Assistant Store Manager Oakridge Park

OverviewCoach 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.Assistant Store ManagerJob Description – 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.ResponsibilitiesSALES: 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; communicate goals to the team, track store\'s performance at all times and achieve sales.Productivity Management: hold 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 (e.g., 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.Develops 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 a 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; creates 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.OperationsEvaluates performance of all team members and provides consistent and timely feedback; creates and modifies action plans for 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 (e.g., payroll, staffing, scheduling, merchandising).Interacts and communicates with Lead Supervisor and Store Manager.Maintains interior and exterior upkeep of building with partnership from the corporate office; communicating needs to ensure esthetic and safety requirements are met.Adheres to all retail policies and procedures including POS and Operations; leverages Coach\'s tools and technology to support service and operations of store.CompetenciesDrive for Results, Customer Focus, Creativity, Interpersonal Savvy, Learning on the Fly, Perseverance, Dealing with Ambiguity, Strategic Agility, Building Effective Teams, Managerial Courage, and more as described below.Drive for Results: Exceed goals; top performer; bottom-line oriented; pushes self and others for results.Customer Focus: Meets expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; builds trust and maintains relationships.Creativity: Generates new and unique ideas; connects unrelated notions; valued in brainstorming.Interpersonal Savvy: Builds rapport; uses diplomacy and tact; diffuses high-tension situations.Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly; open to change; analyzes successes and failures for improvement; experiments to find solutions.Perseverance: Finishes tasks with energy and drive; resilient in the face of resistance.Dealing with Ambiguity: Handles change well; acts without complete information; comfortable with risk and uncertainty.Strategic Agility: Anticipates future consequences and trends; creates credible visions and plans.Building Effective Teams: Fosters team morale; shares wins; ensures accountability and belonging in the team.Managerial Courage: Provides direct, actionable feedback; addresses issues promptly and directly.Additional RequirementsExperience: 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; experience using retail systems (labor management, inventory, sales reporting).Physical: Ability to work at a fast pace; communicate effectively; maneuver on the sales floor; able to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds for shipments.Schedule: Flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays with high retail traffic.Note: This document serves only as a sample of job duties and responsibilities and does not include an exhaustive list of all performance requirements.Tapestry, Inc., parent company of the Coach brand, is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions are based on qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration, without regard to legally protected characteristics. Visit Coach at www.coach.com #J-18808-Ljbffr