Retail Store Manager
The Retail Store Manager is accountable for managing the daily store activities from administrative and operational to offering the best customer experience. He/she manages the team towards driving sales, optimizing stock performance and ensuring a proper level of training and knowledge in the store.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Define, develop and implement the store operational plan as per communicated objectives aiming at exceeding sales objectives.
- Establish sales budgets and targets, cascade to the team and ensure individual and store targets are met.
- Apply the Apple planogram.
- Lead and manage the daily store operational activities to deliver the highest standards of customer service and maximize sales and profitability in line with company’s objectives.
- Follow up on the appearance and maintenance of the store and staff to meet Apple guidelines and evaluate audit/mystery shopper reports for improvements.
- Ensure a proper storage, tracking and control of inventory and follow up on the merchandising and replenishment of the store while reporting any inventory related issue/opportunity to the Retail Manager.
- Optimize the floor coverage and prepare schedules while accounting for vacation plans and days off.
- Develop and maintain good working relationships with customers and back office departments securing a smooth flow of operations.
- Ensure the cash management policy and all other policies/procedures are implemented in the store and that cash registers are accurately reconciled.
- Attend to operational problems namely customer complaints, in coordination with the back office to ensure an uninterrupted operation and achieve customer satisfaction.
- Conduct periodic market studies and exchange best practices and recommendations with the Retail Manager and other Store Managers on a regular basis.
- Prepare and issue periodic reports on store performance and other metrics supporting operational decisions.
- Work closely with the HR Department on staffing needs and training plans.
- Ensure that the company’s policies and procedures are implemented/applicable at all times.
Talent Development
- Lead and coach the team cultivating empowerment and ownership.
- Develop capabilities and secure a solid succession plan.
- Conduct regular performance reviews, identify training needs and oversee development plans.
Position Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or any other related field.
- Experience: At least 5 years of relevant experience.
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