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The Alexander McQueen Assistant Store Director will lead and support all activities to achieve store business objectives, ensuring an unparalleled client experience. This role is responsible for setting up and implementing the strategy and vision for the store, providing recommendations and improvement plans based on store results. The ideal candidate must perform with a high level of integrity and take full ownership of the store operations, loss prevention compliance, human resources management, as well as visual merchandising presentation. The Store Director/Manager leads by example and guarantees excellence in Client experience through local market knowledge and promoting the values and ambitions of the brand within the marketplace. They will drive excellence in all Client touchpoints through empowering and developing the store team.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and support all activities to achieve store business objectives, ensuring an unparalleled client experience
Set up and implement the strategy and vision for the store, providing recommendations and improvement plans based on store results
Take full ownership of the store operations, loss prevention compliance, human resources management, as well as visual merchandising presentation
Lead by example and guarantee excellence in Client experience through local market knowledge and promoting the values and ambitions of the brand
Drive excellence in all Client touchpoints through empowering and developing the store team
Drive team to exceed Financial targets and maximize sales performances
Propose and develop action plans, through careful analysis of store performance
Communicate with the team the company set KPI’s and identify strategies to ensure performance standards are met
Represent the Company within the local market, identify opportunities to increase foot flow, attract new Clients, and build loyal relationships with the brand
Be present on the sales floor, ensuring highest standard of approach and service to Clients
Foster the omni channel awareness among the team
Meet store operating budgets by monitoring store expenses
Provide effective product feedback based on store needs
Proactively follow current competitors and fashion trends, industry news and new innovations in technology
Train and communicate current collection knowledge to all associates
Place the client above all
Foster a client centric mindset developing and maintaining solid Client relationships
Manage the achievement of business objectives, by utilizing a top client strategy
Promote brand awareness, establish market/store presence, and capture competitive market share through community outreach and company sponsored events
Capture meaningful customer data for the purpose of building relationships
Foster a strong private appointment culture among the team
Collaborate with the Retail Head Office for the organization of local events
Oversee annual review process for all store employees and set annual employee goals
Cascade relevant information from the business in an efficient way
Conduct monthly coaching sessions with team members to review performance and provide constructive, timely feedback
Attract, recruit, and retain a high performing team and build a talent pipeline
Ensure a consistent and branded onboarding experience for all new hires
Manage the allocation of staff resources and scheduling to effectively drive sales and ensure customer service
Partner with Retail Manager and Human Resource Manager for all employee relations issues
Act as a strong staff motivator, promoting team spirit
Be a role model of House Code of Behaviours and ensure team abides by them
Master fully all company tools and applications including IT and digital, and ensure team is constantly informed of relevant updates
Understand the needs and priorities, train and inspire the Store team on product knowledge, sales techniques, Client Services, and Company policies and procedures
Identify talents within your team to propose for internal development opportunities
Ensure strong cooperation between front and back of house to guarantee efficient operations
Adhere to and enforce all company policies and procedures
Monitor store expenses and maintain store operating budget
Comply with all Loss Prevention quarterly self-audits, monthly cycle counts, incident reporting and monthly inventory reconciliations
Oversee the processing of daily incoming and outbound merchandise requests and shipments
Provide accurate monthly schedules by analyzing peak hours to ensure adequate floor coverage and timely submission of payroll records
Support and maintain visual merchandising standards set by headquarters
Maintain full organization of company assets per the back of house and front of house guidelines
Maintain the borrow log and consignment program
Requirements:
Significant sales management experience in retail, luxury retail, or service-related industry
Proven ability to drive store performance
Commercial awareness and strong business acumen, including key retail performance indicators
Coaching and development skills
Strong analytical skills
Entrepreneurial spirit
Strong budget management experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent organizational skills
Being confident in public speaking and engaging with external stakeholder
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Open to change and new way of working
Able to manage pressure and maintain a positive working environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Flexibility to work a retail schedule which will include evenings, weekends and holidays
Ability to effectively create, manage and adhere to deadlines
Ability to be mobile for extended periods of time
Passion for the Fashion Industry
Ability to climb a ladder and lift packages weighing 10 lbs. on a regular basis