Assistant Store Manager I

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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 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 and understands Coach’s tools and technology to support Service and Operations of store
Competencies required:
Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully. Is consistently one of the top performers. Very bottom line oriented. Steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and