Store Manager

• Lead a team in creating a hospitable environment for customers and associates alike
• Educate, coach, mentor and inspire all store associates based on their individual strengths, opportunities and needs
• Create a relationship-based selling culture where all associates align around the needs of our customers to drive customer loyalty and a sustainable sales trend
• Build a collaborative team environment where all associates are held accountable and proud to uphold the same standards, policies, and procedures
• Maintain knowledge of business and competitive landscape, fashion trends and key business drivers to strategically identify opportunities that will maximize sales and ensure financial goals are achieved
• Balance the operational energy with selling energy necessary to create exceptional experiences for our customers and driving the business forward within his/her/their store
• Attract/Identify/source talent for current and future opportunities while managing payroll/staffing schedule
• Protect company assets and maintain a safe work environment
• Ensure compliance of all company policies and procedures as well as local, state, and federal employment laws.

• The model of professionalism, integrity and respect for others while creating an environment that positions Talbots as an employer of choice
• Customer-centric and understands the importance exceptional service contributes to growing store sales
• An effective leader with the ability to influence others into action through inspiration and involvement
• A role model for creating exceptional customer experiences and build enduring relationships both internally and externally
• Ambitious and enthusiastic in creating an environment for both the store and team to succeed
• Have strong sales experience with a demonstrated ability to meet or exceed performance standards
• Organized and capable of multi-tasking in a fast paced, ever-changing environment
• Excellent communicator, fiscally responsible, critical thinker, and have leadership courage
• Professional, assertive, and friendly with the ability to make decisions independently
• You possess the technological aptitude to navigate, coach and train computer/iPad/handheld systems
• Able to work cooperatively in a diverse work environment
• An experienced leader - specialty retail preferred
• Open to relocating for opportunities in other areas of the business
• Comfortable climbing ladders, moving around regularly, and standing for extended periods of time
• Able to bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry, and move at least 40 lbs
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the business including opening/closing shifts as well as weekends and holidays
• Have open availability of 40 hours per week.

specialty retail preferred

• Growth tools to grow beyond this position
• Incentive Opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits packages accessible to both full time and eligible part time employees
• Generous Discount: 50%, 60% & 70% Merchandise Discount off Talbots and Haven Well Within
• Referral Incentive Program
• discounts on travel, shopping, concerts and more.