Store Manager W/M - Castel Guelfo

Job Description

Amer Sports is a sporting goods company with internationally recognized brands including Salomon, Arc'teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic and Wilson. Salomon, “The Mountain Sport Company”, was founded in 1947 in the heart of the French Alps and is committed to innovative design and passion for mountain sports. At Salomon, we deliver innovation and progression to mountain sports, turning new ideas into action and expanding the limits of possibility. We are responsibly committed towards the outdoors through our sustainability program and value diversity in an inclusive environment.

Store Manager – Castel Guelfo

Are you passionate about sports and fashion? Do you have experience in management and retail sector? We are looking for our new Store Manager for our store in Castel Guelfo!

Role Purpose

The Store Manager is responsible for building and leading a high‑performing store team to ensure that they:

• Achieve set goals
• Effectively execute brand standards
• Deliver operational excellence
• Adhere to financial targets
• Be a proactive and positive team player

The Store Manager provides the highest level of customer experience and delivers the vision of the brand, supporting and mentoring the Assistant Store Manager and the Store Team with their personal and career development.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

• Motivate and inspire the team by articulating the compelling vision for the store, reflecting and maximising the power of the Salomon brand
• Manage all aspects of the store scorecard: people, operations, finance and customers to deliver consistently high performing results

Customer Service

• Act as a role model and ensure that the team understands the customer's needs and profile, so they can deliver consistently high‑quality service
• Present and be visible on the shop floor, interacting with customers and team members

Operations

• Effectively manage the store inventory levels ensuring the market and customer needs are met
• Deliver operational best practice through partnership with the District Manager
• Oversee activities, adhering to building safety, health and safety standards and inspections; maintaining a safe and secure environment for the team and customers
• Manage the staff scheduling ensuring appropriate staff cover
• Ensure the company’s policies are understood and adopted by all team members

Sales and Finance

• Manage the resources to achieve the budgeted level of operating expenses spend and the in‑store customer service experience
• Monitor a loss prevention program to protect the company’s inventory and assets
• Analyze sales trends to ensure optimal product selection and maximization of sales
• Deliver the P&L and retail KPI’s in line with budget and forecast

Recruitment, Training and Education

• Effectively lead the in‑store team recruitment
• Work with the ASM to ensure that all members of the team receive effective onboarding and ongoing training and education
• Actively support and deliver the personal career development opportunities of the store team

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in a leading retail position
• Passion for the sports industry and fashion
• Enjoy interacting with customers and creating exceptional experiences
• Demonstrated experience building strong customer relationships
• Excellent understanding of retail (advantage)
• Willingness to work a shift schedule that includes evenings or weekends
• Motivated and eager to learn

  Additional Information

  • Ready to start ASAP
  • Permanent contract
  • CV to be sent in English

  What we can offer to you

  • An exciting working environment, in an innovative and international company that is characterized by fair play, team spirit, opportunities and diversity.
  • Opportunities to develop your own personality and career within the company.
  • Flat hierarchies with plenty of room to contribute, show initiative, make your own decisions and take responsibility.
  • Attractive bonus systems and company pension scheme.
  • Become part of a company that places great emphasis on progress, performance orientation, attention to detail, quality and functionality in its products.