AS Kids Leader

AS Kids LeaderThe AS Kids Leader's goal is to make a difference in people's lives. They will lead and direct all activities required to achieve all store goals, including best of class guest service, sales objectives, human resources management, payroll and operating expenses, loss prevention, and merchandising presentation while driving both associate and guest engagement.PeopleAbility to recruit, select and develop associates and hold individuals accountable for performanceAbility to function as a role model, ensuring that the guest remains the top priorityAbility to organize, delegate, prioritize, meet deadlines, and follow-up on all store activitiesProven ability to respectfully challenge and motivate the teamCreate a family environment, drive volume and anticipate guest needsAchieves excellent guest service by role-modeling company service standardsAdheres to Human Resources standardsAssesses associates consistently; reviews and communicates associate performance and deliverablesProactively provides timely feedback to associates, rewarding and recognizing achievement to drive retentionHolds self and associates accountable for achievement of financial results and metric goalsManages conflict and coaches by applying company's recommended processes, standards and guidelinesEmpowers and involves associates in decision-making processesReceives feedback and fosters dialog around solutionsDevelops associates through an individualized approach by matching talent with tasks and appropriately delegating and challengingFosters team commitment through support, relationship building, and recognizing individual contributionsLeads by managing through change and adversityProcessDevelops business strategy and maximizes opportunities to generate additional store volumeAbility to forecast and analyze business trends and manage payroll expense in order to maximize store performanceAchieves quantifiable performance goals (net sales, DPT, UPT, payroll, shortage)Ability to control payroll expenses through effective and efficient staffingAnalyzes business reports regularly to identify problems and/or areas of opportunityDirects guest service efforts that are consistent with Altar'd State standards; coaches associates on guest interactions to increase transactions and capture guest opportunitiesDevelops team to accomplish store's business objectives through recruitment, selection, coaching, investment, retention and motivationEnsures attainment of sales, payroll and inventory shortage goalsUnderstands and is accountable for control of income and expense categories as relates to company's profit and loss statementsDirects merchandise presentation, restocking and recovery to maximize productivityUnderstands the AS Kids culture and ensures compliance with AS Kids's values, practices and operational standardsCommunicates effectively with executive teamMust be able to lift and carry heavy boxes (up to 30 lbs.)PresentationUtilizes and manages the use of weekly reporting to track, analyze and communicate progress towards goalsDemonstrates knowledge of visual standards and techniques, and ability to implement and substitute within company guidelinesUnderstands and can clearly articulate the Company's brand positioning, including the uniqueness of concept, current marketing and promotional initiatives, outreach events, in-store events and ministriesOperates with the highest levels of personal integrity and business confidentialityRepresents the brand by adhering to appropriate standards of dress and groomingMaintains clean store environmentQualifications2+ years of management experience in the retail or hospitality industryPhysical ability to perform tasks, which could require prolonged standing, sitting, reaching, kneeling and / or squatting frequently. May be required to occasionally climb ladders, climb and descend stairs frequently, depending on location. Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds regularly without assistanceStand Out For Good, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.We are proud to share that our associates have made us one of Fortune's Best Companies to Work For! Recently, our team has received the following recognition:#73 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For 2023#4 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail 2022#93 in Best Workplaces for Millennials 2023#34 in Fortune Best Workplaces for Women 2022