Urban Outfitters Team Leader - Bluewater, Kent

URBN; Greenhithe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise leader dans le secteur de la mode recherche un(e) Manager pour soutenir son équipe en magasin à Greenhithe. Le candidat idéal devra posséder une expérience en management dans un environnement de vente au détail dynamique, avec une passion pour le service client et l'optimisation des ventes. Le poste implique de guider une équipe vers l'atteinte de leurs objectifs tout en maintenant un environnement de travail positif et inspirant.

Benefits

Life Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Discount off external gym memberships

Private Medical Insurance

Up to 40% employee discount at all URBN Brands

Season ticket loan

Cycle to work scheme

Structured support for continued learning

Qualifications

• Expérience dans un rôle de gestion en environnement de retail.
• Compréhension de la culture d'Urban Outfitters.
• Capacité à améliorer les ventes par un service excellent.

Responsibilities

• Recruter, motiver et développer une équipe.
• Assurer un excellent service client et atteindre des objectifs de vente.
• Gérer les opérations de manière précise et en temps voulu.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Customer Service

Sales Management

Job description

Location

This position is located at Unit U105 Bluewater Pkwy Dartford, Greenhithe, , DA99SS United Kingdom

Role Summary

The main objective of this role is to support store management team in achieving a store environment that fosters creativity, employee development and the VIBE philosophy. To uphold the Urban Outfitters "Peers Training Peers" philosophy.

What You'll Be Doing

People:

• Ability to recruit, motivate, develop and lead a team
• Manage aspects of performance development within the department team (Performance Appraisals, Individual Development Plans, Coaching and Counseling and Disciplinary actions)
• Recognise and develop talented individuals for advancement and growth within the organisation
• Uphold Company standards and act as a positive role model to others

Leadership & Communication:

• Model the way by inspiring, motivating and encouraging teamwork
• Conduct productive daily meetings to ensure that goals are met
• Effectively delegate projects while at the same time allowing others the creativity to succeed by making their own decisions
• Possess excellent communication skills in both written and verbal form

Managing the Environment:

• Oversee all levels of customer service by setting daily goals and expectations to create a positive store environment
• Exhibit excellent floor presence by training and coaching the store team on customer service, standards, product placement and time management
• Achieve Company-average mystery shop results by uphold the Company's customer service standard

Operations:

• Perform all store-level operational procedures accurately and in a timely fashion, in accordance with all Company policies and procedures
• Achieve the store stock loss goals by overseeing adherence to loss prevention practices
• Assist in upholding Company Health & Safety regulations at all times in order to protect employees and customers against accidents and incidents

Merchandising & Display:

• Manage aspects of the assigned department in collaboration with the Department Manager (if applicable) or Visual Merchandising Manager with regard to: training, shipment placement, markdowns, transfers, merchandising and store standards
• Understand and interpret current fashion trends in local markets in order to generate creative solutions
• Take an active role in ensuring floor sets for the department are well organised and scheduled appropriately

Commercial Awareness:

• Maximise departmental sales through analytical and creative management of merchandise from receipt to sales
• Utilise Company reports to react to trends and drive business
• Stay abreast of current trends and have a sound knowledge of customer profile by keeping up to date with external influences i.e. media and local community
• Manage stock levels appropriately (taking into consideration the store environment) through the understanding of relevant reports and market trends
• Demonstrate entrepreneurial skills to achieve and exceed store targets

What You'll Need

• Experience in a management role working in a fast paced, high volume fashion retail environment
• Demonstrates strong operational skills
• An understanding of the Urban Outfitters culture and its appeal to the local market
• Ability to drive sales through excellent service, strong visual presentation, and a full understanding of the business

The Perks

Work Life Balance:

• 'Life Leave' - one day a year to take time off for those big events in life, in addition to your annual leave entitlement

Wellbeing:

• Employee Assistance program to support with mental, physical and financial health
• Discount off external gym memberships
• Private Medical Insurance for eligible employees

Employee Discounts:

• Up to 40% employee discount at all URBN Brands

Travel:

• Season ticket loan for eligible employees
• Cycle to work scheme for eligible employees

Continued Development:

• We offer structured support within the business alongside continued learning and development

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Equal Opportunity Statement

URBN is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, marital status, religion, race, or disability. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.