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Who We Are.
Since , New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world.
We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged.
We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.
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JOB MISSION.
As an Area Manager you will own and ensure all stores within the district adhere to operational policies and best practises, through store visits and consistent execution of audits on site.
Utilising store results to drive corrective action planning and work with store management to deliver continual improvements, alongside supporting the Regional Manager with tasks and projects to improve performance of the stores and the business.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES.
Operations   Coordinate all the activities of Retail (inline and outlets,) according to brand guidelines and strategy including implementation of Game Changer    Inform the Retail Regional Manager about the general condition of the stores (stock, display, windows, cleaning) and staff (uniform, performance etc) during store visits by performing the RGCCL   Ensure that each store delivers exceptional customer service to our consumers €“ ensuring that all customer service initiatives are in place and any problems are dealt quickly and courteously.
Ensure stores support any marketing campaigns and promotions effectively.
Drive store sales through innovative approaches and techniques   Minimise costs across stores through effective rota planning, utilisation of hours, overheads expense and loss prevention   Stocktake attendance and spot checking to drive best practice across stores.
Post stocktake action planning reports to be provided regularly to the Retail Regional Manager.
To take full responsibility for mystery shop action plans, ensuring the Retail Regional M anager has regular feedback on progress and improvement plans.
Publishing of all monthly audit results into the Retail Portal   To actively drive KPI’s such as sales, UPT, ATV and conversion through regular commercial report usage and walkthrough’s at store level with the SM & ASM   Ensure that Store Managers from owned and partner stores follow and implement corporate policies and procedures   To provide cash and loss prevention support to all stores.
To include regular reviews of G4s collections, petty cash management, reviewing floats prior to business peaks and reporting any financial losses in a timely, effective manner   To monitor and manage controllable costs in all stores, including items such as stationary, essential back of house items, minor repairs and maintenance   Maintain a good relationship with stakeholders like centre’s management and landlords across the area   Perform other duties and projects as required       People   To lead, guide and inspire teams throughout the area through regular feedback, coaching and celebrating success   Manage performance through effective goal/target setting and monitoring through regular 1-1s and constructive feedback     Responsible for the recruitment, s election and onboarding of S tore M anagers and teams, supporting them with their recruitment needs   Management of holidays across all stores and feedback to the Retail Regional M anager on a quarterly basis.
At least 3 days per week you will be based at stores performing retail game plan check lists and working together with the stores in your area     REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS.
5 years’ Retail management experience    Demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets/ budgets   Proven people management and leadership shills   Ex perience in coaching, driving and developing a team   Excellent attention to detail   Quality focused with a continu ous improvement mindset   Excellent communication skills, written and verbal   Ability to organise and manage projects   Proficiency with MS Excel and retail software    Fluent in English   Interest in Fashion and/or sport desirable   Commercially aware o f the retail market/consumer trends   Experienced in working in a stand-alone role – autonomous and comfortable being remotely managed   Team player   Ability to travel to visit stores and office locations   Equal Opportunity Employer.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.
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