Assistant Store Manager I

Assistant Store Manager At Coach

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last-for you to be yourself in. Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio - a global house of brands committed to stretching what's possible. A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive.

The Assistant Store Manager at Coach demonstrates a high level of business acumen; delivering sales results through employee development and mentorship. Embodies a strategic mindset to deliver operational efficiencies. Ensures Coach's standards and competencies are top of mind. They serve as a true utilitarian player; possessing the ability to adapt to all roles within the store's environment.

Sample of tasks required of role :

Sales :

Understands organizational objectives and makes decisions in partnership with the Store Manager that align with Company priorities and values

Develop sales strategies, initiatives and growth across all categories; communicates goals to the team, tracks store's performance at all times and achieves sales

Productivity Management : holds the management team accountable for personal productivity and management contribution

Develops clienteling strategy; implements and monitors over time, to achieve business goals and objectives in partnership with the Store Manager

Understands changes in market with potential impact on business performance and supports the execution of sales strategies / tactics

Brings best self to work through Coach's Guide to Style; ensures all associates follow expectations

Acts as brand ambassador in the market / mall to drive loyalty and business (i.e. charity events, local associations, mall initiatives)

Resolves customer issues in a timely manner while being solution-oriented and forward thinking; partners with the Store Manager and / or District Manager as needed

Develop team to build long-term relationships with customers to drive business

Takes initiative; has a high level of ownership and accountability for results of self and others

Works directly with the Store / District Manager to protect and drive the needs of the business

Ensures all daily tasks are completed without negatively impacting service of Coach standards

Approaches challenges in direct and timely manner and takes action to course correct in the moment, when appropriate

Builds trusting relationships with peers and team; acts as advocate for the Brand

Welcomes feedback and adapts behaviors; creating short and long-term goals to achieve personal metrics and store performance

Delegates and empowers others

Creates enthusiasm and positivity for a shared vision and mission

Recognizes and values individual performance

Operations :

Evaluates performance of all team members and provides consistent and timely feedback; creates and modifies action plans for the continuous development in partnership with the Store Manager

Resolves performance problems using appropriate communication, coaching and counseling techniques

Adheres to all retail policies and procedures including POS and Operations

Leverages / understands Coach's tools and technology to support Service and Operations of store

Recruits, interviews on-boards and works closely with Store Manager on strategies to maintain top-talent; while creating a talent bench

Manages daily operational tasks according to Coach standards including selling and service expectations, operations, payroll, human resources and loss prevention

Demonstrates strong business acumen; strategically forecasts in partnership with Store Manager, plans and budgets to the needs of the business (i.e. payroll, staffing, scheduling, merchandising)

Interacts and communicates with Lead Supervisor and Store Manager

Maintains interior and exterior upkeep of build