Assistant Store Leader-Visual Experience (Charlottesville, VA)

Stand Out For Good, Inc.; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Altar’d State is seeking an Assistant Store Leader of Visual Merchandising in Charlottesville, VA. The role focuses on leading store operations, guest service excellence, and elevating visual merchandising to drive sales.

You will support the Store Leader in achieving goals, managing inventory, and maintaining a clean, inviting store environment while engaging guests with product knowledge and brand storytelling.

Qualifications

• 1 year retail management experience required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Store Leader to achieve store goals and guest service excellence.
• Provide guests with exceptional service through product knowledge and relationship building.
• Drive visual excellence through floor sets, window installations and merchandising presentation.
• Oversee floor sets, replenishment, mannequin placement, and store atmosphere management.
• Execute opening/closing procedures and support loss prevention measures.

Skills

Retail management

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

129 - The Shops at Stonefield - Charlottesville, VAWho Are We?Altar’d State is a rapidly growing women’s fashion brand with 130+ locations in 40 states. It feels like a sanctuary - a place of beauty from the inside out. From welcoming experiences and warm associates to thoughtfully curated products, our brand is built upon the founding principles of giving back and making a difference in the world.Our Mission\"Stand Out. For Good\". At Altar'd State, those four words are more than just our motto, they are why we exist. From Mission Mondays, where 10% of our net proceeds go directly to local charitable organizations, to our long-standing partnership with Coprodeli USA, in which we are in the process of building 22 schools for impoverished communities in Peru, we are committed to giving back in meaningful ways to those in need.Position OverviewThe Assistant Store Leader of Visual Merchandising leads and supports the Store Leader by directing activities required to achieve all store goals, including best of class guest service, sales objectives, operating expenses, loss prevention, and merchandising presentation, while driving both associate and guest engagement. You will provide guests with exceptional service, through relationship building, product knowledge sharing, and presenting a clean, well-maintained store environment. Visual Leaders drive excellence and provide leadership in all aspects of the store, with a special focus on elevating visual design, being a seeker of inspiration, and having a thirst for knowledge and the drive to consistently improve results.PeopleFosters a guest-focused team environment through driving volume and anticipating guest needsAchieves excellent guest service by role-modeling company service standardsProactively provides timely feedback to associates, rewards and recognizes performance to drive retentionHolds self and associates accountable for achievement of financial results and performance standardsManages conflict and coaches by applying company’s recommended processes, standards and guidelinesEmpowers and involves associates in decision-making processesReceives feedback and fosters dialog around solutionsDevelops associates through an individualized approach by matching talent with tasks, delegating, and challenging on resultsFosters team commitment through support, relationship building, and recognizing individual contributionsLeads by managing through change and adversityMakes recommendations on hiring, promotions, and terminations of team members based on performanceCo-conducts and facilitates sales associate and keyholder trainingProcessConsistently meets or exceeds store and individual goals and contributes to the store’s overall goals.Plans, executes, and maintains floor sets and refreshesPlans, executes, and maintains window installationsLeads floor sets/refresh managementManages seasonal décor placementCo-manages product replenishmentManages mannequin placement and designCo-manages store atmosphere – scent, music, lay outControls workflow through successful planning and delegationExecutes task directives within designated time framesCompletes opening/closing proceduresAdheres to loss prevention practices and reports potential incidents to ensure shortage control in order to protect Company assetsCommunicates effectively with executive teamMust be able to lift and carry heavy boxes (up to 30 lbs.)PresentationUtilizes and manages the use of weekly reporting to track, analyze and communicate business results and determine strategies to maximize salesInterprets Home Office visual communication through Store Leader / District Leader partnershipPartners with the Visual District Leader to oversee and manage the roll-out of floor sets, window sets, fixture placement and overall visual environmentMaintains an awareness of brand aesthetic and relevance to the store environment and communicates with teamManages placement of new productCommunicates product performance observations and offers feedback to the Visual District LeaderQualifications1 year Retail ManagementBachelor’s Degree preferredPhysical ability to perform tasks, which could require prolonged standing, sitting, reaching, kneeling and / or squatting frequently. May be required to occasionally climb ladders, climb and descend stairs frequently, depending on location. Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds regularly without assistanceStand Out For Good, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.We are proud to share that our associates have made us one of Fortune's Best Companies to Work For! Recently, our team has received the following recognition:#73 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For 2023#4 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail 2022#93 in Best Workplaces for Millennials 2023#34 in Fortune Best Workplaces for Women 2022