Job description
RETAIL STORE
** NEW STORE OPENING ** STORE MANAGER
Gloucester Quays
SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy and all genders are welcome. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.
YOUR MISSION
An exciting opportunity to join our new store opening in Gloucester Quays!
- Position PUMA to be the Fastest Sports Brand in the world through strategically managing and promoting sales culture within the Store
- Recruit, manage, develop, coach, motivate and retain high performing, results driven team members. Ensure training programs are successfully completed.
- Ensure the Store consistently achieves or exceeds sales, KPIs and profitability goals through the effective use of short and long term planning, expense control, sales and service.
- Guarantee consistently high standards of customer experience within the Store in accordance with PUMA’s Brand Values and service standards.
- Analyze customer profiles, buying trends, and competitive information to impact and drive business. Communicate and provide feedback to Area/District Manager.
- Manage the execution and processing of both incoming and outgoing merchandise.
- Achieve or exceed all Inventory and Shrink goals; oversee and manage Physical Inventory counts ensuring Loss Prevention and Operational compliance within store.
- Ensure execution and maintenance of all Visual Guidelines as well as guaranteeing the visual presentation of the Store always meets or exceeds PUMA standards
- Communicate, manage and execute all Marketing driven initiatives and events within budget and according to all Policies & Procedures.
YOUR TALENT
- 2-4 years of management experience in a focused, customer service oriented retail environment (preferably apparel/footwear) with results driven track record
- Passion for PUMA Brand
- Commercial and financial acumen
- Customer oriented, reliable and friendly personality
- Ability to identify, hire, train, develop and retain high performance
- Ability to reason through complex issues
- Ability to present information to large groups and facilitate store visits
- Strong interpersonal, communication and motivational skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Practical experience in Project Management, skills in implementing communications methods and event management
- Interest in innovation and change
- Good English language skills
- PC-literacy, MS-Office Knowledge, Outlook, Internet
PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.