Store Leader: Drive Sales, Lead Talent & Service

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Health benefits

Wellness program

Learning opportunities

Cross-brand career opportunities

Job summary

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking a store leader in Alpharetta to drive sales, manage payroll, and build a strong talent pipeline. You will recruit, train and mentor associates, ensuring exceptional customer experiences and adherence to company standards.

You will work closely with the General Manager to optimize schedules, inventory, and store operations while maintaining a safe and engaging work environment. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years management experience in specialty/retail preferred.
• Proven ability to manage staff to meet and exceed sales while meeting payroll goals.
• Proven ability to identify top talent and train/develop/retain great people.
• Proven ability to think through complex issues and allocate time to execute multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Effective communication, organization and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• In partnership with the General Manager, ensure store meets or exceeds sales and payroll goals.
• Prioritize, plan and adjust schedules and daily agendas to meet business goals; recruit, interview and select qualified candidates.
• Train and motivate associates through ongoing programs in sales, customer service and product knowledge.
• Develop associates to assume increased levels of responsibility.
• Assess performance and provide ongoing feedback; complete and deliver performance appraisals and development plans.
• Maintain presence through effective floor management and ensure staff coverage in all areas of the store.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure ongoing safety training and awareness.
• Ensure store standards are met and maintained (visuals, cleanliness, signage, safety).
• In partnership with the General Manager, manage store-operating procedures (inventory, cash control) to minimize losses.
• Responsible for opening and closing per company guidelines; monitor assets through inventory procedures.
• Ensure associates comply with all Company policies and procedures.
• Create an environment where all associates are treated with dignity and respect.
• Monitor assets through accurate inventory management procedures.

Skills

Management experience

Staff motivation

Payroll management

Recruitment

Communication

Leadership

Sales leadership

Tools

POS system

Job description

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking a store leader in Alpharetta to drive sales, manage payroll, and build a strong talent pipeline. You will recruit, train and mentor associates, ensuring exceptional customer experiences and adherence to company standards.

You will work closely with the General Manager to optimize schedules, inventory, and store operations while maintaining a safe and engaging work environment. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.