Store Lead - Avenue @ Murfreesboro - Part time

The Children's Place; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Children’s Place is seeking a Store Lead in Murfreesboro, TN to support the Store Leadership Team with cash-wrap operations and opening/closing duties, and to act as Leader on Duty (LOD). You will engage customers, uphold store standards, and drive profitability while supporting staff development.

This role requires 1-3 years of retail experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of retail experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist in training associates and coaching in the moment.
• Partner with Store Manager to address performance concerns.
• Support company training and development initiatives.
• Foster a positive work environment and provide timely feedback.
• Assess performance and provide feedback during annual reviews.
• Motivate associates to build brand loyalty and store environment.
• Model exceptional customer service on the sales floor and maintain brand standards.
• Support management to maximize productivity through operations and product knowledge.
• Participate in Leader on Duty (LOD) program by delivering great customer experiences and driving profitability.
• Process payroll weekly and adjust schedules as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized stockroom and ensure CRE standards are met.

Skills

Customer engagement

Detail oriented

Prioritization

Teamwork & communication

Feedback delivery

Self-development

Time management

Microsoft Office

Internal apps

Flexible scheduling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location

Murfreesboro, Tennessee

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 environmentAbility 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.

make our PLACE yours

Being a part of our team takes collaboration and hard work. We are seeking top talent who are eager to contribute to a high-performing team! We are proud to be the largest pure-play children’s specialty apparel retailer in North America and continue to celebrate the success of our collection of brands, including The Children’s PLACE, Gymboree, Sugar & Jade and PJ PLACE.