ABOUT VILEBREQUIN Founded in St. Tropez in 1971, Vilebrequin is an established leader in luxury beachwear. Today, the brand has a global presence in 70 countries with 184 stores and over 650 branded corners in leading department stores. Season after season, Vilebrequin promises elegance on vacation, passing on a lasting idea of casual charm, from father to son and mother to daughter. The brand has mastered the art of tailoring swimwear, using expert craftsmanship and bold designs, all with one goal in mind: to make summer last all year long.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY Your opportunity to join a dynamic team where every day feels like a holiday awaits! Vilebrequin is looking for a passionate and people-focused Assistant Store Manager to join its store leadership team. The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager with sales generation, operations, and HR functions of the store to ensure maximum profitability and compliance with company procedures. As an Assistant Store Manager, you will partner with the Store Manager in leading the store and developing, mentoring, and motivating the staff to provide a superior level of customer service that will drive sales productivity and results. This position is onsite at the specified location and will report to the Store Manager.
YOUR IMPACT Business Leader
Demonstrate role responsibility through strong business acumen by leveraging KPI’s to develop and support business driving strategies
Assist store leader in leading the selling strategy by ensuring team demonstrates expert knowledge of the product to clients
Strive to achieve store sales goals
Maintain adequate sales floor supervision
Monitor adherence to all corporate customer service policies
Elevate the Shopping Experience
Consistently achieve personal and store sales goals; serves clients according to the standard of Vilebrequin’s selling ceremony.
Incorporate the WAVE sales approach in every sale through identifying customer needs, offering personalized solutions, and building lasting relationships.
Deliver luxury clienteling to provide the best customer experience, both in-store and digitally.
Study and communicate collection details while assisting clients.
Ensure the customer wish list is always current with customers being notified when product arrives.
Exceed individual Key Performance Indicator (KPI) targets: ADS, UPT, Email Capture, Name Attachment Rate, Women’s Sales, and Top to Bottom by delivering top-tier customer service
Adhere to all corporate customer service policies.
Demonstrate effective communication with customers, coworkers, and managers.
Lead by example and positively influence others
People Leader
Exhibit enthusiasm and entrepreneurial spirit to create a positive work environment
Support store leader efforts to recruit, train, and develop team, ensuring all roles are filled in a timely manner with top talent
Enforce all store policies and procedures
Monitor compliance with company dress code
Monitor schedule adherence and punctuality
Utilize company performance tools to evaluate each associate and provide constant feedback to drive individual growth and improvement in partnership with store manager
Operational Excellence Leader
Perform opening and closing procedures
Maintain company’s merchandising standards
Maintain standards of cleanliness and organization
Enforce company’s loss prevention procedures
Support store operations including, but not limited to, processing deliveries and transfers in a timely manner, merchandising goods on the sales floor and maintaining visual standards.
Execute correct POS processes including proper cash handling and opening/closing the registers.
Adhere to all operational policies and procedures.
Adhere to procedures for receiving stock and shipments
Assist in the inventory and maintenance of inventory records.
Monitor supply levels and submit store supply requests
Safeguard company property, including key holding.
Maintain standards of cleanliness and organization.
Responsible for opening and closing the store.
KEYS FOR SUCCESS
Education:
High School Diploma/Equivalency Required
1-2 years of store leadership experience, preferably with luxury brands
3+ years of experience in the luxury retail space
Competencies:
Knowledge of retail management best practices
Track record of achieving results
History of building, leading, motivating, and coaching teams
Results-Driven: proven ability to understand and drive store profitability through service
Customer Focused: demonstrate strong customer service skills both on and off sales floor
Strong leadership critical thinking and problem solving skills
Passion for luxury product with an appreciation for design
Entrepreneurial spirit
Solution-oriented
A professional, welcoming character and presentation
Ability to generate customer delight
Client-oriented with an excellent sense of service quality (go the extra mile spirit)
Excellent communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Team-oriented; “win-together” mentality
Ability to work autonomously
Strong problem-solving skills
Displays strong organizational skills and follow-through
Technologically savvy
Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, which includes mornings/ evenings, weekends, and holidays
Languages: Foreign Languages a plus
Essential Physical Requirements
Lift and/or move up to approximately 50 pounds frequently
Bending/stooping/kneelingrequired-frequently
Climbing ladders – occasionally
Routine standing for duration of shift (up to 8 hours)
BENEFITS JUST FOR YOU
We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to our valued associates. Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:
A generous employee discount
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Paid vacations (16 days a year) and holidays
A 401k plan with an employer contribution
Weekly Sales Bonus Structure
Tax-free commuter benefits
Employee referral program
OUR COMMITMENT
The compensation for this position ranges from $22-$24 hourly + a weekly sales bonus structure. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidates’ relevant skills and experience.
Vilebrequin is an equal opportunity employer. We want to offer an inclusive environment of mutual respect where we welcome diversity and all our employees feel included, developed, and heard. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
DISCLAIMER
This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the employer. Note: This document serves only as a sample of job duties and responsibilities and does not include an exhaustive list of all performance requirements.