About the Role
Department Managers are responsible for providing customers with a unique shopping experience by utilizing the G.U.E.S.T. service approach. Responsibilities include building and inspiring high-performing teams, managing payroll, training staff, executing visual standards, maintaining operational efficiencies, and upholding company mission, standards, and policies.
Responsibilities
- Act as a TPS Champion by modeling the G.U.E.S.T. service approach and consistently delivering World Class Service.
- Greet and welcome every customer warmly and with enthusiasm.
- Understand customer needs by asking open-ended questions.
- Explain product features and benefits in relation to customer needs with in-depth product knowledge.
- Suggest additional items to build onto sales using effective selling techniques.
- Thank the customer sincerely and invite them to return.
- Be a TPS Brand Ambassador.
- Build customer loyalty by being friendly, attentive, and respectful.
- Inspire and motivate the team daily by delivering positive feedback and utilizing TPS recognition programs.
- Contribute to a positive work environment by modeling ethical behavior, fostering open communication, and maintaining confidentiality.
- Maintain professional attire, demeanor, appearance, and compliance with company dress code.
- Demonstrate the ability to make decisions with sound judgment in the best interest of the customer, store team, and business.
- Demonstrate commitment to training and development using all available training resources.
- Demonstrate initiative to cross-train in all departments to support bench strength in department leadership.
- Continually train and coach associates on merchandising/operational tasks, company expectations, and GUEST service standards.
- Lead and execute company directives within appropriate time frames.
- Develop strong relationships with the Visual Merchandiser, Hallmark Merchandiser, Store Team Leaders, District Manager, and corporate partners.
- Maintain awareness of all current promotions and process them correctly at the POS.
- Champion new product launches by being the material expert.
- Ensure all marketing and promotion signage is up to date and placed correctly.
- Ensure all means of communication (Smart Sheet, email, etc.) are acted upon in a timely manner.
- Perform ear piercings and provide a safe, sanitary experience in accordance with guidelines (select locations).
- Perform management functions including opening and closing the store, POS management, sales floor management, and coordinating break schedules.
- Assist the Store Team Leader with executing strategies to drive sales and customer loyalty.
- Complete all tasks/directions as directed by the Store Team Leader, Merchandiser, or District Manager.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Previous experience in specialty retail is preferred.
- Demonstrate ability to multitask while being attentive to customers.
- Ability to adapt to and lead change.
- Ability to be mobile on the sales floor and/or stock room for extended periods.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to work well and be a leader in a team environment.
- Possess resourcefulness and initiative to problem-solve, operate strategically, and act as a team builder.
- Ability to work autonomously while paying strong attention to detail.
- Ability to lift and mobilize medium to large items up to 50 lbs., while utilizing appropriate safety techniques.
- Willingness to travel to new store openings, store remodels, etc.
Skills
- G.U.E.S.T. service approach
- Visual presentation standards
- Microsoft Office
- POS Systems
Location
- Pittsford, NY
- Rochester, NY
Work Type
- Full Time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Management
Salary/Compensations
- $22.00 - $27.00 Hourly
About the Company
- TPS Group Holdings LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Equal Opportunity
- Considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law.
