Store Manager - Lead Talent & Drive Store Growth

JCPenney; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Term life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with company match

Associate merchandise discount

Job summary

Catalyst Brands, the parent of JCPenney, is seeking a Store Manager to lead a high-performing team, deliver an outstanding customer experience, and drive store profitability. You will hire, train, and develop associates while managing all store operations to meet company goals.

You will use data to create action plans, maximize sales through product knowledge, and build brand loyalty. The role requires strong leadership, flexible hours including evenings and weekends, occasional travel to other

Qualifications

• 2+ years as a Store Manager in similar volume, apparel business.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales and statistical expectations.
• Flexible availability to meet the needs of the business (including evenings and weekends).
• May require occasional travel to other store locations (if needed) and attend district meetings.

Responsibilities

• Use statistical information and market knowledge to create action plans and achieve financial, customer-service and operational goals.
• Understand and demonstrate product knowledge, selling and operational skills to maximize sales.
• Engage with customers to build relationships and brand loyalty by using company tools.
• Attract, develop, and retain top talent individuals.
• Motivate and engage your teams by identifying their strengths.
• Provide and receive feedback to improve performance and develop team members.
• Communicate clear expectations and hold the store team and yourself accountable to achieving results.
• Ensure store standards for merchandising and operations are met consistently.
• Oversee all controllable expenses such as payroll and training to increase profitability.
• Establish trust with the team in the face of opposing beliefs, values or perspectives.
• Remain composed in the face of challenges and unforeseen circumstances.
• Provide leadership or assistance with floor sets, window changes, and other merchandising and visual expectations.
• Perform POS transactions on designated shifts and execute management functions in the absence of Assistant Manager.
• Schedule employees to their strengths to maximize productivity.
• Model our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, compassion, accountability, and inclusivity.

Skills

Leadership

Talent development

Customer service

Sales leadership

Communication

Job description

Catalyst Brands, the parent of JCPenney, is seeking a Store Manager to lead a high-performing team, deliver an outstanding customer experience, and drive store profitability. You will hire, train, and develop associates while managing all store operations to meet company goals.

You will use data to create action plans, maximize sales through product knowledge, and build brand loyalty. The role requires strong leadership, flexible hours including evenings and weekends, occasional travel to other