Manager - Brand Operations

POSITION OBJECTIVE • The position is responsible for increasing business revenues • The position is responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures required as per Retail standards across stores to drive the business and gain customer satisfaction • Oversee the recruiting, hiring and training needs of the store, and efficient decision making to enhance the overall performance of the store • Represent the brand by maximizing and contributing to the sales within the store through exceptional customer service and retail experience • Provide leadership and support to all the employees Key Responsibilities Sales And Profitability • Achieve quantitative measures of performance in the following areas: Units per transaction, Average transaction value, sales per month, sales per square feet, sales turnover, shrinkage control, increase in conversion percentage • Set store sales target to maximize the sales and profitability • Guide Area Managers and Stores Managers to maximize productivity in stores through effective utilization of the available resources • Effective management of the operational costs, reduction in operational costs by automation • Adhere and enforce Company SOP, Policies and procedures; loss prevention audit guidelines in all the stores. Also monitor the measures to ensure compliance by all the employees • Oversea the implementation and execution of the Visual Merchandising guidelines are followed at all the stores at all times • Recruit and train the staff on sales techniques, customer service, teamwork, and other etiquettes as per the company and brand requirements • Evaluate the performance of the employees annually and promote open lines of communication through coaching and motivation • Interpret and make decision on operations and visual standards based on store and client’s needs Employee development • Identify store training and development needs in conjunction with the Brand General Manager and training department • Formulate a succession plan, in conjunction with the Brand General Manager - Set KPI’s and KRA’s for direct subordinates and conduct performance appraisal and feedback • Involve in the selection and recruitment of the operational staff, when required • Ensure technical and behavioral proficiency of staff through appropriate Learning and Development initiatives Communication • Conduct regional sales and operations meetings on regular basis • Provide frequent feedback to the Area Managers and Store Managers on their performances, in relation to company's performance • Ensure brand participation in loyalty program ‘Club Apparel’ • Weekly meeting with GM and Sr. Management to discuss business plan V/s Achievements and improvement areas Stock Management • Monitor store inventory in consultation with Brand General Manager and Brand Managers • Promote a proactive relationship between GM, Area Manager, Brand Manager, Store Manager and the Buyers/Planners thereby maximizing sales • Monitor slow-moving and out-dated stock, in consultation with Brand Managers • Ensure stock security measures are effectively managed by Store Managers Store design and projects Management • Involve in the design and layout process of the new store projects • Design a "New Store Schedule' prior to commencement of design process • Provide guidance to concept Architect during the design and implementation process • Conduct regular Project update meetings with the Projects team • Provide guidance and support to territory during set-up and merchandising phase Miscellaneous • Ensure enhanced brand visibility and provide inputs for marketing and brand awareness • Handling legal responsibilities related to store management/store opening/planning Show more Show less