Assistant Store Manager I

Assistant Store Manager I

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

Additional Requirements :

Experience : 1 to 3 years of previous management experience in a luxury retail service environment preferable. Possess current knowledge of fashion trends and competition in the marketplace.

Education : High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.

Technical : Proficient with MS Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Experience using retail systems (i.e. labor management, inventory systems, sales reporting, etc.)

Physical : Ability to execute at a fast pace. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team. Ability to maneuver the sales floor, sales shelves, and stock room; climbing, bending, and kneeling are required. Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and, at times, lift and carry product / cartons up to 50 pounds to process product shipment / transfers

Schedule : Ability to meet Coach Scheduling & Availability Expectations, including ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays high retail traffic and sales days (including but not limited to the day after Thanksgiving, Memorial Day, Christmas Eve, Mother's Day, etc.).

Note : This document serves only as a sample of job duties and responsibilities and does not include an exhaustive list of all performance requirements.