Store Lead - Rockaway Townsquare Mall - Full Time

The Children's Place; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

401(k) and company match

Wellness Reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Life/AD&D and disability benefits

Job summary

The Children's Place is seeking a Store Lead in Rockaway, New Jersey to support the Store Leadership Team with cash-wrap operations, opening/closing procedures, and leading as Leader on Duty (LOD). You will represent the brand, drive customer service excellence, and guide teamwork and employee development on a fast-paced sales floor.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of retail experience and a strong ability to train others, manage schedules, and uphold store standards while improving

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years retail experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing talent through coaching conversations and training.
• Support Store Manager to address performance concerns with associates.
• Participate in company training and development initiatives.
• Maintain a positive work environment and provide timely feedback.

Skills

Customer engagement

Detail oriented

Task prioritization

Team environment

Performance feedback

Self-development

Effective communicator

Adaptable/flexible

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Retail software

Internal applications

Job description

Location: Rockaway, New Jersey

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 and 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

Hourly/Salary

• Paid Time Off, Employee Discount, 401(k) and company match, Wellness Reimbursement, Adoption Assistance, free backup care (for kids, pets & the elderly), choice of health insurance plans, company-paid life/AD&D, short and long term disability, a variety of voluntary benefits and an employee assistance program.
• Benefit offerings are subject to change and vary by role/level for each position.
• Respective waiting periods may apply to certain benefit offerings.

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.

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