About Us:
Salomon was born in 1947 in the heart of the French Alps and the birthplace of modern alpinism. At Salomon, we're all about pushing boundaries and living life to the fullest. As a leading outdoor sports brand, we design performance-driven gear that empowers adventurers around the world. With a new store opening in Highpoint, we're on the hunt for a passionate and dynamic Store Manager to lead our team and create an exceptional retail experience.
About The Opportunity:
As our Highpoint Store Manager, you'll be the heart and soul of our new store, driving sales, connecting with customers, and building a vibrant team culture. Your leadership will be key in ensuring our store's success and embodying the spirit of Salomon.
What You'll Do:
* Lead and Inspire: Motivate your team to smash sales targets and deliver amazing customer service.
* Own the Floor: Oversee everything from inventory to visual merchandising, making sure our store looks top-notch and runs smoothly.
* Drive Success: Develop and implement strategies to boost foot traffic, sales, and customer loyalty.
* Build a Dream Team: Recruit, train, and develop your staff, fostering a positive and high-energy environment.
* Run the Show: Manage and support the operations of opening a new store, including various projects to ensure a seamless launch.
* Analyse and Optimize: Keep an eye on the numbers, manage the budget, and prepare regular performance reports.
* Stay True to the Brand: Ensure compliance with company policies and health & safety standards, while embodying the Salomon spirit in everything you do.
About You:
* Proven experience as a Store Manager or similar leadership role in retail.
* A strong track record of hitting sales targets and driving store performance.
* Stellar communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with customers and team members.
* A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
* Passion for outdoor sports and a deep understanding of the Salomon brand and products.
* Data-driven decision-making skills with the ability to turn insights into action.
* Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and public holidays.
What We Offer:
* Kick start with Salomon gear provided.
* A generous team discount, not only with Salomon, but other affiliated brands with Amer Sports.
* Competitive salary and a great bonus scheme.
* Parental Leave Top Up Program to support all future parents.
* Access to an Employee Assistant Program to support your health & wellbeing.
* Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
* Be part of a global business with great career pathways and opportunities across multiple brands.
Equal Opportunity:
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you