The North Face Store Manager Bellevue Square

Store Manager

As the Store Manager you will provide leadership direction and development to the store staff and successfully execute company strategies to ensure a consistent peak brand experience. Your primary responsibilities as the Store Manager are to determine and maintain optimal staffing levels recruit hire educate and motivate a team of brand advocates w ho in turn create a consistent best in class customer experience that aligns with our brands purpose and values. Additionally you are responsible for setting an example for customer engagement and selling for your team. You a re responsible for maximizing store profitability by controlling expenses protecting company assets and by ensuring that store standards and processes for customer care merchandising operations sustainability and community participation are consistent and well executed.

Join the North Face Family

The North Face was built on a love for the outdoors and the desire to enable all types of exploration for all people from their backyards to the Himalayas. Over the last 50 years weve lived by our true north the belief that exploration has the power to change us to challenge us and to help us see the world from new perspectives. To help ignite a global movement of outdoor exploration love for the natural world and an unwavering commitment to protect it we welcome and encourage new participants to the outdoors. We extend our reach through support of non-profit organizations establishing programs that connect participants with close-to-home recreation opportunities and creating a connection with young leaders inspiring them to explore and conserve.

As we enter our sixth decade we pledge to :

Empower exploration and the thrill of the unknown for as many people as possible.

Protect the places where we live play and operate.

Evolve the way we make our products by improving our environmental performance and social responsibility in the supply chain.

How You Will Make a Difference :

Held accountable for achieving store sales goals and promoting productivity through measurement and monitoring of progress and results against key targets

Promote excellence in customer service by modeling brand specific service standards monitoring and responding to customer feedback and ensuring the team is engaging with each customer to create an authentic brand experience.

Responsible for managing store schedules loss prevention store audits expense control weekly reports and ensuring that company / store policies and procedures are followed.

Supports store marketing events and grows relationships in the community to generate brand awareness drive traffic by seeking opportunities to engage with the customers and support / participate in community initiatives outside the four walls of the store.

Provide coaching and training programs to the store team in customer service engagement brand identity product knowledge and operations while also providing real-time feedback that enables growth and success.

Ensure visual merchandising standards are met by implementing floor-sets and merchandising directives.

Maintain store inventory through proper shipping and receiving procedures.

Select hire and develop a high performing team

Build an active talent community and network

Responsible for development of staff :

Actively communicate and maintain succession plans for staff

Communicate and deliver rewards recognition annual performance appraisal process; as well as address performance issues and administer discipline when appro priate.

Ensure compliance with company safety and adherence to policies and procedures standards and practices and company directives.

Model behavior that respects the background experience and cultural differences of others while upholding the integrity and values of the VF Corporation and the brand.

Promote an environment that encourages participation creativity and learning by sharing best practices and building on the ideas of others.

What You Bring

3 years of multi-unit leadership or store management experience

People and performance management experience

Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business; will require weekends evenings and holidays

Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales and profit results

Proven ability to meet business goals by driving results through store team

Ability to plan and drive results while balancing shifting priorities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to build lead and manage a high performing team

Excellent decision making ability in a fast-paced environment

Able to meet performance expectations

Detail orientated and excellent organization skills

Proficient computer skills including word processing spreadsheets and software programs

Proven ability in leading the delivery of a high level of customer service in a retail environment

Preferred

High volume / high complexity retail experience

Associate Degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school Experience in a specialty retail environment outdoor apparel industry or experience with outdoor equipment sales

Physical

Operate office equipment and technology (i.e. computers phones fax copier etc.)

Standing required for entire work shift

Bend lift open and move product up to 50 pounds as needed

Use ladders for visual merchandising light adjustments and window banner placement

Travel (less than 10% of time)

Free to Be Inclusion & Diversity

As a purpose-led performance driven company we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect connection openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Whats In It for You

Were in the business of unleashing human potential driven by the ideas energy and commitment of our people. Thats why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits were the total package. Go to and click on Looking to Join VF to learn more.

NEVER STOP EXPLORING

Our Parent Company VF Corporation

VF is one of the worlds largest apparel footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles activities and experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor active and workwear brands. At the heart of our journey lies our company-wide purpose : We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. Its the reason we come to work every day. Its a commitment shared by our global associates across all brands. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals together. This is our calling. Learn more at

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Hiring Range :

$79250.00 USD - $99062.50 USD annually

Incentive Potential : This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan sales incentive orcommissionpotential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation : You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered including this years medical plan rates on and by clicking Looking to Join VF Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. Although all positions have a hiring range based upon market data this position has a minimum starting rate that is listed determining the specific compensation for this position we comply with all local state and federal laws.

At VF we value a diverse inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individuals race color sex gender identity gender expression religion age national origin or ancestry citizenship physical or mental disability medical condition family care status marital status domestic partner status sexual orientation genetic information military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process please contact us at . VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Business Development,Company Policies,Customer Service,Financial Performance,Revenue Growth,Oversight,Regional Sales,Account Management,Project Management,Product Line,Ensure Compliance,Human Resources,Procedures,Sales Goals,Direct Reports

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1