Store Manager - Soma

Position Objective This position creates, engages, and welcomes an environment, that cultivates an inclusive culture that provides equitable opportunities and drives associate and customer engagement. This role directs activities to achieve store goals including customer experience, talent management, financial objectives, operational controls, asset protection, safety, and merchandise presentation. Functional Responsibilities Understands, models, and ensures Associate commitment to Brand culture, policies and procedures and holds Associates responsible for their actions. Recruits, attracts, selects, hires, retains, and develops talent. Proactively fills positions with qualified talent; creates and maintains a viable succession plan by developing internal bench strength through observation, thoughtful questions, and development. Partners with Design and Merchandising leaders through the Product Life Cycle (PLC) process and development of the season related to looks. Leads merchandising activities resulting in healthy product turnover and gross margin. Continuously ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and applicable laws. Guarantees selling behaviors are consistent and aligned to Brand expectation through consistent observation and coaching. Supports in-store company sponsored events, philanthropy, or other initiatives. Analyzes reporting, identifies opportunities, and proactively creates strategies to meet business needs and elevate the customer experience. Leads execution of visual merchandising updates and product placement within Brand guidelines and maintains visual expectations as defined by Brand’s visual merchandising standards. Clearly articulates brand positioning and educates associates on lifestyle, concepts, and product knowledge. Manages controllable expenses through effective scheduling and financial discipline. Understands current market trends and can articulate them using Brand interpretations in every customer interaction. Represents Brand #J-18808-Ljbffr