Retail Assistant Manager (Ops)
Company: Talbots
Location: Clarks Summit
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Job Number: 16310
Position Title: Operations Manager
External Description:
POSITION SUMMARY:
At Talbots, we help our customers look and feel their best. The
Talbots Operations Manager (OM) partners with the General Manager
or Store Manager (the "Manager") to lead the team in creating a
hospitable environment for customers and associates alike. The OM
is a role model for creating exceptional customer experiences
enabling the team to create individual experiences for our
customers and build enduring relationships. In partnership with the
Manager, the OM is responsible for driving the business forward
specifically as it relates to merchandising principles, store
systems and other operational activities.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Is customer-centric and understands the importance of creating
exceptional customer experiences.
- Ambitious and enthusiastic in creating an environment for both
the store and team to succeed.
- Reinforces consistent operational standards through coaching,
training and accountability.
- Demonstrates excellent communication skills, a high level of
integrity, fiscal responsibility, critical thinking, and leadership
courage.
- Has strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
in a fast paced, ever-changing environment.
- Professional, assertive and friendly with the ability to make
decisions independently.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Leadership:
- Model professionalism, strong work ethic, integrity and respect
for others creating an environment that positions Talbots as an
employer of choice.
- Educate, coach, mentor and inspire Sales Associates based on
their individual strengths, opportunities and needs. This includes
onboarding new talent, driving key performance indicators, managing
inventory, visual merchandising, etc.
- Create a collaborative, team environment where all associates
are held accountable and proud to
- uphold the same standards, policies and procedures. Provide
coaching and feedback when necessary and address
performance/disciplinary action when required.
Business Acumen:
- Stay abreast of the business and key business drivers to
strategically identify opportunities that will maximize sales and
ensure financial goals are achieved.
- Analyze store reports to optimize payroll and control
expenses.
- Understand the appropriate balance needed between operational
and selling energy at various times of the month and assist the
Manager in proper planning/scheduling.
Operations:
- Lead all areas of operational excellence.
- Work in partnership with the Manager to manage and control all
operating expenses.
- Educate, train and reinforce brand standards and company
policies and procedures.
- Maintain store specific information found online including
store hours, phone number, address, etc.
- Act as store lead and liaison for all store systems: VOIP, POS,
handheld devices, etc.
- Plan and prioritize tasks and responsibilities to meet the
needs of the business.
- Protect company assets and maintain a safe work
environment.
- Follow all company policies and procedures as well as local,
state, and federal employment laws.
Creating the Customer Experience:
- Capable of creating a selling culture where all associates
align around the needs of our customers.
- Willing to assist customers and/or support team as needed to
create an exceptional customer experience.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships that
support a productive work environment.
- Clearly communicate store information, brand initiatives and
other pertinent information in order to better enhance the customer
experience.
- Professionally represent the Talbots brand image and ensure all
associates meet same standards.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two or more years of specialty retailing experience preferred
with emphasis on store operations. One year of leadership
experience preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed performance
standards.
- An essential function of the job is the ability to work a
flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- An essential function of the job is the ability to move about
in a store including standing, walking, kneeling, stooping,
climbing ladders, using stairs, carrying, bending, stretching,
twisting, or
- reaching out with the body, arms, or legs, pulling and lifting
objects up to 40 pounds. Sometimes these movements are made quickly
and repeatedly.
- An essential function of the job is the ability to navigate
computer/handheld systems with intermediate computer and
keyboarding skills.
- Able to work cooperatively in a diverse work environment.
- Able to relocate and open to opportunities in other areas of
the business.
- High school degree required. College degree preferred.
Note: This position description is intended to describe the general
nature of work being performed by associates assigned to this job.
It is not intended to be inclusive of all duties and
responsibilities and is subject to change.
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Community / Marketing Title: Retail Assistant Manager (Ops)
Company Profile:
Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's
clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, the company
is known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely,
fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots
relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who
bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can
enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer
modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of
sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.
EEO Employer Verbiage:
Talbots is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications
from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a
candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of
the position under consideration and are made without regard to
race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, veteran status,
pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, or any other category
protected by applicable law. Talbots is committed to providing
reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If
you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the
position you are seeking or to participate in the application
process please contact recruiting@talbots.com. Talbots will make
reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or
employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue
hardship on the operations of the Company's business.
PositionType_Description: Full Time
Location_formattedLocationLong: Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania US
Keywords: Talbots, Scranton , Retail Assistant Manager (Ops), Hospitality & Tourism , Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania
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