Apparel​/Asst Dept Leader

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of the Apparel department by maximizing all financial opportunities and assuming management responsibilities in the manager's absence.
• Manage and coordinate department activities to ensure customer satisfaction and efficient operations.
• Plan and execute merchandising initiatives, promotions, and daily store operations in the absence of the manager.
• Coach associates in the performance of their duties; provide feedback to direct reports and to the manager for performance reviews.
• Respond to customers' verbal comments, complaints, and requests; maintain a welcoming and inviting department environment.
• Assist in inventory processes and perform clerk duties as needed.
• Work with associates to maintain common areas (break rooms, training areas) to reflect values and foster a positive team environment.
• Manage maintenance/repair needs and complete incident/accident report forms as required.
• Audit operations (ads, recalls, price changes, planograms, and merchandising standards) and ensure compliance with corporate policies and safety guidelines.
• Assist in planograms, merchandising, and stockroom standards, including signing, ticketing, and storage organization.
• Coordinate/organize department merchandising and support in implementing promotions and point-of-sale plans.
• Assist in the execution of department floor merchandising and event planning in the manager's absence.

• Minimum
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Accuracy/attention to detail
  • Ability to organize/prioritize tasks/projects
  • Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes

• BA/BS in business or related field
• Knowledge of company policies, procedures and organizational structure
• Management experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, RMDS and current company email
• CPR/first aid certification
• Experience directing/participating on project teams
• Deliver and encourage other associates to deliver excellent customer service
• Promote and follow company initiatives
• Coordinate/organize merchandising of the department floor
• Implement period merchandising bulletins, POS plans, and period planners
• Maintain compliance with planograms, ticketing, recovery, fixtures usage and stockroom standards
• Maintain compliance with corporate policies and safety guidelines, labor agreements, RMS updates/procedures and shrink control guidelines
• Plan ads/store events and complete daily tours in the manager's absence
• Implement promotions and POS plans and manage planograms and merchandising in the manager's absence
• Audit returns and RTV reporting in the manager's absence
• Verify pricing accuracy and follow up on price changes
• Authorize manager discretion markdowns and audit scan audits
• Maintain awareness of overstock/understock conditions and review daily/weekly sales
• Complete daily tours
• Maintain customer service focus and assist with customer/associate inquiries
• Assist in inventory processes and store operations
• Ensure department areas are inviting and reflect values
• Coach associates and participate in performance reviews
• Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay
• Employee Assistance Program and financial coaching resources
• Associate discounts on purchases
• Tuition reimbursement through Continuing Education program
• Opportunities for growth through training programs and diverse career pathways