Supervisor; part-time - Original Penguin

Position: Supervisor (part-time) - Original Penguin

Supervisor (part-time) - Original Penguin

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Company Overview

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The company owns and licenses nationally and internationally recognized brands such as Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist®, Farah®. It also licenses trademarks from third parties, including Nike® for swimwear, Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel.

About

The Company

Original Penguin is an American clothing line rooted in the 1950s and 60s, specializing in clothing, footwear, and eyewear. It blends iconic American sportswear with modern style to create a diverse lifestyle brand.

Summary

The Supervisor Key Holder is a support role in running our retail stores efficiently. The Supervisor supports the Store Manager in all operations and sales management functions, ensuring the sales team meets its goals of efficiency and customer satisfaction. The role includes maintaining store replenishment, executing marketing and promotional changes, and supporting training for sales associates.

Responsibilities Customer Experience

• Act as a role model, keeping customers as the top priority.
• Achieve excellent scores on secret shopper reports.
• Ensure the store looks visually distinctive and is impeccably maintained.
• Demonstrate awareness of store sales plans and results.
• Promote merchandise and demonstrate product knowledge to customers.
• Share vision and execution of store strategy aligned with corporate and district initiatives.
• Understand reports, analysis of business trends, and inventory opportunities.

Operational Responsibilities

• Prioritize workflow through effective planning and time management.
• Support appropriate staffing levels based on business trends and payroll guidelines.
• Understand and comply with all company policies, procedures, and operations.
• Support the Store Manager in maintaining the store’s physical appearance and cleanliness.
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Communicate all loss prevention occurrences to the Store Manager, District Manager, and Loss Prevention Manager.
• Support supervision and motivate staff members.

Visual, Brand And Product Management

• Participate in and support execution of pricing strategies to achieve gross margin.
• Support merchandise set up according to visual guidelines.
• Communicate store inventory opportunities to the Store Manager.
• Support replenishment of merchandise on the selling floor as needed.

People Responsibilities

• Adhere to Human Resources standards following general practices.
• Hold teams accountable for achieving results and communicate opportunities.
• Manage conflict.
• Empower and involve the team in decision making while guiding the process.
• Be receptive to feedback and foster dialogue around solutions.
• Maintain confidentiality and meet commitments.

Requirements

• Energetic and positive attitude.
• 1-2 years of retail experience.
• Flexible availability; reliable transportation.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Customer service-oriented (outgoing, friendly, personable with a positive attitude).
• Ability to move and/or lift up to 25 pounds.
• High school degree.

Benefits

• Employee discount.
• Accumulated personal/sick time off.
• 401(k) plan.
• Monthly sales incentives.
• Clothing allowance.
• Holiday pay.

Legal Disclaimer

Perry Ellis International is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Part-time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industries:
Retail Apparel and Fashion

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