Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager About the role At the crossroads of fashion and sport, Lacoste creates and liberates movement. Both universal and timeless, the brand transcends cultures and generations, elevating the crocodile as a rally sign. An iconic French brand present in nearly 100 countries, Lacoste stand out for its unique know-how in each of its areas of expertise, from garment factory to omnichannel distribution. At Lacoste, elegance goes beyond style. This elegance guides all of its actions and its social and environmental commitments. Working at Lacoste is belonging to a community of 8,500 employees on the move to build the future. Committed to making equal opportunities a reality and to revealing potential, the company brings together talents from all walks of life, embracing their differences. Lacoste is one of the inspiring brands driven by passionate people within the MF Brands Group, alongside Aigle, Gant and Tecnifibre ( Summary: As an Assistant Store Manager at Lacoste, your role is pivotal in supporting the daily operations of our retail store. Working closely with the Store Manager, you will contribute to meeting or surpassing sales targets, upholding exceptional customer service standards, assisting with inventory management, and motivating a team of dedicated, customer-oriented associates. Your collaborative and supportive approach will be key to maintaining the smooth and efficient running of the store. Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Assistance: Help oversee daily store operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
• Sales Support: Support the implementation of sales strategies to meet or exceed targets, and contribute to analyzing sales data for growth opportunities.
• Team Leadership: Assist in guiding, coaching, and developing the store team, fostering a positive work environment.
• Customer Service Focus: Maintain excellent customer service standards, handling customer queries and issues with professionalism.
• Inventory Oversight: Assist with inventory management, including stock ordering, receiving, and organizing.
• Merchandising and Presentation: Collaborate in ensuring the store's visual appeal and adherence to brand standards.
• Administrative Support: Assist with budget management and compliance with company policies and safety standards.

Profile Requirements/Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of experience in a retail management or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated ability in supporting a team and store operations.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in using retail management software and MS Office.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced retail environment.
• An associate or bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or a related field is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer: At Lacoste, we’re committed to providing equal opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, and/or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Skills Leadership & team management Customer Service Strong interpersonal skills Strong communication skills Organizational skills Sales experience Problem solver Proficiency in Microsoft Office Equal opportunities At Lacoste, we are committed to making equal opportunities a reality. Inherited from our unique vision of fashion-sport, equal opportunities move us forward and our recruitment methods follow this commitment by focusing on skills and embracing all types of talents. We commit to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where elegance goes beyond style and where each of us is given the chance to fulfill our greatest potential.