The Shoe Co. - Store Manager

DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse; Windsor; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Windsor is seeking a Store Manager to lead store operations and foster a culture of inclusivity. The role involves managing team performance, achieving sales targets, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 4 years of supervisory experience in retail and strong leadership skills. Benefits include a 30% merchandise discount, competitive healthcare package, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

30% discount on regular-priced merchandise

Competitive benefits package

Paid Time Off (Full Time only)

Flexible scheduling

Monthly bonus potential

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in progressive retail supervisory role.
• Proven success in achieving sales and profitability targets.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maximize store business results by creating exceptional customer experiences.
• Recruit, manage, develop, and train top talent.
• Develop and implement business plans to achieve results.

Skills

4 years of retail supervisory experience

Proven leadership skills

Ability to motivate others

Strong customer service skills

Proficiency in computer use

Education

Relevant post-secondary education

Job description

Overview

Designer Brands Canada is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes all applicants. We are looking for a Store Manager for The Shoe Co. who will lead the store environment, foster inclusivity and develop the team to achieve store objectives, including in-store sales, web orders, recruiting, performance management, training and development. The role reports to the District Manager and requires problem solving, ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and strong leadership to execute operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assumes leadership role with accountability for maximizing store business results by creating exceptional customer experiences.
• Facilitates achievement of business results by modeling a shopping experience with responsive customer service, compelling merchandise presentation and operational integrity to build customer connections and loyalty.
• Lead an operationally sound business by balancing policies, shrink/loss prevention, payroll, reporting and scheduling.
• Recruit, manage, develop, and train top talent who have a love of shoes.
• Achieves company objectives and enhances The Shoe Co. brand image by modeling values of Passion, Accountability, Collaboration, and Authenticity/Humility.
• Develops and implements agile business plans to achieve results.
• Fosters teamwork, collaboration and change advocacy within the store and district.
• Maintain effective, open lines of communication with Senior Operational Managers.

Qualifications

• Educational background: relevant post-secondary education.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in progressive retail supervisory role.
• Proven success in achieving sales and profitability targets in large-volume top doors.
• Positive and energetic team player with strong leadership capability.
• Proven ability to motivate others.
• Proficiency in computer use, including email, word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while creating a compelling customer experience.
• Ability to work days, closing shifts and weekends.
• Mobility within a geographic area.

Working here

As a Designer Brands associate, you are eligible for:

• 30% discount off regular-priced merchandise in stores.
• Competitive benefits package (Full-Time Associates Only).
• Paid Time Off (Personal Days & Vacation - Full Time Associates Only).
• Flexible scheduling.
• Monthly bonus potential and opportunities.
• 24/7 support through our Employee Assistance Program for counseling, work/life, legal and financial assistance, and more.
• Unlimited opportunity for growth and training and development programs.
• Open Door Policy and more.

Join our retail team

Please advise our Human Resources team if you require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request to individuals who self-identify as having a disability or special need.

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