Associate Manager, Retail Strategy & People Leadership

Ralph Lauren Corporation; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ralph Lauren Corporation is seeking an Associate Manager to support the General Manager in strategic store planning, execution, and profitability. You will lead a team, optimize sales performance, and ensure adherence to brand standards across daily operations.

The role emphasizes talent development, customer-focused selling, and proactive community engagement to drive growth and store excellence. Flexibility in schedule and a strong business acumen are essential for success in this high-profile

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent a plus.
• Retail management experience in a high-volume or complex environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and store personnel.

Responsibilities

• Support GM in analyzing business trends and strategic planning for the store.
• Educate the team on sales and profitability tools and resources.
• Create a consistent customer experience aligned to the RL brand expectations.
• Assist in developing the store's client development strategy and lead community outreach.
• Execute the talent strategy with the GM to build and develop a customer-focused team.
• Drive networking and recruitment activities in the store market.
• Engage in ongoing talent development conversations, coaching, and feedback.
• Maintain productivity and store execution, including inventory control to achieve shrink goals.
• Promote use of new technology to support New Ways of Selling.
• Uphold all company policies and procedures.
• Provide feedback to the GM & District Director on high-profit potential and trends.
• Ensure sales floor standards exceed expectations and foster an inclusive environment.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Retail management

People skills

Time management

Education

College degree or equivalent

Job description

Ralph Lauren Corporation is seeking an Associate Manager to support the General Manager in strategic store planning, execution, and profitability. You will lead a team, optimize sales performance, and ensure adherence to brand standards across daily operations.

The role emphasizes talent development, customer-focused selling, and proactive community engagement to drive growth and store excellence. Flexibility in schedule and a strong business acumen are essential for success in this high-profile