EXPRESS Hiring for Store Manager – Express Factory Outlet – Outlets of Des Moines at Altoona, Iowa Full Time

‘Express is a modern, versatile, dual-gender apparel and accessories brand that helps people get dressed for every day and any occasion. Launched in 1980 with the idea that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express has always been a brand of the now, offering some of the most important and enduring fashion trends. Express aims to create confidence and inspire self-expression through a design and merchandising view that brings forward the best of now for real-life versatility.’

In 2020, we launched a bold new strategy called the EXPRESSway Forward and our transformation is well underway. If you’re interested in the world of fashion retail and are ready to make your mark and cultivate your career, reach out and let’s talk. www.express.com

The Store Manager manages retail store operations and supervises approximately two to seven Co-Sales Managers and full time/part time associates. Must possess the ability to:

BUILD TALENT

-Attract, hire, develop, inspire, and retain top talent

-Coach, develop and maximize the success of all Associates

-Maximize sales potential by coaching Associate behaviors on the sales floor and in the back room (Maximize Customer Sales Lead (CSL))

-Build a team that works well based on the needs of the Store

-Recruit, hire and staff

-Ensure training of the Associate team

-Succession planning and retain top talent

BUILD CAPABILITY

-Analyze the business and create/communicate clear action plans that optimize results and ensure effective execution of all operational activities

-Analyze business and create action plans

-Ensure team communication

-Direct workforce management

-Direct merchandise flow

-Direct omni channel operations

-Manage controllable expenses

-Maintain policies and procedures

-Loss prevention/safety

BUILD THE BRAND

-Build a Store environment that is sharply focused on consistently delivering exceptional, positive in-Store customer experience

-Lead consistent focus on delivering an intimate customer experience

-Ensure implementation of company selling strategies

-Establish customer satisfaction

-Ensure visual standards and a positive in-Store experience

Additional Requirements:

-Three to five years previous store management experience including responsibility for annual sales volume of $3 million plus

-Proven ability to increase sales and store profitability

-Proven ability to network, recruit, interview, train, develop and promote associates

-Ability to travel periodically, as needed for meetings

-Ability to move medium to large items weighing up to 50 pounds

As an equal opportunity employer, Express does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected class. Express only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.

Notification to Agencies: Please note that Express does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Express will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

Requisition ID: 2021-12479

Street: Express Fashion Operations LLC