manager, promote community involvement to drive brand awareness and loyalty
- Communicate the Vera Bradley brand aesthetic, philosophy and lifestyle to the sales associates and guests
- Uphold the Vera Bradley brand standards through exceptional visual merchandising
- Provide a clean, organized and inviting environment for both customers and associates
- Oversee daily, weekly, monthly processes to ensure operational integrity
- Work closely with District Manager to manage all human resource related tasks including recruiting, onboarding and I-9 compliance, performance management, payroll and scheduling, health and safety, and store security
- Work with District Manager in the administration of established policies and procedures
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- High School Graduate or equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Retail Management or related field preferred
- Prior retail experience strongly preferred
- 2 years management experience preferred
- Experience in specialty retail strongly preferred
- Experience with retail POS system a plus
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Polite and professional
- Exceptional sales skills
- Ability to lead, motivate and promote a team environment
- Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
- Strong PC skills utilizing Microsoft Office software
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive, adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
- Available to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
- Strong team player
ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The environmental and physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Constant walking and standing; frequent bending, stooping and reaching
- Must be able to work with strong fragrances and scents in the form of eau de toilette, burning candles, bath and shower gel, body lotion, hand cream and bar soap throughout the work day.
- Strong sensory skills such as good eyesight, good hearing, and dexterity
- Ability to consistently lift 10-35 lbs; Occasionally lift up to 55 lbs with the ability to push or pull more than 55 lbs
- Occasional overnight travel as required for company business
Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled
Vera Bradley is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. For more information, please click the following links:
Vera Bradley's Equal Employment and Affirmative Action Policy
Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law (in English)
Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law (in Spanish)
Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law (Supplement in English)
Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law (Supplement in Spanish)
Pay Transparency (in English)
Pay Transparency (in Spanish)
E-Verify Participation Poster
Right to Work Poster (English)
Right to Work Poster (Spanish)
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment application process, please send an e-mail to applicationassistance@VeraBradley.com . Please include the accommodation you are requesting and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation and other EEO/Affirmative Action issues will be responded to from this e-mail address.
