4+ years of retail management experience; store manager experience preferred.
Strong background in sales, customer service, merchandising, and inventory control.
Proven experience in staffing, coaching, and training.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Strong team collaboration abilities.
Proficient in POS systems and Microsoft Office.
Responsibilities
Cultivate exceptional consumer experiences that are engaging and personalized.
Translate the Carhartt story through effective visual merchandising and consumer experience initiatives.
Foster a positive team environment to enhance associate engagement.
Develop and coach associates using performance management tools for growth.
Analyze local market trends and operational data to inform strategies.
Execute revenue-building strategies to meet and exceed sales goals.
Collaborate with internal partners to ensure compliance with store standards and profitability.
Engage with the local community to enhance brand awareness through events and volunteer opportunities.
Implement proactive recruitment strategies to maintain staffing levels year-round.
Build a strong internal talent pipeline and succession paths.
Benefits
Opportunity for professional growth and development.
Engagement with local community initiatives.
Collaborative team environment.
On-site work setting with a focus on consumer connection.
National travel opportunities (up to 20%).
Tobacco-free workplace.
Full Job Description
Position Details
Position Location:
Department: D2C
Reports To: District Leader Job Classification: On-site FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: $75,700-$90,000 depending on experience
Associate Responsibilities
Cultivate an environment of genuine consumer connection by being highly focused on delivering exceptional consumer experiences that are engaging, efficient, and personalized. Bringing to life the ultimate retail consumer experience.
Responsible for translating the Carhartt story at the retail store level by executing on consumer experience program initiatives, Visual Merchandising and Visual Standards.
Lead Associate Engagement by fostering a positive, collaborative team environment where associates can bring their best to work each and every day.
Develop, train, coach and provide feedback to all leaders and associates utilizing appropriate performance and talent management tools, ensuring positive growth throughout their associate journey.
Analyze local market trends ensure all data relevant to operations is analyzed; including product information (mix, trends, needs) local competition, local wages, events, etc.
Analyze, develop and execute revenue building strategies to achieve and exceed, store sales goals, performance metrics and consumer expectations and adjust as needed.
Collaborate with key internal partners to lead timely and effective execution of store controls and operating standards (including policy and procedure administration) while assuming responsibility for the stores profitability and the team's safety.
Develop and foster external partnerships for the benefit of the store.
Engage with local community and encourage associates to bring forth ideas to continue to grow brand awareness through events and volunteer opportunities.
Develop and implement proactive recruitment strategies to ensure proper year-round staffing levels.
Ensure continuous use of talent identification processes to build a strong internal bench, maintain a network of great candidates, hire exceptional people, and create personalized succession paths.
Ownership of individual development and professional growth.
Required Education
Bachelor's or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
Required Skills & Experience
4+ years of retail management experience required - store manager experience preferred.
Sales, customer service, merchandising, inventory control, store budget preparation and loss prevention.
Experience in staffing, coaching, counseling, training and development.
Excellent organization, prioritization and communication skills.
Exceptional team and collaboration skills.
PC Skills: POS Systems and Microsoft Office
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Typical retail environment; store setting. Extended periods of time standing, typing on a computer is required.
Moderate Lifting (30-40 lbs)
Retail hours.
National travel required (up to 20%).
This position has an On-Site location: Associate will work on-site for all work-related activities.
Carhartt is a tobacco free workplace.
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About Carhartt, Inc.
Carhartt, Inc. is a leading American workwear manufacturer that was founded in 1889. The company produces a range of clothing items including jackets, coats, vests, shirts, pants, and other accessories. Carhartt, Inc. is headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan and has manufacturing facilities in the United States and Mexico. The company is known for its durable and high-quality products that are designed to withstand harsh working conditions. Carhartt, Inc. has a strong brand presence in the United States and is expanding its operations globally.
