Kipling: Supervisor - Florida Mall

VF Outdoor, LLC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive potential

Annual incentive plan

Sales incentive

Job summary

Kipling in Orlando is seeking a Supervisor to lead the store team, coach associates, and uphold top-tier customer service and store standards. You will work with the Store Manager to maximize profitability and foster an inclusive, fast-paced retail environment that prioritizes teamwork and exceptional service.

The role targets candidates with 1+ years in retail leadership and a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• We require 1+ years of retail or store leadership experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, but hands-on achievements matter most.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high levels of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
• Supervise daily store operations, including opening/closing procedures and floor coverage.
• Coach and develop associates to meet productivity and customer service goals.
• Support inventory integrity through shipping, receiving, and loss prevention practices.
• Maintain visual merchandising standards and product replenishment per brand directives.

Skills

Store leadership

Coaching

Communication

Retail software

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Retail software tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Supervisor

At Kipling, we put our people first. We always have and we always will. It is ingrained in our DNA. Good people bring out the good in people, and good people are the foundation of this brand. So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of people who believe in new experiences, living a life of positivity, and discovering our own way, Kipling just may be the place for you. To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Kipling Careers or www.kipling-usa.com.

What will you do?

A day in the life of a Supervisor at Kipling looks a little like this. As a Supervisor, you play a key role in supporting the store’s leadership team and driving abets-in-class customer experience. You will lead by example, coach and develop associates, and ensure operational excellence across customer engagement, merchandising, and store standards. In partnership with the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, you will help maximize store profitability, foster an inclusive team culture, and contribute to the store’s success. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, enjoys mentoring others, and is passionate about delivering exceptional service. Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

Deliver a high level of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions. Support the store team in achieving and exceeding sales goals by monitoring progress against key performance indicators, while also achieving individual goals. Model selling behaviors and foster a consumer-centric mindset through authentic customer interactions. Coach and develop associates to deliver high levels of customer engagement and meet productivity goals. Supervise daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures, floor coverage, and task delegation. Support stockroom operations by organizing inventory, processing shipments, and ensuring timely product flow to the sales floor. Assist in training and onboarding new team members; provide ongoing feedback and support. Maintain visual merchandising standards and ensure product replenishment aligns with brand directives. Support inventory integrity through proper shipping, receiving, and loss prevention practices. Promote community engagement by participating in local initiatives and events. Uphold company policies, safety standards, and operational procedures. Foster a positive and inclusive store environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, and learning.

What do you need to succeed?

We all bring unique skills to work each day. For this role, there are foundational skills needed to succeed, along with 1+ years of retail or store leadership experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; but we value hands-on experience and demonstrated achievements most.

• Proven ability to drive results through store teams and exceed sales and profit goals.


• Skilled in coaching, motivating, and building high-performing, diverse teams.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels.


• Solution-oriented and flexible in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment.


• Capable of working independently, managing shifting priorities, and meeting business expectations.


• Comfortable using word processing, spreadsheets, and retail software tools.


• Ability to stand and move throughout the store for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting light to moderate weight, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Now WE have a question for YOU. Are you in?

Hiring Range: $19.50 - $24.00 USD per hour

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process. Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. Although all positions have a hiring range based upon market data, this position has a minimum starting rate that is listed above. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law. Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

At Kipling, we believe in being seriously playful, positively stylish, and delightfully carefree. Our first priority is to assure you feel confident to live by your own rules. With you in mind, we create bags and lifestyle accessories that are designed to lighten your day.

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