Area Manager: Pacific Northwest/ CA

Area Manager: Pacific Northwest/ CA

Job Category: Retail

Full-Time

Hybrid

Seattle Premium Outlets 10600 Quil Ceda Blvd Tulalip, WA 98271, USA +1 more locations

Description

At Jockey, caring is our responsibility. It's the fabric of who we are and drives everything we do. It drives us to listen, innovate, and improve. To design thoughtfully. To craft skillfully. To give back wholeheartedly. As a family-owned company recognized the world over for delivering feel-good comfort, our premium apparel is sold in more than 140 countries and our commitment to quality, innovation and customer service is legendary.

We believe that extraordinary service comes from the heart and is delivered by extraordinary individuals! Is that you?

We are seeking an Area Manager to provide leadership and direction to 7 store locations in OR, WA and CA, in the areas of key business metrics, sales and profitability, payroll cost control, merchandising, selling and customer service, recruiting, selecting, training, coaching and developing staff. The Area Manager must be located in OR or WA with reasonable accessibility to one of our stores and an airport.

JOB EXPECTATIONS

• Demonstrate leadership that reflects Jockey's core values and culture.
• Maximize store sales and profitability in home store and assigned stores through the leadership and accountability of Store Managers within the area.
• Visit stores regularly to review store environments, key business metrics and to provide feedback regarding all aspects of store operations including staffing, selling skills, payroll planning, sales reporting, visual merchandising, stock management, expense management, human resources, safety and security, and operations policies.
• Compile and provide feedback on performance and auditing requirements through store visit reporting tools.
• Oversee and participate in the process of recruiting, networking, selecting, training, succession planning and developing Store Managers.
• Provide consistent evaluation of store teams for succession planning and development.
• Drive, lead and execute brand message while communicating market trends in assigned district.
• Partner with Store Managers and supervisor to share and implement best practices and execute corrective action.
• Ensure that all Company prescribed standards are met and adhered to in all stores.
• Work in collaboration with Store Managers, supervisor and corporate partners to develop clear and detailed execution plans that ensure consistency of key Company programs and initiatives.
• Manage area level sales, payroll and operating expense budgets.
• Provide product feedback to the supervisor and corporate partners/analysts on specific launches, in stock levels, replenishment and assortment execution.
• Lead the execution of programs that elevate the guest experience, drives revenue, and increases conversion.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• Minimum of 3 years of multi-store management experience.
• 5+ years of retail experience
• Flexible schedule including overnight travel, evenings and weekends as the business dictates. Travel up to 80%
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Proven payroll, expense and cost control experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• High School Diploma
• Must have valid driver's license, proof of vehicle and vehicle insurance.

PREFERRED:

• Advanced Degree in Business or related field

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to move a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Ability to effectively maneuver around the sales floor, and stockroom, repetitive bending, prolonged standing, twisting, stooping, squatting, and ascending/descending ladder to stock and merchandise store.
• Ability to work with/around cleaning chemicals.

In return for your expertise, JOCKEY offers a competitive and comprehensive flexible benefits package which includes Medical/Dental/Life/Vision, 401(k), generous Paid Time Off (PTO), educational support, fitness club discounts, employee discounts and Rewards, a business casual work environment, and exciting career growth opportunities!

Pay Range: $84-88k Annually

Jockey International provides salary ranges for positions on job advertisements based on state and local requirements. These ranges vary based on location, skillset, experience, and qualifications.

Jockey's culture reflects the values of our leadership. Success is achieved through hard work, mutual respect, and offering consumers products with striking quality and style from a brand they trust. Jockey associates and Jockey products are the genuine article. Retail is where the Jockey Lifestyle Brand meets the community. We were just named one of the Dave Thomas' Foundation's top Adoption-Friendly employers. Our non-profit 501c(3) Jockey Being Family

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