Store Manager-New Jersey Market

Overview:

We have an exciting opportunity for a charismatic Store Manager who can lead a team in maximizing the overall profitability of a high fashion luxury retail store. As a Manager you oversee all aspects of the operations while inspiring your team to create that exceptional customer experience. Are YOU the one?
Responsibilities:

The Responsibilities of a Store Manager include:

• Manage a retail specialty store with staff of 5 -15 employees
• Ensure all operational responsibilities are carried out including but not limited to: opening and closing procedures, inventory control, receiving, merchandising, loss prevention and customer service
• Recruiting, interviewing and hiring of staff
• Participates in store selling efforts to ensure personal goals as wells store sales and productivity goals are met.
• Train, delegate and supervise staff to develop and maintain individual selling goals, customer service and product knowledge skills.
• Conduct regular meetings with the store staff and maintain daily communications binder.
• Ensure housekeeping and safety standards are upheld throughout the entire store (selling floor, backroom and bathroom).
• Partner with Human Resources to address and document unsatisfactory performance and policy violations related to new hire/termination paperwork, benefits, disciplinary action, etc. in a timely matter.
• Follow Loss Prevention guidelines throughout entire store (back office and selling floor). Participate in programs to reduce loss/shortage, report merchandise or cash discrepancies to Regional LP Manager
• Ensure entire staff adheres to Mystery shop guidelines.
• Create and promote strong business relationships with vendors, mall management and local businesses
• Participate in corporate initiated store events or create specific promotions based on the needs of the market or clientele

Qualifications:

• Previous retail management experience a must, speciality retail a plus
• College Degree preferred
• Analytical skills are essential
• Ability to work flexible hours, 40 hours a week, 2 nights a week, weekends and holidays
• Demonstrates strong leadership ability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literate (word, excel and lotus notes)
• Reliable and punctual
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry 25lbs.