Lead Store Advisor, Bicester Village

On; Bicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative retail company is seeking a Lead Store Advisor to join their team in Bicester Village. In this pivotal role, you will harness your leadership skills to guide a dynamic team, ensuring a premium customer experience while driving sales performance. You will oversee operational excellence, manage inventory, and execute engaging visual merchandising strategies. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a supportive and growth-oriented environment, perfect for those passionate about retail and customer engagement. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are eager to contribute to a vibrant team, this role is ideal for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in retail with leadership experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in visual merchandising standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the retail team to enhance customer experience.
• Manage inventory and ensure operational excellence.
• Execute visual merchandising plans and optimize store processes.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Inventory Management

Visual Merchandising

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

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In short

In this role, you will be a key player in leading our retail team and ensuring a premium customer experience. As a Lead Store Advisor, you will leverage your leadership skills to drive sales performance, mentor Store Advisors, and maintain operational excellence. Your responsibilities will include supervising customer interactions, optimizing inventory management, executing visual merchandising plans, and contributing innovative ideas to enhance store processes. Join us to make a significant impact, advance your career, and help shape the future of our retail environment.

In short

In this role, you will be a key player in leading our retail team and ensuring a premium customer experience. As a Lead Store Advisor, you will leverage your leadership skills to drive sales performance, mentor Store Advisors, and maintain operational excellence. Your responsibilities will include supervising customer interactions, optimizing inventory management, executing visual merchandising plans, and contributing innovative ideas to enhance store processes. Join us to make a significant impact, advance your career, and help shape the future of our retail environment.

Your mission

Brand Champion: Consistently embody and communicate our brand philosophy, values, and culture to both internal and external customers, ensuring every interaction reflects our commitment to excellence. Lead by example in providing outstanding customer service, including welcoming customers, addressing inquiries, and creating tailored solutions to enhance their engagement with our products.

Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and motivate a team of Store Advisors, instilling a customer-focused approach in all aspects of their work. Manage and optimize daily zoning schedules to ensure smooth customer flow, operational efficiency, and optimal coverage throughout the store. Oversee the opening and closing procedures, ensuring compliance with store protocols and maintaining a secure, organized environment.

Product and Brand Expertise: Maintain an in-depth knowledge of product technical specifications and stay current on global company initiatives, including sustainability efforts and Athlete stories. Actively contribute ideas for merchandising, store events, and community activities that enhance store visibility and customer engagement.

Operational Excellence: Assist with inventory management tasks, including placing new product orders, managing fill-in orders, and ensuring accurate stock levels to meet customer demand. Uphold visual merchandising standards in the store, creating a premium shopping experience through well-organized, visually appealing displays. Continuously provide feedback to store leadership to refine processes and elevate customer service quality. Perform duties as required to support the store’s goals and overall performance.

Operational Support: Serve as the primary contact for store leadership, IT, and Facility Management regarding operational matters related to product flow and store system functionality. Train the store team on BoH processes, ensuring adherence to standard procedures and best practices. Handle minor maintenance and facility management tasks to maintain the store’s premium standards and ensure smooth operations. Act as the store’s system and IT expert, providing first-level troubleshooting (e.g. POS systems), assisting with IT system testing, and training the team on in-store technology.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with store leadership to align on all store functions, driving overall business success through teamwork and collaboration. Participate in regular team meetings, sharing insights and updates on FoH, BoH, and VM performance. Pursue personal and professional development opportunities to enhance your leadership capabilities and contribute to the store’s growth.

Your story

• 3+ years of experience in a retail environment, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Experience in the Outlet, Running, Fashion, or Sports industry is a plus, but a passion for these areas is essential.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with customers and inspire your team.
• Proactive and quick to learn, you thrive in both independent and collaborative settings.
• A keen eye for maintaining a visually appealing store and upholding high visual merchandising standards.
• Able to juggle multiple tasks efficiently while staying focused on customer needs and adapting to the dynamic demands of the business.
• Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
  
  

What We Offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Retail

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