Store Manager Job Opening

Store Manager - VAN HEUSEN

Responsible for the overall performance of the store, generating maximum sales potential, recruiting and developing staff, maintaining store appearance, controlling expenses and shortages.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maximize sales volume.

• Network, recruit, hire, train and develop store associates.

• Maintain visual presentation standards that are consistent with division philosophy and direction.

• Implement, execute and follow up on all operational policies and procedures.

• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Control store expenses within allowable parameters

• Manage time and prioritize tasks.

• Assume leadership role within the store.

CUSTOMER SERVICE / SALES

• Ensure customer service is the #1 priority.

• Establish a plan for reversing negative sales trends.

• Understand and create awareness of the factors to impact sales volume.

• Effectively supervise the sales floor to ensure customer / associate awareness at all times.

• Ensure all customer concerns are addressed and resolved.

LEADERSHIP

• Motivate and develop associates to meet store goals / objectives.

• Clearly delegate activities and follow-up on all direction.

• Demonstrate teamwork within store and company.

• Take initiative and use sound judgement.

• Develop growth potential in associates.

• Lead by example.

PERSONNEL

• Demonstrate professional image and conduct.

• Follow specific divisional dress code policy.

• Ensure that store staff is treated professionally, courteously and respectfully.

• Involve and develop staff in accomplishing store goals.

• Assess and review associates ability.

• Control turnover.

• Take an active role in own development.

• Communicate staff concerns to District Sales Manager.

• Support all company / management decisions.

• Utilize all training programs / materials effectively.

• Correct unacceptable performance of associates.

OPERATIONS

• Execute and follow-up on all operational policies, procedures and directives.

• Execute and follow-up on the Inventory Shrinkage Improvement Program.

• Follow up on all audit issues.

• Ensure accuracy in all paperwork.

• Attend mall / center meetings.

VISUAL PRESENTATION

• Maintain store appearance to reflect division standard.

• Execute and maintain divisional marketing directives.

• Interpret and execute floor plans and guidelines.

• Communicate all merchandise-related issues to District Sales Manager.

• React to sell through and ensure store is well stocked.

• POS set up is timely and detailed.

• Execute markdowns and re-merchandise as needed.

• Have knowledge of the store merchandise.

• Have knowledge of sales floor and stockroom organization.

• Ensure cleanliness and organization of store.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $40,000.00 to $50,000.00 /year

Experience:

• Retail Management: 3 years (Preferred)
• sales: 3 years (Preferred)