Lead Supervisor I

Tapestry, Inc.; Freeport (ME); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Supervisor to drive sales and operational excellence in a vibrant retail environment. This role is pivotal in modeling exemplary behaviors and fostering a culture of customer focus and team development. You will leverage your retail experience to enhance the customer experience while managing daily operations to ensure adherence to company standards. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and inclusivity, and contribute to the success of a globally recognized brand. If you are passionate about fashion and retail, this is your chance to shine in a role that promises growth and fulfillment.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of retail experience, preferably in luxury retail.
• Knowledge of fashion trends and competition in the marketplace.

Responsibilities

• Model behaviors to impact sales and operational processes.
• Manage daily operational tasks according to company standards.
• Develop and motivate the team to meet sales goals.

Skills

Customer Focus

Sales Strategies

Team Development

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Business Acumen

Education

High School Diploma

College Degree

Tools

Cash Register Systems

Mobile POS

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Coach

Freeport, ME, US

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last—for you to be yourself in.

Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio – a global house of brands committed to stretching what’s possible.

A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry's commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity.

Lead Supervisor Job Description

The Lead Supervisor role is an integral part of the store’s overall success; modeling the behaviors needed to directly impact all aspects of our Company’s business: Sales and Operational Processes. This individual shows exemplary performance behaviors, not only with work performed, but by representing Coach at its highest standards. They serve as a true utilitarian player, possessing the ability to adapt to all roles within the store environment.

Sample of tasks required of role:

SALES:

1. Understands organizational objectives and makes decisions in partnership with the Store Manager(s) and Assistant Store Manager(s) that align with Company priorities and values.
2. Endorses, models and develops team to deliver Coach’s Selling and Service expectations.
3. Enforces sales strategies, initiatives and growth across all categories.
4. Works with Store Manager(s) and/or Assistant Store Manager(s) to flex store business strategies and personal selling techniques to contribute to overall store and financial results.
5. Leverages floor supervisor assignment responsibilities to deliver strong metrics; remains results driven, including through team selling and selling to multiple customers.
6. Productivity Management: holds sales team accountable for personal sales.
7. Maximizes clienteling strategy in partnership with the Store Manager(s) and Assistant Store Manager(s); monitoring process over time to achieve business goals and objectives.
8. Builds credibility and trust with team, as well with customers - serving as a personal fashion advisor to deliver business results.
9. Creates positive impressions with store team and customers by bringing best self to work through business attire consistent with Coach’s Guide to Style.
10. Acts as a brand ambassador in the local market/mall to drive brand loyalty and business (i.e. charity events, local associations, mall initiatives).
11. Sensitive to customer and team needs and tailors approach by reading cues.
12. Solution-oriented and forward thinking in resolving customer issues; partners with Store Manager(s) and/or District Manager as appropriate.
13. Develops both self and individual product knowledge skills and remains aware of current collections.
14. Understands the positive sales impact staffing has on the business and recruits accordingly.
15. Coaches, develops and motivates the team on a daily, weekly and monthly basis to meet goals and utilize Company tools; delegates and empowers others and encourages individual growth.
16. Welcomes feedback and adapts behaviors; creates short and long-term goals to achieve personal metrics and performance development.
17. Regularly provides feedback to others; coaches performance to a higher standard; provides constructive feedback to Store Manager(s) and Assistant Store Manager(s).

OPERATIONS:

1. Manages daily operational tasks according to Coach standards, switching gears based on the needs of the business both seamlessly and pro-actively.
2. Demonstrates strong business acumen.
3. Interacts and communicates with supervisor(s) on a regular basis; is adaptable and flexible; maintains a calm and professional demeanor.
4. Maintains interior and exterior upkeep of the building with partnership from the corporate office.
5. Understands and uses all retail systems and reporting tools to make informed decisions, taking appropriate partners, as necessary.
6. Adheres to all applicable Coach retail policies and procedures including POS and Operations procedures.
7. Leverages Coach’s tools and technology to support relationship building and clienteling efforts, including driving sales and achieving individual and team goals.
8. Works with Store Manager(s) and/or Assistant Store Manager(s) to flex store business strategies to improve productive functions.
9. Ensures all daily tasks are completed without negatively impacting service of Coach standards.

Competencies required:

1. Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully. Is consistently one of the top performers. Very bottom line oriented. Steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
2. Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Gets firsthand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services. Acts with customers in mind. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
3. Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas. Easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions. Tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings.
4. Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kind of people up down and sideways. Inside and outside the organization. Builds rapport. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Uses diplomacy and tact. Can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.
5. Learning on The Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems. A relentless and versatile learner. Open to change. Analyzes both successes and failures for cues to improve, experiments and will try anything to find solutions. Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks. Quickly grasps the essence and underlying structure of anything.
6. Perseverance: Pursues everything with energy, drive and a need to finish. Seldom gives up on anything before finishing, especially in the face of resistance or setbacks.
7. Dealing with Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change. Can shift gears comfortably. Can decide to act without having the total picture. Does not get upset when things are up in the air. Doesn’t have to finish things before moving on. Can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
8. Strategic Agility: Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is future oriented; can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods; can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans.
9. Building Effective Teams: Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team.
10. Managerial Courage: Doesn’t hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary.

Additional Requirements:

1. Experience: 1-3 years of previous retail experience (cashier/stock experience, sales, etc.) preferably in a luxury retail service environment. Possesses current knowledge of fashion trends and competition in the marketplace.
2. Education: High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
3. Technical: Knowledge of cash register systems, basic computer skills (including the ability to use iPad/laptop, Mobile POS and Internet), utilize walkie talkie, understand and read price and product release sheets.
4. Physical: Ability to execute at a fast pace. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team. Ability to maneuver the sales floor, sales shelves, and stock room; climbing, bending, and kneeling are required. Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and, at times, lift and carry product/cartons up to 50 pounds to process product shipment/transfers.
5. Schedule: Ability to meet Coach Scheduling & Availability Expectations, including ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays high retail traffic and sales days (including but not limited to the day after Thanksgiving, Memorial Day, Christmas Eve, Mother’s Day, etc.).

Note: This document serves only as a sample of job duties and responsibilities and does not include an exhaustive list of all performance requirements.

Work Setup

BASE PAY RANGE: $16.00 TO $24.00

General Description of All Benefits: Our company offers a number of benefits to eligible employees, including health benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance and disability insurance. Eligible employees are also able to enroll in our company’s 401(k) savings plan and take paid time off for wellness needs and vacations. For additional information about our benefits Click Here - U.S Store Compensation & Benefits

General Description of Other Compensation: Eligible employees will be able to receive discounts on certain products and incentive compensation.