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Form of workRalph Lauren Corporation is a leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances. For almost 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets.
At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.
The Role
We are looking for an energetic, driven and hands on Store Manager to lead our successful Ralph Lauren Boutique in Canberra. As the Store Manager you will be responsible driving the people, sales and profit performance of your store, while looking for opportunities to further grow your business.
Responsibilities
- Directly responsible for sales and profit performance in assigned store, ensuring that sales and margin goals are met.
- Responsible for achieving store shrinkage goals and for the establishment and implementation of both new and existing loss prevention procedures.
- Establish and monitor all store standards and work with the Operations Manager and individual Department Supervisors to ensure successful implementation.
- Responsible for the recruitment, selection, supervision, and development of store staff to maximize sales and profit performance. Coach and mentor staff to achieve optimal results. Includes succession planning for current and future positions.
- Provide consistent feedback to buyers and planners to identify items and merchandise classifications of high sales and profit potential.
- Understands and places a high priority on providing input to both the Buying Divisions and the Visual Presentation team in regard to merchandise presentation and maintenance of an in-store environment, consistent with Ralph Lauren’s desired image and character.
- Directs the execution of Ralph Lauren’s promotional strategies and programs, assuring that they support Ralph Lauren’s sales, marketing, and profit objectives.
- Maintains a leadership role in community and charity events.
Skills and Experience
- Retail Management or similar industry experience in a complex, high-volume or high-profile specialty environment preferred
- Tertiary Degree in relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
- Strong business acumen and skill-set which enables the management and
development of staff. - Strong communication and inter-personal skills.
- Enthusiasm and ability to build and maintain an environment which projects a high level of taste and sophistication consistent with Ralph Lauren’s lifestyle philosophy.
Perks
- Be rewarded through generous remuneration, staff discount + commission structure
- Unique opportunity for a manager to further develop their skill set and grow within a world-class organization
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- In addition to statutory leave entitlements, enjoy additional paid leave benefits including paid parental leave (for primary & secondary caregivers), birthday leave, RL personal days & sabbatical leave program
- Thrive in a culture that champions inclusion, diversity, respect, individuality & possibility
- Ralph Lauren is certified as a Great Place to Work in Australia
Please note that you will be required to work a mixture of weekdays and weekends.
Ralph Lauren is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of our people. We value people of all nationalities, religions, age, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are strongly committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Ralph Lauren strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Ralph Lauren journey is one of constant movement, aspiration, evolution & innovation. Start your journey today!
