Assistant Store Manager I

kate spade new york•Hanover, MD

12d•$19 - $38

About The Position

As an Assistant Store Manager at Coach, you partner with the Store Manager to drive sales performance, operational excellence, and team development. You lead by example on the sales floor, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and uphold Coach service standards. The role requires adapting across responsibilities and implementing strategies that support the success of the brand and your career growth. This position supports sales planning and KPI performance, customer service, talent development, omni-channel and digital engagement, store operations, and collaboration with store, district, and corporate leadership. The listed duties are examples and are not an exhaustive list of performance requirements.

Requirements

At least 1 year of leadership experience in retail or service industries; a combination of education and experience will be considered.
Strong customer focus and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Proven ability to inspire and motivate teams to exceed performance standards.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and retail systems; knowledge of omni-channel services and clienteling strategies.
Strong English language proficiency (for EU).
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet business needs, including nights, weekends, peak busy season, and high-traffic retail days, including public holidays.
Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally, and to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver around the sales floor and stockroom.

Nice To Haves

Luxury or fashion background.

Responsibilities

Support the Store Manager in achieving sales goals through forecasting, planning, and implementation of category initiatives; monitor KPIs and adjust strategies as needed.
Create an inclusive, high-energy environment that meets Coach Service standards, resolve customer issues promptly, and represent the brand in-store and in the community.
Recruit, onboard, and coach team members; foster a collaborative culture and build a talent pipeline aligned with the brand vision.
Support virtual shopping, clienteling, and customer data acquisition; use social media trends to enhance the customer experience.
Oversee compliance with policies, scheduling, payroll, HR processes, loss prevention, and visual merchandising standards; maintain store safety and vendor relationships.
Partner with leadership to interpret market trends, shape store strategies, and share insights with district and corporate teams to support cross-functional projects.