Store Manager

The Lacoste Group; Clarksburg (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lacoste, a renowned fashion brand, is seeking a Store Manager to lead daily store operations, drive sales, and manage a dynamic team. The role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service, maintaining inventory integrity, and executing visual standards in line with brand guidelines.

The candidate should bring 3–5 years of retail management experience and a track record of team leadership. This position emphasizes budget oversight, compliance, and a collaborative approach with

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of retail management experience required.
• Proven ability to lead a team and develop staff.
• Strong customer service standards and sales acumen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day store operations to ensure smooth and efficient processes.
• Lead strategies to meet or exceed sales targets and analyze performance data.
• Coach and mentor a team of associates, conducting regular evaluations.
• Uphold outstanding customer service and professionally address inquiries and issues.
• Manage store inventory, receiving, stocking, and loss prevention.
• Collaborate with merchandising to ensure brand standards and visual appeal.
• Oversee store budget including labor costs and supplies while ensuring safety.

Skills

Retail management

Sales leadership

Team leadership

Job description

At the crossroads of fashion and sport, Lacoste creates and liberates movement. Both universal and timeless, the brand transcends cultures and generations, elevating the crocodile as a rally sign.

An iconic French brand present in nearly 100 countries, Lacoste stand out for its unique know-how in each of its areas of expertise, from garment factory to omnichannel distribution.

At Lacoste, elegance goes beyond style. This elegance guides all of its actions and its social and environmental commitments.

Working at Lacoste is belonging to a community of 8,500 employees on the move to build the future. Committed to making equal opportunities a reality and to revealing potential, the company brings together talents from all walks of life, embracing their differences.

Lacoste is one of the inspiring brands driven by passionate people within the MF Brands Group, alongside Aigle, Gant and Tecnifibre (http://mf-brands.com/).

Summary:

As a Store Manager at Lacoste, you will be the driving force behind our store’s operations, sales, and team management. You will play a crucial role in managing day-to-day operations ensuring the store meets or exceeds sales goals, maintaining excellent customer service standards, managing inventory, and leading a team of motivated and customer-focused associates. With 3-5 years of retail management experience, you will bring expertise, insight, and proven strategies to achieve business objectives, maintain high customer service standards, and foster a thriving team environment.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Store Operations: Oversee day-to-day store operations, ensuring smooth, efficient, and effective processes.
• Sales Leadership: Develop and implement strategies to meet or exceed sales targets. Analyze sales data to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
• Team Management and Development: Lead, coach, and mentor a team of associates to enhance performance. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
• Customer Service Excellence: Uphold outstanding customer service standards. Address customer queries and complaints with professionalism and tact.
• Inventory Management: Manage store inventory effectively, including receiving, and organizing stock. Ensure inventory accuracy and minimize losses.
• Visual Merchandising: Collaborate with the merchandising team to ensure the store is visually appealing and aligns with brand standards.
• Budget Management: Oversee the store budget, including labor costs, supplies, and other expenses.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures. Maintain a safe and secure environment for customers and staff.