District Manager overseeing multiple Sur La Table locations, driving operations and people development. Focused on improving customer experience and achieving financial results across districts.
Responsibilities
Collaborates cross functionally to drive a key priority or initiative that impacts overall store operations nationwide.
Ensures customer service standards are consistently met across the district.
Creates an environment where employees are informed and capable by directing and following up on training initiatives for the district.
Models and follows up to ensure all Sur La Table policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are communicated effectively, maintained and consistently followed district-wide.
Maintains an active performance development process. Provides coaching in the moment and performance feedback to managers using the appropriate levels of direction and support. Conducts formal performance reviews.
Proactively monitors and manages district staffing levels according to retail and culinary census and fluctuations in seasonal business needs.
Analyzes and measures district sales results and trends to achieve sales driving initiatives.
Holds managers accountable for the accuracy and integrity of employee information including, but not limited to, requisition data, personal data, and payroll.
Holds managers accountable for store operations, scheduling, visual presentation and merchandise stock levels to ensure district is optimized to meet retail & culinary objectives.
Ensures adherence to applicable employment laws, including but not limited to, wage and hour; and workplace safety and health.
Manages travel expenses to budget; maximizes district and stores’ 4-Wall EBITDA.
Appropriately partners with corporate departments such as Retail Operations, HR, Loss Prevention, Planning, Real Estate and other departments.
Demonstrates exceptional verbal and written communication skills with employees, customers, field management and corporate office.
Requirements
8+ years of progressively responsible retail management experience.
5+ years multi-unit management experience.
Proven ability to build effective teams and motivate employees.
Proven ability to drive sales.
Proven financial skills and business acumen.
Functional knowledge of retail/store systems.
Familiarity with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
May require valid Food Handlers and/or Food Manager certification.
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