Executive Team Leader Specialty Sales (Assistant Manager Merchandising and Service) - Treasure Coast | Palm Beach Market

Target•Port Saint Lucie, FL

1d•$64,000 - $128,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Team Leader Specialty Sales is responsible for driving total store sales and leading a team of consultants in departments such as Apparel & Accessories, Beauty, and Electronics. This role focuses on creating a guest-obsessed culture, managing merchandising and pricing workload, and developing team members to elevate their skills and expertise. The position involves understanding retail business fundamentals, competitor insights, and managing operational change to ensure product availability and an inspiring guest experience.

Requirements

4 year degree or equivalent experience
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Strong business acumen
Comfortable dealing with ambiguity
Manage conflict, lead and hold others accountable
Relate well with and interact with all levels of the organization
Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making, financial and quantitative analysis
Learn and adapt to current technology needs
Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues
Interpret instructions, reports and information
Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 15 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds
Accurately handle cash register operations
Climb up and down ladders
Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and regular attendance necessary

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of guest service fundamentals, experience building and managing a guest first culture on your team
Knowledge of retail business fundamentals including: department sales trends, inventory management, guest shopping patterns, pricing and promotions strategies
Experience setting and planning department(s) monthly/quarterly workload to support business priorities and managing a team to deliver on sales goals
Ability to manage multiple specialty businesses and balance team member expertise in each area to effectively manage teams in each department
Knowledge of competitors and ability to leverage insights that drive business objectives in each specialty department
Experience managing a team of hourly team members and leaders and creating business specific strategies and goals
Skills in recruiting, selecting and talent management of hourly team members and leaders

Responsibilities

Drive total store sales and understand the impact of departments and team on profitability.
Create a guest-obsessed culture and lead the team to prioritize guest experience and achieve sales goals.
Create and adjust schedules based on guest traffic and business needs.
Manage team to plan merchandising and pricing workload, including transitions, revisions, sales plans, sampling, and promotions.
Assess competition and leverage guest insights and feedback to drive business.
Build a team of knowledgeable and passionate consultants for Apparel & Accessories, Beauty, and Electronics.
Manage and develop a sales force using selling training techniques.
Lead backroom processes, organization, layout, and replenishment of the sales floor.
Lead the team to deliver inspiring visual moments in relevant areas.
Ensure fitting rooms are used as an extension of the sales floor.
Plan, lead, and follow up on organizational and operational change.
Anticipate and identify changes in store trends.
Anticipate staffing needs, talent plan, and recruit.
Develop and coach team members and Team Leaders.
Lead team onboarding, learning, and address product knowledge and skill gaps.
Establish a culture of accountability through clear expectations and performance management.
Provide service and a shopping experience that meets guest needs.
Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
Address store needs, including emergencies and regulatory visits.
Follow all safe and secure training and processes as a key carrier.