sales manager

Michaels Stores; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Michaels Stores in Novi, MI seeks an experienced front-end operations leader to deliver a customer-centric shopping experience, lead omnichannel processes, and uphold brand standards. You will work with the Store Manager to ensure SOP compliance and drive KPIs across the team.

The role requires strong retail management and leadership skills, with a focus on customer service, events, and safety. The position is full-time and based in-store.

Qualifications

• Retail management experience preferred
• Ability to lead front-end operations and omnichannel processes
• Strong customer service orientation and team leadership

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in SOP adherence and company programs to ensure compliance with laws and standards
• Lead the front end and omnichannel processes to maximize sales and customer satisfaction
• Plan and execute in-store events in line with company programs
• Manage and monitor shrink and safety programs
• Train and coach the customer experience team (sales floor and cashier) to achieve results and participate in performance management
• Serve as Manager on Duty (MOD) and role model company values

Skills

Retail management

Leadership

Customer service

Job description

Store - DET-NOVI, MI

Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain store recovery standards to deliver our Brand Promises. Deliver friendly customer service.

• Assist Store Manager in leading and managing adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and requirements; ensure execution of Company policies and standards; hold them accountable for store conditions and results
• Ensure all front end policies and procedures are followed; achieve your KPIs and manage your team to achieve their role KPIs
• Plan and lead the execution of class and in-store events in accordance with Company programs
• Lead the omnichannel processes
• Manage and execute shrink and safety programs
• Assist with cash reconciliation and bank deposits
• Assist with inventory processes to include Return to Vendor (RTV) and Advance Shipping Notice (ASN) activities as needed
• Assist with the onboarding of new Team Members
• Train, observe, and coach the customer experience team (sales floor and cashier) to achieve results; participate in the performance management process; support Talent Development of your team; utilize the leadership competencies for continued self-development
• Serve as Manager on Duty (MOD)
• Interacts with others in an accepting and respectful manner; remains positive and respectful, even in difficult situations; promotes commitment to the organization’s vision and values; projects a positive image; and serves as a role model for others
• Acknowledge customers, help locate the product and provide solutions
• Participate in the truck unloading and stocking processes to ensure truck standards are followed and completed within budget
• Manage and execute the shrink and safety programs
• Cross train in Custom Framing selling and production
• In select stores that do not have a Framing Manager only, responsibilities also include: leading the delivery of high-quality custom framing solutions to our customers on time by planning and managing the completion of the framing workload in partnership with the Store Manager

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Other duties as assigned

Preferred Type Of Experience The Job Requires

• Retail management experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain standing for long periods of time
• Ability to move throughout the store
• Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, and stretching
• Lifting heavy boxes and accessing high shelves by ladder or similar equipment
• If you need help performing these essential functions of the job, please contact your supervisor so that we may engage in the interactive process with you to determine if a reasonable accommodation is available.
• Public retail store setting taking care of our customers; all public areas are climate controlled; some stock rooms may not be climate controlled; some outdoor work if assigned to retrieve shopping carts or while unloading trucks; Frame shop contains glass cutter and heat press; work hours include nights, weekends and early mornings

Work Environment

• Ability to remain standing for long periods of time
• Ability to move throughout the store
• Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, and stretching
• Lifting heavy boxes and accessing high shelves by ladder or similar equipment
• If you need help performing these essential functions of the job, please contact your supervisor so that we may engage in the interactive process with you to determine if a reasonable accommodation is available.
• Public retail store setting taking care of our customers; all public areas are climate controlled; some stock rooms may not be climate controlled; some outdoor work if assigned to retrieve shopping carts or while unloading trucks; Frame shop contains glass cutter and heat press; work hours include nights, weekends and early mornings

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.comandMichaels.ca.The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visitwww.michaels.com.

Michaels offers a range of benefits to support team members and their families. Depending on position and eligibility, team members may have access to a 401(k) with employer match, an Employee Assistance Program, medical, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine services, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and various voluntary insurance options. All team members enjoy everyday perks such as employee discounts and access to partner discount programs. For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).

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