Assistant Manager

Overview Job Location: 16 West Hartford - West Hartford, CT 06110 Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time Education Level: High School Job Category: Retail - Management About Windsor Fashions Windsor Fashions is a leading special occasion and fast fashion retailer founded and operated by generations of the Zekaria family. We are committed to providing a broad selection of on-trend apparel for all the occasions in a woman’s life. Our mission is to create an oasis that inspires and empowers women. Responsibilities As Windsor Assistant Manager you are a key member of our store leadership team. You support the team in driving our mission statement in your store. You are responsible, in partnership with your Store Manager, for achieving store productivity in terms of sales, shrink, payroll and expenses. You coach and motivate a high performing team of fashion loving Stylists while treating everyone with dignity and respect. Drive sales to ensure the overall success of the store. Build brand loyalty by providing an omni channel Oasis experience to every customer. Provide feedback to do more with less and create value for the brand. Support the Store Manager in finding the right talent. Consistently make new networking connections to ensure your store has a wide talent pool. Commit to an exceptional onboarding experience that supports the store’s retention goals. Organize and plan in detail to get the job done. Own the sales floor to ensure you execute daily operations and create the Oasis for customers. Partner with the Store Manager to supervise and conduct training with the team. Lead by example, communicate clearly and foster a culture of continuous improvement through recognition, coaching, feedback, and using company tools and programs. Follow all Windsor policy and procedures with integrity. Support the execution of the Windsor Merchandising Directive. Maintain a neat, clean and tidy store in compliance with Windsor’s Visual Guidelines and make smart merchandising decisions. Live and promote Windsor values in everyday actions. Foster a culture of respect, care, ownership and personal commitment. Qualifications You have at least 1 year of retail management experience. You have proven leadership experience and the ability to develop and motivate a team of up to 25 employees. You are a quick thinker and can resolve issues with customers and associates. You are an effective communicator in both a group setting and one-on-one. You welcome feedback and are ready to improve always. You have a flexible and reliable schedule, including opening and closing the store. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 401k with company match Vacation, Personal and Sick time A generous 40% discount on all Windsor products year round. (Additional discounts periodically) Opportunities for development, ongoing training and potential for advancement. Physical Demands Frequently stands, walks, observes, bends and pushes. Must be able to count, communicate, read and write in English. Must be able to access all areas of the store including selling floor, stock area and register area, operate and use all equipment necessary to run the store, climb ladders, move or handle merchandise or supplies throughout the store (generally weighing from 0-25 pounds) and work varied hours/days to oversee store operations. Environment is fast paced and indoor temperature conditions vary. *Job descriptions are merely a summary of the position. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change and may include any other that management finds necessary to successfully maintain store operations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Windsor Fashions