Job Details
Assistant Store Manager: TEMPORARY ROLE THROUGH AUGUST
Founded in 2008 by Jeff Rudes and Margaret Maldanado, L Agence began with early roots in Hollywood and a devout following of high-profile celebrities and their stylists. Informed by the easy chic feel of Southern California with a Parisian sensibility, the collections evoke a spirit of sultry glamour through vibrant colors, bold prints, and timeless silhouettes that complement the jet-setter lifestyle. We Crete a head-to-toe wardrobe for every aspect of the day that chameleons from airport to gala, beachside to boardroom. All the elements of the look are designed in conjunction so that the pieces work symbiotically.
Our brand is built on community, a culture of empowerment, and a commitment to taking care of our people.
Summary:
The role of the Assistant Store Manager leads the store team to meet and exceed all sales and operational goals and ensure KPI s are achieved. In addition, this individual is a passionate brand ambassador who is responsible for promoting brand engagement with clients, partners and within their city. This managerial role will act as a representative of the Store Manager in the daily business operations of the store, and support all store initiatives including training and supervising employees, managing inventory levels, and driving for results.
The Assistant Store Manager reports to the Store Manager.
Responsibilities:
Be an ambassador to the brand and promote the culture of L Agence internally and externally
Ensure store atmosphere upholds the image of the brand
Drive financial success and through understanding and action planning improvements within Retail KPI s
Assist the Store Manager in ensuring floor coverage, financial targets, visual merchandising standards, client service, and operational functions within the store both front of house and back of house are achieved
Ensure acquisition and retention of clients are key focuses and as such create and cultivate client relationships for the store and brand overall
Be sure that you and your teams deliver the best possible client experience with every type of engagement (in store, virtual, alternate mediums)
Solution oriented approach to finding resolutions to customer service issues
In partnership with Store Manager, create and bring to life activations/ events in the store that seek client acquisition and focus on client retention/ development
Build a local network of tastemakers, stylists, marketing, business partners who have an impact on local that will promote brand and build client loyalty and retention
Create and maintain a positive work environment with teams and throughout store network including cross functional partners
Attract, retain talent for the retail store location
Continually coach, motivate, train and develop internal teams so they achieve performance goals and are set up for success with growth opportunities within the organization
Attend and lead store meetings as required by the business
Continually ensure that work schedules are aligned with store goals
Ability to manage and resolve conflict in the workplace
Ensure the image of the store is in line with corporate standards and store team is upholding these standards
Ensure VM of the store is completed in accordance to VM guidelines, with a mindfulness of local business trends
Ensure accuracy of overall physical inventory including regular Cycle Counts, inventory reconciliation and adjustments are completed in accordance to company guidelines
Initiate and ensure completion of merchandise receipts and transfer requests
Protect all company assets including cash handling, inventory, expenses etc.
Manage Client Consignment business, ensuring a quick turnaround, strong take rate, and timely return of merchandise
Ensure that all the processes are compliant with legal, safety, and internal procedures
Partner with cross functional partners including Stores within network, Operations, Visual Team, CRM, Retail Training, HR, Merchandise teams, Regional management to maintain and accelerate the business forward
Create and execute business plans to accelerate the business forward and remedy opportunities
Additional projects/ responsibilities may arise in accordance with the needs of the business
Requirements:
At least 3+ years of experience in a managerial position
Experience within women s apparel retail preferred
Ability to effectively create, manage and adhere to deadlines
Familiar with key retail performance indicators
Adaptable, a sense of openness, active listener, and compassionate
Advanced organizational skills, writing and communication skills
Expertise in Microsoft Office 365 Suite
Comfortable and savvy with computer technology, including PC and iOS devices
Travel approximately 10% of the time
Ability to climb ladders
Ability to lift 25+ lbs.