Store Lead - Southshore - Part time

The Childrens Place, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Children\’s Place in Braintree, MA is seeking a Store Lead to support the Store Leadership Team by managing cash-wrap, opening/closing procedures, and acting as Leader on Duty.

You will represent the brand, engage customers, coach associates, and drive store profitability through attendance, service, and operations excellence.

This role requires 1–3 years retail experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, with weekend availability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1–3 years retail experience; must be at least 18.

Responsibilities

• Develop talent through training and coaching of associates.
• Partner with Store Manager to address performance concerns.
• Support company training and development initiatives.
• Provide timely feedback and maintain a positive work environment.
• Motivate associates to build brand loyalty and positive store culture.
• Demonstrate exceptional customer service on the sales floor.
• Represent the company professionally and maintain brand integrity.
• Support management to maximize productivity via operations and product knowledge.
• Participate in Leader on Duty (LOD) program to enhance customer experience and store profitability.
• Process payroll weekly and adjust schedules as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized stockroom and ensure CRE standards and safety.

Skills

Customer engagement

Attention to detail

Task prioritization

Teamwork

Feedback delivery

Self-development

Communication

Adaptability

Time management

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location

Braintree, Massachusetts

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

• 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

$17.00 - $21.89 Per Hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

About the Company

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