Store Manager, Tommy Hilfiger - London O2 Outlet FTC (Mat Leave)

Be part of an iconic story. TOMMY HILFIGER is one of the world’s most recognized global lifestyle brands, confidently welcoming and inspiring consumers since 1985. Originally established in New York City and infused with the vibrant spirit of Americana, to create the modern uniform of accessible luxury. The TOMMY HILFIGER brands consist of TOMMY HILFIGER and TOMMY JEANS, complemented by a range of licensed product categories that extend the brand lifestyle across generations, geographies, activities and occasions.

The role of Store Manager is crucial as our stores are the life and soul of our business. They act as our main touch points with our ever-evolving consumer base. As the world of retail evolves, we believe that for all other parts of the chain to work, our stores must set the tone of what our two brands are all about. Our locations are paramount, and the first-class experience must be a given.

Responsibilities include:

• Partnering with the store management team to build on business opportunities and achieve Company standards/goals: sales and wage budgets, sales per hour (SPH), units per transaction (UPT), conversion (hit) rate, wage and expense control, shrinkage, mystery shops, store audits and profitability.
• Identifying opportunities and collaborating with others to grow the business or improve performance.
• Consistently fostering a positive store experience by treating all customers and staff members in a fair and consistent manner.
• Ensuring “door to floor” best practices, visual merchandising directives and standards for sales floor and back room are being executed; continually reviewing standards to ensure clear and consistent execution.
• Communicating regularly with the buying team to ensure the correct stock levels and demographically correct stock is available.
• Analysing store level reports and creating action plans to improve results.
• Communicating with staff daily on individual sales goals, and other key performance indicators, store results, product sales and other information to help them provide unparalleled service and achieve goals.
• Managing the manpower planning, identification, recruitment, interviewing, hiring and orientation processes.
• Providing training and coaching for Employees (daily, weekly and monthly) and ensuring that it is appropriately documented.
• Leading weekly management meetings and other staff meetings; participating in and contributing to regional meetings.
• Setting challenging but attainable goals with an emphasis on service quality, customer satisfaction, and financial performance.
• Creating energy and excitement around shared goals and values.

YOU

• Extensive experience in delivering a high level of customer service in a brand retailer is essential.
• Previous retail operations, budgeting, planning, sales and people management experience.
• Effective communicator with the ability to build relationships with ease.
• Team player who recognises and celebrates the contributions and achievements of others.
• Confident in giving feedback that promotes positive behavioural change.
• Strong people management skills with the ability to resolve conflict and unproductive disagreements.
• Energetic and authentic showing a clear presence on the shop floor.

WHAT WE OFFER

At PVH, we understand that the success of our organisation is directly related to our hardworking and dedicated associates who contribute their time and talents to help make our Company the success it is. That is why we are committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support our associates – both at home and at work.

PVH Europe and our brands, TOMMY HILFIGER and CALVIN KLEIN, are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. We believe we are bettered by all forms of diversity, and take pride in working with top talent from every walk of life and corner of the world.

About PVH: We are brand builders who focus our passion and creativity to build Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER into the most desirable lifestyle brands in the world and at the same time position PVH as one of the best-performing brand groups in our sector.