Store Lead - Alexandria Mall - Part Time

The Childrens Place; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Childrens Place is seeking a Store Lead to support the Store Leadership Team with cash-wrap operations, opening/closing procedures, and acting as Leader on Duty. The role emphasizes brand representation, professional conduct, customer engagement, and teamwork to uphold store standards.

Key responsibilities include coaching staff, maintaining inventory and safety standards, and driving store profitability through effective scheduling and payroll management while delivering an exceptional

Qualifications

• Excellent customer engagement.
• Detail oriented and accurate.
• Ability to prioritize tasks under pressure.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to give and receive performance-based feedback.
• Commitment to self-development and growth.
• Strong communication skills and professionalism.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and processes.
• Proven time management and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic internal applications.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.
• Ability to maneuver on sales floor and stockroom and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing talent through coaching and training of associates.
• Partner with Store Manager to address performance concerns with staff.
• Support and participate in company training and development initiatives.
• Foster a positive work environment and provide timely feedback.
• Assess performance and provide constructive feedback during reviews.
• Motivate staff to build brand loyalty and deliver excellent customer service.
• Maintain brand standards and professional representation on the sales floor.
• Support leadership in driving store profitability and managing payroll.
• Process weekly payroll and adjust schedules as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized stockroom and ensure safety standards are met.
• Adhere to CRE standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Customer engagement

Detail oriented

Prioritize tasks

Team player

Feedback

Self-development

Communication

Adaptable

Time management

Microsoft Office

Internal apps

Flexible schedule

Lifts 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Alexandria, Louisiana

Job Summary

The Store Lead will be responsible for supporting the Store Leadership Team by completing cash-wrap operations, opening and closing procedures, and acting as Leader on Duty (LOD). The Store Lead will represent the brand, operate in a professional manner, engage customers, maintain store standards, and support teamwork and employee development.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in developing talent through the training of associates, including giving in-the-moment coaching conversations
• Partners with Store Manager to address an performance concerns with associates
• Support and participate in all company training and development initiatives
• Foster a positive work environment and provides direct, objective feedback in a timely manner
• Assess performance and provide the appropriate level of feedback on a daily basis and during the annual performance review process
• Motivate and inspire the associates to build brand loyalty and create a positive store environment for both internal and external customers
• Model, encourage, and demonstrate exceptional customer service behaviors while on the sales floor and maintain high standards throughout the store while ensuring the integrity of the brand
• Represent the company in a professional and positive manner
• Support the management team to maximize productivity through operational and product knowledge, customer service and participating in an completing key store initiatives
• Participate in the Leader on Duty (LOD) program by providing an exceptional customer shopping experience, and driving store profitability while leveraging payroll
• Process payroll weekly
• Modify schedule based on business climate
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient stockroom, adhering to set policies
• Ensure Environment (CRE) Standards & Safety requirements are being met

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years previous retail experience
• Must be at least 18 years of ag

Skills and Behaviors

• Excellent customer engagement
• Must be detail oriented
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to work in team environment
• Ability to give and receive performance-based feedback
• Must embrace self-development
• Must be an effective communicator
• Must be adaptable and flexible to changing priorities
• Excellent time management, planning, and organization skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to adapt to and learn internal applications
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, to meet business needs and the PT/FT Availability Requirements set by the Company
• Ability to maneuver on sales floor and stockroom; climb ladder, lift and carry up to 50 lbs

The Children's Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.