Store Manager H/F - CDD 35H - Outlet Giverny

Diesel has long been a leading pioneer in denim and casual fashion, known for moving outside and ahead of trends in its industry. While retaining always its DNA, in recent years Diesel has evolved into the world of premium casual wear, becoming a true alternative to the established luxury market. Diesel is a truly worldwide organization. It is present in more than 80 countries with 5,000 points of sale, including more than 400 company owned stores.

Location: Giverny

The role, directly reporting into the Retail Manager of the area, will be responsible to drive the business in order to succeed the company’s goal trough the management of a wide team and all the commercial aspects. 

You

•   Will be part of a passionate team that believes creativity and fun rules the world. We challenge the ordinary in everything we do, stimulate proactivity and foster team spirit among our people;
•   Will be able to develop your skills and grow in a dynamic and innovative environment; 

•   Take action and ownership,sharing your store vision and being accountable for results, handling your team and clients with personal care and empathy and helping others develop their true potential;
•   Design and drive store strategy to achieve the best sales performance, by understanding client desires and playing an active role in supporting your team on the selling floor.

Key responsibilities

• Establish and implement regular action plans in cooperation with Retail Manager, to develop sales for each product category and clientele (both local and tourist) and to chieve financial objectives;
• Be aware of local trading environment and its impact on sales. Act as a brand ambassador to strengthen relationship with VIP clientele;
• Ensure adequate client and prospect databases;
• Support and manage omni-channel activities (in store pick-up, etc.) ensuring the full compliance with corporate standard and guidelines;
• Meet inventory accuracy, review merchandise assortment on a regular basis. Plan and act to optimize stock level and stock mix to reflect sales, buying trends and customer demands. Comply with stock protection and maintain loss reduction standards;
• Coach the growth and development of the team in providing excellent and specialized customer service. Evaluates staff performance and provides them with feedback;
• Develop meaningful and loyal client relationships through personal connections and CRM initiatives as well as to ensure the application of OTB standards (Selling Ceremony, Visual guidelines, Grooming standards, procedures etc.);
• Streamlines the workflow and creates staff shifts;
• Ensures stores are properly cleaned and maintained (windows, furniture, lighting, etc.). Establishes and maintains a safety management system of the store facility, stocks, equipment;
• Analyzes and reports on sales, competitors, regional and market trends and other variables. Plans and implements sales objectives on a daily and monthly basis;
• Sets up and maintains effective VMD based on the VMD guidelines.

Key requirements

• Bachelor degree or above;
• Previous Store Management experience, preferaby from a luxury brand;
• English knowledge is a must;
• Strong leadership skills, able to work autonomously and results driven, and excellent communication, interpersonal, coaching and feedback skills;
• Evidence in managing big teams;
• Passion for the Brand;
• Digital awareness and interest, with an ability to comfortably navigate e-commerce sites;
• Excellent communication, organizational skills with attention of detail and accuracy;
• Genuine interest and love for fashion and styling paired with excellent product knowledge;
• Extensive experience and ability to lead the delivery of a high level of customer service;
• Retail operations, budgeting, planning, customer service, leadership and sales experience required;
• Strong in building and maintaining relationships and able to work with different Departments.

We are looking for candidates with strong competencies in Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Financial Acumen, Innovation, Focus on Customer and Execution. We believe in Collaboration, Trust and Courage!

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Ready to Join the Tribe? 

Please send us your online application (cover letter, CV and references) with your earliest possible starting date via the application form or directly to marie_bonzom@diesel.com

Diesel supports workforce diversity. Our Tribe is an international and intercultural environment. We will evaluate all applications on the relative merits and matching with the position, regardless of colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, parental responsibilities, age, religion, or belief.

Discover us @ www.diesel.com. Diesel is part of the OTB Group. For all job opportunities within OTB Group visit www.otb.net/en/otb-career

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