Store Manager, Westfarms Mall

Inspired, supportive, and empowering are just a few ways to describe being part of Ann Taylor. As a Store Manager, you’ll use your talents to cultivate a community-driven environment that encourages genuine connections with everyone who walks through our doors. Get ready to lead and develop a dedicated team to inspire our customers through exceptional experiences and product. Do your best work with the support of passionate leaders and the tools to grow in a career you love.

Responsibilities

Cultivate a customer-focused environment that consistently delivers exceptional customer experiences; Inspire, educate, and coach associates to leverage the brand's behaviors to create genuine customer connections; Use technology to provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience; Hire and build an effective store team through training, coaching, and talent development; Create an inclusive store environment for associates where everyone feels welcome and engaged; Develop a strong operational dynamic within the team to achieve store goals; Promote in-store community events and philanthropic partnerships; Use tools and reporting to oversee store profitability, effective budgeting, and payroll; Analyze reporting to develop short and long-term retail plans; Manage the day-to-day operations of the store, including opening and closing

Requirements

Brings a hospitality mindset when engaging with customers and associates; Strong people management skills and an ability to develop talent; Effective leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills; Technology proficient and ability to operate a point-of-sale system; Strong business acumen and ability to develop strategies and create action plans to drive results; Action-oriented mindset with an ability to organize, delegate, and prioritize assignments to stay on top of deadlines

Nice to have

2+ years retail Store Manager or service industry experience (preferred); Hospitality mindset; Relationship builder; Inspirational leadership; Proactive; Goal-oriented; Results-driven

Benefits

50% off full-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor; Eligibility for deeper seasonal discounts and discounts at select KnitWell Group brands; Monthly bonus when store achieves its goal; Medical, Dental & Vision coverage including Fertility Support and Telemedicine; Paid Time Off for vacation and sick leave; 401(K) Retirement Savings with company match after first year; Company Perks through Working Advantage; Professional development and opportunities for advancement across the brands; Community impact through philanthropic partnerships