Retail Store Manager

DescriptionCareer Development | Medical and Dental Benefits | 40% Discount | Maternity and Parental Leave | Tuition AssistanceAt Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing top talent. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet to help the world live more fully.Join Gingham Nation, where we invest in our associates through fair pay, benefits, and development opportunities, so they can continue to be their best at work, at home, and in their communities.As a Store Manager, you will have the opportunity to develop outstanding associates, deliver exceptional and consistent customer experiences, and positively impact growth. Our store leaders are the front line of our field leadership team: they're retail and customer-savvy, dedicated brand ambassadors, and thrive on the connections we make with our customers.ResponsibilitiesAttract, hire, develop, inspire, and retain top talent including the store leadership team (SLT).Set and reinforce clear and concise performance expectations, results goals, and accountability with all associates through effective and fair leadership.Responsible for owning and delegating leadership tasks to address customer experience, vendor relationship, or maintenance issues.Partner with the SLT to support action plans that improve results and ensure effective execution of operational activities.Implement and sustain floorset direction to optimize the business and bring the product story to life.Perform opening and closing routines including execution of bank deposits, receipt of shipment, and interpret/disseminate company directives.Set the direction and goals for the day/shift when associates arrive for work.Provide individual and team performance feedback.Meet payroll targets by ensuring appropriate sales floor coverage and maintaining a selling focus.Lead exceptional in-store customer experiences through demonstrating and modeling selling behaviors rooted in Our Values and elevated product knowledge.Create genuine connections with customers through uncovering needs, sharing product information, demoing products, and making personalized recommendations.Train, coach, reward, and motivate associates to improve selling and the customer experience.Reinforce selling expectations, performance, results, and accountability with all associates.All store positions require constant physical activity, including standing, walking, reaching, and lifting. Associates are expected to climb ladders, lift, reach, bend, and kneel to obtain products for customers and to maintain the visual appearance of the store. Associates should be able to lift 10 pounds consistently and up to 50 pounds.Consistently provide the most safe, clean, and engaging experience by adhering to all safety standards and expectations.Maintain our values, policies, and procedures.QualificationsProven experience delivering sales, exceptional customer experience, and operational results in a fast-paced environment.2+ years of experience in a manager role, preferably in a retail setting.Thrives in a customer-first based retail environment.Ability to foster a customer-focused selling culture.Passion for attracting, developing, and retaining top talent.Effective communication skills, being open to feedback, and the ability to adapt quickly.Ability to provide in the moment coaching to associates.Ability to de-escalate store and customer situations effectively.Must be available to work peak days and times, including varied shifts of evenings, weekends, and holidays.EducationHigh school diploma, GED certificate, or Relevant Work ExperienceCore CompetenciesLead with Curiosity & HumilityBuild High Performing Teams for Today & TomorrowInfluence & Inspire with Vision & PurposeObserve, Engage & ConnectStrive to Achieve Operational ExcellenceDeliver Business ResultsBenefitsBath & Body Works associates are the heart of our business. That's why we're proud to offer benefits that empower you to Dream Bigger & Live Brighter. Benefits for eligible associates include:Competitive, performance-based compensation and bonus incentive programs for sales leadership positions.40% merchandise discount and free Bath & Body Works product that encourages you to come back to your sensesRobust medical, dental, and life insurance options, plus short-term and long-term disability plans.No-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Retirement Savings Program with company match.Tuition Assistance Program.Opportunity for paid time off (PTO) and additional family benefits.Visit bbwbenefits.com for more details.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual's race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in Canada.Application window will close when all vacancy/vacancies are filled.