Store Lead - Tanger San Marcos - Part Time

The Children's Place•San Marcos, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Store Lead supports the Store Leadership Team by completing cash-wrap operations, opening and closing procedures, and serving as Leader on Duty (LOD). The role represents the brand professionally, engages customers, maintains store standards, and supports teamwork and employee development. The Store Lead helps develop associates through training and in-the-moment coaching, partners with the Store Manager on performance concerns, provides timely feedback, and supports company training and development initiatives. As LOD, the Store Lead works to deliver an exceptional customer shopping experience and drive store profitability while leveraging payroll. The position also supports store operations, maintains a clean and organized stockroom, and helps ensure environmental standards and safety requirements are met.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–3 years of previous retail experience.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Excellent customer engagement skills.
Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to work in a team environment and give and receive performance-based feedback.
Willingness to embrace self-development.
Effective communication skills.
Adaptability and flexibility in response to changing priorities.
Excellent time management, planning, and organization skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to adapt to and learn internal applications.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, to meet business needs and the company’s PT/FT availability requirements.
Ability to maneuver on the sales floor and in the stockroom, climb a ladder, and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing talent by training associates and providing in-the-moment coaching.
Partner with the Store Manager to address associate performance concerns.
Support and participate in company training and development initiatives.
Foster a positive work environment and provide direct, objective feedback in a timely manner.
Assess performance and provide appropriate feedback daily and during the annual performance review process.
Motivate and inspire associates to build brand loyalty and create a positive environment for internal and external customers.
Model and encourage exceptional customer service on the sales floor and maintain store standards and brand integrity.
Represent the company in a professional and positive manner.
Support the management team in maximizing productivity through operational and product knowledge, customer service, and participation in key store initiatives.
Participate in the Leader on Duty program, delivering an exceptional shopping experience and driving store profitability while leveraging payroll.
Process payroll weekly.
Modify schedules based on business conditions.
Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient stockroom in accordance with company policies.
Ensure environmental standards and safety requirements are met.