Associate General Manager, Vancouver (New Store)

Veronica Beard; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A fashion retail company is seeking a passionate Associate General Manager for their new store opening in Vancouver. You will partner with the General Manager to maximize sales and create an exceptional shopping experience. Responsibilities include staff supervision, training, and maintaining operational standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years in retail management and possess strong leadership and customer service skills. This role also emphasizes the importance of fashion trends and store merchandising.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a Store and/or Assistant Manager position in women's apparel.
• Ability to work flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Strong verbal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervises staff and creates a sales environment.
• Sets goals for staff and helps them achieve sales excellence.
• Trains associates on product knowledge and customer service.

Skills

Sales leadership

Team development

Customer service

Communication skills

Fashion awareness

Education

2+ years in retail management

Job description

We are seeking a passionate Associate General Manager for our new store opening in March!

The Associate General Manager is responsible for working in partnership with the General Manager to maximize sales, provide an exceptional shopping experience for the customer, and manage the store’s visual and operational standards, including the store’s shrink %, wage cost and Clienteling. The Associate General Manager will support with staffing, training and developing high performance teams and assume responsibility as the “Manager-on-Duty” in the absence of the General Manager.

Responsibilities

SALES LEADERSHIP

• Assumes Manager’s role in supervising staff and creating an outstanding sales and customer service environment in absence of General Manager
• Strives for sales excellence and results maximizing sales through strong floor supervision
• Assists with setting weekly, monthly and seasonal goals for staff
• Works with customers and models excellent customer service and Clienteling skills.
• Develops Sales Associates to be experts in the selling steps and client building through utilizing the Sales Training Programs and the Client Books

ASSOCIATE DEVELOPMENT

• Ensure associates are trained on product knowledge, selling skills, customer service and operations to support the brand experience
• Coaches team members on performance and shares feedback with General Manager creating alignment and consistency
• Team sells with Sales Associates to contribute to the development of the selling team
• Creates enthusiasm and excitement within store to motivate high performance teams

OPERATIONS EXCELLENCE

• Protects store payroll by assisting General Manager with hiring process and creating store schedules that protect the business on allowable payroll hours
• Controls company’s assets, i.e. key control, loss prevention measures, inventory paperwork and company standards of conduct
• Strives for 100% accuracy and compliance in cash, inventory, fixtures and property

STORE STANDARDS

• Helps execute floor-set and promotional directives in partnership with General Manager and/or Product DOR
• Supervises the overall cleanliness and organization of the sales floor and backroom ensuring store appearance and atmosphere supports and reinforces the brand image
• Understands, supports and complies with all company policies and procedures
• Helps control all company assets (i.e., payroll hours, fixtures, cash, inventory and property) and completes all paperwork promptly and accurately

MERCHANDISING/VISUAL

• Ensure execution of effective merchandising strategies and directives
• Ensure the selling floor is neat, clean, organized and reflects the correct visual image at all times
• Ensure presentation of all displays, fixtures and all visual areas are reflective of current visual direction
• Identify and communicate product concerns in a timely manner
• Communicate inventory needs to support the business goals

FASHION SAVVY

• Represents the fashion and style of Veronica Beard
• Knowledge of current fashion trends and styles
• Appreciation and demonstration of an overall finished fashion look

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 2 years Store and/or Assistant Manager position/experience in women’s apparel (or related field)
• Ability to work flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Strong verbal and communication skills.
• Strong observation skills – identifying and assessing customer and employee behavior, reactions, floor awareness, etc.
• Ability to retain and utilize data, i.e. names, merchandise, information, policies and procedures.
• Ability to create a quality working environment that will encourage others to develop and excel.
• Foster a work climate that inspires mutual trust, respect, professionalism and teamwork to achieve goals.

At Veronica Beard, we are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace where every single employee can thrive and feel valued. As a company, we firmly believe that there is strength in diversity. We seek to recruit talent from a variety of perspectives and backgrounds and are actively seeking candidates with a dedication to advancing equity, inclusion, and racial and social justice in their work.