Assistant Store Manager

Operations Manager Or Merchandising ManagerAs an Operations Manager or Merchandising Manager you will provide oversight of store operations and/or merchandising, delivering excellent customer service. You will teach, coach, and develop associates to execute operational, service and merchandising processes focused on consistent execution and efficiency. You will be accountable for the overall results and success of all key performance measures with a primary goal of driving sales and profitability.What You'll DoEnsure sound operational processes, including receiving and processing product, stockroom management and omni channel fulfillmentDrive accuracy through completion of all required business directives such as merchandise disposition practicesMaintain appropriate levels of product on the sales floor by planning and directing floor replenishment as necessary based on sell through and seasonal changesLead efforts at point of sale and customer service departments to deliver speed of service transactions while creating a compelling customer experienceEnsure that store merchandising standards follow visual merchandising direction, accomplishing product presentation; make decisions about and adaptations to merchandising direction based on the layout, adjacencies and needs of the store; ensure product is displayed in a manner which is clear and easy to understand and is compelling to the customerMaintain appropriate levels of product on the sales floor by planning and directing floor remerchandising and replenishment as necessary, based on sell through and seasonal changesDirect, teach and train associates to accurately execute all company merchandising direction to brand standards in a timely mannerLead execution of pricing activities in the store, ensure that price changes, sign changes and ticketing procedures are completed accurately and efficientlySupport prevention of loss by educating associates, monitoring daily store activity, maintaining product protection standards, ensuring company policies are followed and partnering with Loss PreventionManage the training processes for new hires, ensuring associates are skilled on process best practices, proper inventory procedures, productivity and merchandising standards, product knowledge and how to leverage Kohl's tools and resourcesAll manager roles at Kohl's are responsible for:Managing with integrity, honesty and fostering teamwork in an engaged and inclusive cultureExercising good judgment and discernment when making decisions; taking appropriate partners as neededModeling, enforcing and providing direction and guidance to associatesDemonstrating, coaching and developing a customer service mindset, including customer service techniques, anticipating customer needs and satisfactorily resolving issuesEnsuring the store has strong operational standards, shortage mitigation, and merchandising presentation to include accurate pricing and proper signingMonitoring and adjusting resources as the business dictates to support customer needs and workload demandsAssessing key performance indicators (KPIs) to make informed business decisions that drive overall store resultsManaging talent, including hiring, training, developing, and supervisingAccomplishing multiple tasks within established timeframesTraining, monitoring and reinforcing company policies, procedures, standards and guidelinesMaintaining adherence to company safety policies and ensuring the safety of associates and customersOther responsibilities as assignedWhat Skills You HaveRequired:Must be 18 years of age or olderExperience supervising teams or associates, including the responsibility for coaching to achieve daily goals and performance managementGreat verbal/written communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent decision-making and problem-solving skills to make quick decisionsStrong people management skills and ability to develop talentFlexible availability, including days, nights, weekends and holidaysPreferred:Experience working in a retail environment, preferably in a managerial positionCollege degree OR equivalent combination of education and 2 years experience in retail or similar industry