General Manager, Pottery Barn Kids Raleigh/Durham

Williams-Sonoma

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. About the Team Our mission is to enhance the quality of our customers’ lives at home. We put the customer at the center of everything we do, every day. Our corporate values that guide our actions and decisions are our People First culture, customers, quality, shareholders, integrity, and corporate responsibility. Overview of the General Manager role You will hire great people and develop associates for future growth. You will provide leadership to achieve or exceed budgeted sales, payroll, and controllable expense goals. You will effectively manage store operations, maintain appropriate inventory levels, and maintain visual merchandising standards. You will ensure that all internal and external customers receive exemplary customer service and have a positive store/brand experience. You will ensure that sales associates build relationships with customers.

Requirements

Proven ability to manage staff to exceed sales goals, while meeting payroll goals
Proven to identify top talent, create teams, and train/develop/retain great people
Proven ability to think through complex issues, and allocate time to execute multiple tasks and changing priorities
Proven ability to motivate and influence others through personal actions and examples
Effective communication, organization and leadership skills
4 + years management experience in specialty retail and/or multi-unit retail business environment
Must be able to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift and mobilize medium to large items, up to 75 lbs., while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques
Employment/promotion to this role will be contingent on successful completion of a background check
Full time associates are expected to have open availability to meet the needs of the business. Part-Time Flex associates must be available to work a minimum of two regularly scheduled shifts on the weekend (Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday) and one during the week (Monday to Thursday). Associates must be available for annual inventory and entire holiday season (November and December) Example: Weekend availability cannot fall on the same day; an associate must be available on two separate days (Friday and Saturday, Friday and Sunday or Saturday and Sunday). If preferred, an associate can also choose to have all three shifts of availability on the weekend (Friday to Sunday) and none during the week (Monday to Thursday)

Responsibilities

Ensure store meets or exceeds sales and contest goals and meet payroll goals based on current trends
Prioritize, plan, and adjust schedules and daily agendas to meet business goals; hold team accountable to achieving goals
Train and motivate all associates through on-going programs in sales, customer service, and product knowledge
Assess performance and provide on-going feedback
Complete and deliver performance appraisals and development plans
Ensure team provides an exceptional customer experience in the store to achieve world-class service standards
Maintain presence through effective floor management and ensure staff coverage in all areas of the store as needed
Create and maintain an environment where all associates are treated fairly and with dignity and respect, in accordance with our “People First” philosophy
Work with District Managers and peers to develop best practices in store management

Benefits

A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands
A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
Paid vacations and holidays
Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
Individual development plans and career pathing conversations
Annual performance appraisals
Cross-brand and cross-functional career opportunities
Online learning opportunities through brand specific resources and WSI University
Leadership development opportunities