Regional Director - Multi-Unit Airport Retail (Northeast Region)

Regional DirectorThe Regional Director will work with General Managers to ensure platform teams drive sales, execute against goals and further the growth of their platforms. They will assist in delivering PR (Performance & Relationships) a differentiator for Paradies Lagardère that leads to strong results. This position serves as a point of contact for airport leaders and acts as a voice of the platforms for members of the corporate offices.Essential ResponsibilitiesAct as a leader in the airport communityCollaborate with business partners to create and drive short and long-term strategies for the regionDrive and lead actions that deliver sales growthExecute sales and growth strategyReinforce and coach behaviors that drive an exceptional and authentic experience for the customer and associates (First Class Service)Understand and serve the requirements of the airport relationship and DBE partnersInspire regional team to meet business objectives and goalsEnsure team is engaged, connecting with the customer and delivering resultsModel great communication, relationship building and leadership skillsCoordinate with all business partners and allocate resources to drive business and meet goalsPartner with Regional HR Manager to ensure all talent and people goals are achievedDevelop talent - via coaching, training and development – to grow within the organizationCreate actionable succession plans and career path strategies for teamEnsure team understands and executes merchandising vision and standards (CALM)Proactively partner with the Platform and members of the Support Center Merchandising team to ensure team is knowledgeable, has tools and can make decisions to drive their businessEnsure the regional team has the right tools to make decisions to drive their business and meet goalsEvolve productivity through best practices and continuous learningResolve escalated issues, review trends and strategies to drive continuous improvementControl and manage regional expenses (payroll, travel, etc.)Work with LP to ensure low shrink and LP best practices are in placeOwn P&L for the regionDrive gross margin dollars and profitAnalyze business performance patterns and determine needed actionsManage budget effectivelyExperience5-7 years of multi-unit, high volume, highly complex business experience. Multi-unit retail experience preferredProven ability to drive results and create short and long-term business strategiesHas the ability to translate industry knowledge into a competitive advantage for Paradies LagardèreProven leadership experience, with the ability to develop and engage teams at various levelsKnowledge of business processes, management, budgeting and other retail operationsDemonstrated ability to resolve complex business problemsExcellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly languageHighly motivated and attentive to detailEffectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environmentExtensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environmentKey Leadership CompetenciesCustomer FocusDrives ResultsCommunicates EffectivelyInstills TrustAction OrientedEnsures AccountabilityDevelops TalentSchedule RequirementsFrequent travel requiredAbility to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including nights and weekends.Physical RequirementsAbility to lift and carry 30 lbsAbility to climb a ladderThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be associated to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. External and internal applicants as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined on a case by case basis. Must be able to travel overnight.