Regional Manager, Central

Menswear & Womenswear•Houston, TX

About The Position

Our vision is to establish HUGO BOSS as the leading premium tech-driven fashion platform worldwide and to be one of the top 100 global brands. At HUGO BOSS, we work as a team to apply our knowledge, skills and experience together and create a diversity of ideas and solutions. What unites us? We love fashion, we change fashion! At HUGO BOSS, you have the opportunity to contribute your personality, ideas and creativity — because only when we break new ground together can we create something unique. Become part of our team of more than 17.000 employees worldwide and shape your future at HUGO BOSS! Regional Manager, Central HUGO BOSS Fashions, Inc. | Houston | United States | Full-time The Regional Manager- Central is charged with achieving success relating to the sales goals, loss control, P&L planning, and achievement of UPT goals in all of the Directly Operated Stores, Factory Outlet, Shops in SAKS and Macy's, within the Central area (TX, OK, AZ, CO, LA) . Strong interpersonal skills as well as business acumen and good judgment are all necessary characteristics of the job. They must have complete mastery of all Store operations by location and outstanding leadership skills along with inspiring interpersonal effectiveness to lead team, train talent and effect change. Along with a track record of building talent and the ability to balance the need of delivering a creative experience, and a profitable result . What you can expect: Responsibilities include, but not limited to the following: Leads the full line retail business through effective collaboration and partnering across key functions: Visual Merchandising, Training, Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, Retail Buying Team, Store Design and Retail Operations Frequent travel encompassing Store visits, audits of policies and standards, managing the maintenance of Store facilities and supervision of customer service standards Ability to develop and execute business strategies that are linked to successful business objectives, which demonstrates a strong return on investment that supports the organization’s ability to attract, develop and retain top talent Lead performance management and talent development initiatives in alignment with company objectives for all direct reports Manage Store teams towards acceptable Store Operations/Human Resources compliance to ensure that all Stores understand, administer, and interpret the Store Operations Guidelines/ HR policies and procedures accurately Ensure visual merchandising directives are implemented efficiently as per Global direction and visual standards Act as a liaison between stores, corporate partners, buyers, and visual director to ensure that merchandise assortments reflect the brand strategy and stock levels are appropriate to meet the needs of the business Drive Sales, Profitability and Gross Margin Growth Responsible to drive region sales and profit plans to budget through successful leadership, organizational plans, customer service, and outstanding execution of all field operations strategies, consistently across all Stores Ensure that each Store associate is trained and compliant with all basic inventory management/ movement/ receiving processes Consistently execute quality inventory practices with receiving, restocking, transfers, and managing inventory discrepancies Manage product inventory and merchandising standards compliant with company direction Recruitment/Hiring/Training and Retention of Top Talent Responsible for the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of Store teams throughout the Region Create, evaluate, and monitor talent pools on a continuous basis while constructing succession plans and growth development for the region as an operating unit Assist Store leaders in training, coaching and development, customer service standards, standard operating procedures, impeccable visual standards, and employee relations compliance in partnership with Human Resources and Senior Management Communication Responsible to communicate the company objectives consistently and effectively to all Store management teams through organized and scheduled conference calls and email communications Establish a process to ensure that Stores have accountability to expectations on a consistent and timely basis Conduct regular Store visits and communicate to ensure standards are maintained, expectations are being achieved and action plans are developed in order to move the business forward Touch base with each Store leader on a weekly basis to gain an understanding of all aspects of their business including merchandising, staffing, operations, etc. provide consistent follow-up and feedback Operations Oversee, control, and adjust payroll budget and weekly hours within region to ensure appropriate sales floor coverage by reviewing Stores schedule to meet the needs of the business Analyze and react to business trends regarding assortment, communicating sell-through, stock levels as opportunities to increase sales Ensure region adheres to all company policies and procedures as noted in Store Operating Manuals and all HR procedural documentations

Requirements

College degree in related field preferred
8+ years of multi-store and/or Flagship leadership experience in luxury retail environment
Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point
Extensive travel required; extreme flexibility and adaptability to work schedule needed
Passion and desire for excellence by exceeding goals successfully and consistently
Proven ability to develop and retain top talent
Proven ability to better business results year over year
Exceptional client service skills
Proven leadership and organizational skills and ability to engage and motivate teams
Strong business acumen; including retail math and P&L responsibility
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong work ethic: ability to problem solve
Must have an ability to plan and manage both the strategic and operational functions of the business

Responsibilities

Leads the full line retail business through effective collaboration and partnering across key functions: Visual Merchandising, Training, Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, Retail Buying Team, Store Design and Retail Operations
Frequent travel encompassing Store visits, audits of policies and standards, managing the maintenance of Store facilities and supervision of customer service standards
Ability to develop and execute business strategies that are linked to successful business objectives, which demonstrates a strong return on investment that supports the organization’s ability to attract, develop and retain top talent
Lead performance management and talent development initiatives in alignment with company objectives for all direct reports
Manage Store teams towards acceptable Store Operations/Human Resources compliance to ensure that all Stores understand, administer, and interpret the Store Operations Guidelines/ HR policies and procedures accurately
Ensure visual merchandising directives are implemented efficiently as per Global direction and visual standards
Act as a liaison between stores, corporate partners, buyers, and visual director to ensure that merchandise assortments reflect the brand strategy and stock levels are appropriate to meet the needs of the business
Drive Sales, Profitability and Gross Margin Growth
Responsible to drive region sales and profit plans to budget through successful leadership, organizational plans, customer service, and outstanding execution of all field operations strategies, consistently across all Stores
Ensure that each Store associate is trained and compliant with all basic inventory management/ movement/ receiving processes
Consistently execute quality inventory practices with receiving, restocking, transfers, and managing inventory discrepancies
Manage product inventory and merchandising standards compliant with company direction
Responsible for the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of Store teams throughout the Region
Create, evaluate, and monitor talent pools on a continuous basis while constructing succession plans and growth development for the region as an operating unit
Assist Store leaders in training, coaching and development, customer service standards, standard operating procedures, impeccable visual standards, and employee relations compliance in partnership with Human Resources and Senior Management
Responsible to communicate the company objectives consistently and effectively to all Store management teams through organized and scheduled conference calls and email communications
Establish a process to ensure that Stores have accountability to expectations on a consistent and timely basis
Conduct regular Store visits and communicate to ensure standards are maintained, expectations are being achieved and action plans are developed in order to move the business forward
Touch base with each Store leader on a weekly basis to gain an understanding of all aspects of their business including merchandising, staffing, operations, etc. provide consistent follow-up and feedback
Oversee, control, and adjust payroll budget and weekly hours within region to ensure appropriate sales floor coverage by reviewing Stores schedule to meet the needs of the business
Analyze and react to business trends regarding assortment, communicating sell-through, stock levels as opportunities to increase sales
Ensure region adheres to all company policies and procedures as noted in Store Operating Manuals and all HR procedural documentations

Benefits

Flexible Fridays
21 paid days off (pro-rated based on first year of employment) plus your Birthday off
Generous Employee Discount Program
Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits with Health Saving Account (HSA) option
401(K) with company match
Flex Spending Account (FSA)
Commuter Benefits (Pre-tax)
Voluntary Benefits and Critical Illness
Company sponsored Life and Disability benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounts for auto/home/pet insurance