Store Manager (Fashion Retail)

Al Khayyat Investments (AKI); Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retail company seeks a Store Manager to drive business and manage a dedicated team in Dubai. The role involves achieving sales targets, enhancing customer experiences, and developing a loyal VIP clientele. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree and a strong background in retail management, with effective leadership and customer service skills being essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience in a managerial role in fashion retail.
• Leadership abilities, with a focus on customer management.
• Fluent in Russian and Arabic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage store business and achieve sales targets.
• Build and retain a base of loyal VIP customers.
• Recruit and develop strong talents for the team.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Problem Solving

Conflict Resolution

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

JOB PURPOSE: Lead by example and represent the company and brand by communicating its values though all activities and interactions with customers and other team members. Define, execute, and monitor the store action plan to achieve sales targets and KPIs. Manage the customer database to build strong relationships with customers and create future potential selling opportunities. Stay ahead of latest trends, products and competitors and share feedback with line manager.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Responsible for driving the store business.
• Work towards achieving the store sales’ target, build a base of loyal VIP customers by recruiting and retaining them.
• Manage the team and ensure full adherence to the brand’s guidelines and store processes.
• Provide a clear vision to the team about the business and store’s vision and key directions.
• Identify, develop, and retain strong talents.
• Create a positive work environment based on trust, respect, and fairness.
• Be the voice the employees when needed by sharing any of their feedback, challenges, and concerns with your line manager.
• Ensure Performance improvement plans in a transparent manner.
• Develop the omnichannel mindset among the team by constantly promoting the different touchpoints of the customer experience (physical and digital)
• The client ling approach and techniques with a focus on VIPs, leveraging customer data proactively catering to their needs and preferences.
• Recruit new clients and convert them into loyal VIP customers by providing them with excellent experience and constantly networking with them.
• Ensure all operating standards are followed from stock replenishment to organizing displays as per brand’s VM guidelines.
• Ensure healthy floor coverage by analyzing historical traffic data and anticipating peak hours.

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution or equivalent preferred. Minimum 3 years’ experience in leading fashion retail store in managerial role.
• Leadership and customer management abilities. Customer service-oriented with in-depth knowledge of retail business management processes.
• Russian and Arabic speaking candidates preferred.
• Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution, Excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.