Store Lead - Mall @ Stonecrest - Part Time

The Children's Place; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Children's Place in Lithonia, GA is seeking a Store Lead to support the Store Leadership Team by completing cash-wrap operations, opening/closing procedures, and acting as Leader on Duty (LOD).

The role emphasizes brand representation, professional conduct, customer engagement, and staff development while maintaining store standards and contributing to profitability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of retail experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing talent through coaching conversations for associates.
• Support Store Manager on performance concerns and team development.
• Lead by example with exceptional customer service on the sales floor.
• Execute payroll and scheduling adjustments to optimize store operations.
• Maintain store standards, cleanliness, and stockroom organization.
• Drive store profitability through customer engagement and teamwork.

Skills

Customer engagement

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Feedback delivery

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Lithonia, Georgia 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.

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. If you are eager to learn and work in a diverse, inclusive, fast-paced and engaging work environment, make our PLACE yours.

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.