Toys"R"Us Store Manager

Go! Stores•Auburn Hills, MI

1d•$25

About The Position

Toys“R”Us is a beloved brand known all around the world—and we know how to have fun! For over 70 years we've been the toy authority and ambassadors of all things play. Our new vision looks beyond traditional retail for a re-imagined, immersive experience for kids of all ages. We've got a whole new way to play, and we can't wait to share it with you! A Career with Toys“R”Us We're looking beyond traditional retail, stretching beyond our roots and paving the way for a whole new way to play - and we need creative minds to make it all possible! Roles are performance focused. Our team strives for success through trust, collaboration and empowerment. We are inspired by learning, listening and sharing. Oh, and of course, we LOVE to play and you must as well! Store Manager We are seeking a highly-motivated individual who genuinely loves working with people to be the Store Manager and leader of the team at our Toys“R”Us Flagship at Tanger San Marcos. The Store Manager must embody what Toys“R”Us stands for and our Pillars of Play, and must be committed to providing a positive, memorable, and fun experience for all Customers and Associates. In addition to being responsible for the effective planning and execution of daily operations, team development and sales target achievement, the Store Manager will operate as a conduit between Customers and multiple Home Office functions, including but not limited to Merchandising, Promotions, Events, Training and Finance. Toys“R”Us Pillars of Play S.T.E.A.M. Building Creative/Arts Language Mathematics Music Physical Movement Pretend Problem Solving Robotics/Coding Sensory Play Social/Emotional

Requirements

BA, BS or Associate’s degree required
Self-motivated, accountable, responsible and open to feedback
Proven successful experience as a retail store manager with sales focus
A solution-oriented leader with a sense of innovation and curiosity
Knowledge in retail operations, sales, customer service, merchandising, inventory control, store budget preparation and loss prevention is preferred
Proficient computer skills ex.: Microsoft office. POS experience preferred
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including but not limited to holidays, nights, and weekends
Ability to manage a sales floor by delegating tasks effectively, ensuring the sales floor remains appropriately stocked and visually merchandised stocked, Associates are Customer-focused and store atmosphere is reflective of Toys“R”Us
Attention to detail
Self-motivated, passionate about the work, lead with optimism and a solution-oriented mindset

Nice To Haves

Preferred professional experience – minimum 2 years in at least one of the below:
Retail, Hospitality or Event execution management
Primary or Secondary Education Teaching
Experience in behavioral coaching, conflict management, training and development is a plus

Responsibilities

Creating an Animated, Appealing Environment Inspire and motivate team by illustrating a clear vision of the Customer experience and the teamwork required to deliver that experience
Embrace new products with a positive attitude and develop a store culture of excitement, enthusiasm and knowledge of our products
Coach team members in anticipating customer needs, encouraging purchase and in creating a store atmosphere that is fun!
Cultivate a strong partnership with the visual merchandising team and flawless execute merchandising standards and marketing strategies
Building a Customer-centric Team Recruit, hire, train and retain an Associate team capable of delivering sales targets while maintaining a cheerful, stimulating environment
Provide and communicate clear expectations of Toys“R”Us standards including but not limited to the Customer experience, Visual Merchandising and Operational execution
Providing Leadership Develop a store culture of continuous growth and accountability and encourage personal development by:
Holding Associates accountable for demonstrating Customer-centric selling behaviors and for individual sales contributions / total store performance
Delivering training and constructive feedback in timely manner
Delivering mid-year and annual reviews for all employees, discussing strengths and opportunities
Build team morale by celebrating successes
Planning & Analyzing the Business Establish strategic plans to generate sales and drive increases in KPIs
Analyze KPIs to make real-time business decisions
Ability to establish in-store Event micro-goals and – in partnership with Home Office – assess sales and traffic impact and ROI of Events
Quantitatively link the consistent delivery of the Customer experience to the achievement of sales goals
Teaching what you know and Sharing what you learn Ensure your team has all the information they need to create a captivating in-store experience that will result in sales in-the-moment as well as in the future:
Product knowledge
Selling skills
Engagement methods
Clearly and concisely share learnings with Home Office partners, always communicating with a solution-oriented mindset:
Customer insights regarding product assortment
Constructive feedback regarding in-store Events and/or visual merchandising/product presentation
Running a Safe, Profitable and Entertaining Store Ensure all Associates remain updated on company policies and store promotions and are competent in maximizing resources to improve Customer and Associate experiences
Evaluate stores sales, staffing and payroll budgets and ensure day-to-day operations and schedules align to meet business needs and deliver the Toys“R”Us Customer experience
Consistently aim to protect company assets through:
Loss Prevention training and maintaining Loss Prevention protocols
Maintain safety standards
Following company policies
Managing store supply inventory