Acting Lead Supervisor I - CoachEdmonton Premium Outlet Collection

Tapestry, Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury retail company in Edmonton is seeking a Lead Supervisor who will model sales behaviors and manage operational tasks to ensure store success. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of retail experience, preferably in a luxury setting, and a strong understanding of customer service dynamics. This position demands a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of previous retail experience, preferably in a luxury environment.
• Current knowledge of fashion trends and competition is beneficial.
• Ability to execute tasks at a fast pace.

Responsibilities

• Model sales behaviors to drive operational excellence.
• Manage daily operational tasks effectively.
• Coach and develop the sales team to meet goals.

Skills

Customer Focus

Sales Techniques

Team Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

Cash register systems

iPad/Laptop

Job description

Overview

Coach

Edmonton, AB, CA

Lead Supervisor Job Description

The Lead Supervisor role is an integral part of the store’s overall success; modeling the behaviors needed to drive sales and operational excellence. This individual shows exemplary performance behaviors, represents Coach at its highest standards, and can adapt to all roles within the store environment.

Responsibilities

• SALES:
  • Understands organizational objectives and makes decisions in partnership with the Store Manager(s) and Assistant Store Manager(s) that align with Company priorities and values
  • Endorses, models and develops team to deliver Coach’s Selling and Service expectations
  • Enforces sales strategies, initiatives and growth across all categories
  • Works with Store Manager(s) and/or Assistant Store Manager(s) to flex store business strategies and personal selling techniques to contribute to overall store and financial results
  • Leverages floor supervisor assignment responsibilities to deliver strong metrics; remains results driven, including through team selling and selling to multiple customers
  • Productivity Management: holds sales team accountable for personal sales
  • Maximizes clienteling strategy in partnership with the Store Manager(s) and Assistant Store Manager(s); monitoring process over time to achieve business goals and objectives
  • Builds credibility and trust with team, as well with customers - serving as a personal fashion advisor to deliver business results
  • Creates positive impressions with store team and customers by bringing best self to work through business attire consistent with Coach’s Guide to Style
  • Acts as a brand ambassador in the local market/mall to drive brand loyalty and business
  • Sensitive to customer and team needs and tailors approach by reading cues
  • Solution-oriented and forward thinking in resolving customer issues; partners with Store Manager(s) and/or District Manager as appropriate
  • Develops both self and individual product knowledge skills and remains aware of current collections
  • Understands the positive sales impact staffing has on the business and recruits accordingly
  • Coaches, develops and motivates the team on a daily, weekly and monthly basis to meet goals and utilize Company tools; delegates and empowers others and encourages individual growth
  • Welcomes feedback and adapts behaviors; create short and long-term goals to achieve personal metrics and performance development
  • Regularly provides feedback to others; coaches performance to a higher standard; provides constructive feedback to Store Manager(s) and Assistant Store Manager(s)

• OPERATIONS:
  • Manages daily operational tasks according to Coach standards, switching gears based on the needs of the business both seamlessly and pro-actively
  • Demonstrates strong business acumen
  • Interacts and communicates with supervisor(s) on a regular basis; is adaptable and flexible; maintains a calm and professional demeanor
  • Maintains interior and exterior upkeep of the building with partnership from the corporate office
  • Understands and uses all retail systems and reporting tools to make informed decisions, taking appropriate partners, as necessary
  • Adheres to all applicable Coach retail policies and procedures including POS and Operations procedures
  • Leverages Coach’s tools and technology to support relationship building and clienteling efforts, including driving sales and achieving individual and team goals
  • Works with Store Manager(s) and/or Assistant Store Manager(s) to flex store business strategies to improve productive functions
  • Ensures all daily tasks are completed without negatively impacting service of Coach standards
  • Drive for Results: can be counted on to exceed goals; consistently among top performers; bottom-line oriented
  • Customer Focus: dedicated to meeting internal and external customer expectations; builds trust and effective relationships
  • Creativity: brings new and unique ideas; able to connect previously unrelated notions
  • Interpersonal Savvy: relates well to all kinds of people; builds rapport and diplomacy
  • Learning on The Fly: learns quickly, open to change, analyzes successes and failures for improvement
  • Perseverance: energetic, driven, and focused on finishing tasks
  • Dealing with Ambiguity: handles change and risk; acts without total information when needed
  • Strategic Agility: future-oriented with the ability to create competitive plans
  • Building Effective Teams: fosters teamwork, accountability, and belonging
  • Managerial Courage: provides direct, actionable feedback and handles issues promptly

Additional Requirements

• Experience: 1-3 years of previous retail experience (cashier/stock experience, sales, etc.) preferably in a luxury retail service environment. Possesses current knowledge of fashion trends and competition in the marketplace.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Technical: Knowledge of cash register systems, basic computer skills (including the ability to use iPad/laptop, Mobile POS and Internet), utilize walkie talkie, understand and read price and product release sheets.
• Physical: Ability to execute at a fast pace. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team. Ability to maneuver the sales floor, sales shelves, and stock room; climbing, bending, and kneeling are required. Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and, at times, lift and carry product/cartons up to 50 pounds to process product shipment/transfers.

Schedule

Ability to meet Coach Scheduling & Availability Expectations, including ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays high retail traffic and sales days (including but not limited to the day after Thanksgiving, Memorial Day, Christmas Eve, Mother’s Day, etc.).

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. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and relation to the position, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or other legally protected basis. Visit Coach at www.coach.com.

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