Chico's FAS, Inc. is hiring: Store Manager (Polaris Fashion Place) - Soma in Col

Overview

Store Manager (Polaris Fashion Place) - Soma

Position posted recently. This role directs activities to achieve store goals including customer experience, talent management, financial objectives, operational controls, asset protection, safety, and merchandising presentation. It also fosters an inclusive culture that provides equitable opportunities and drives associate and customer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Understands, models, and ensures Associate commitment to Brand culture, policies and procedures and holds Associates accountable for their actions.
• Recruit, attract, select, hire, retain, and develop talent. Proactively fills positions with qualified talent; create and maintain a viable succession plan by developing internal bench strength.
• Partner with Design and Merchandising leaders through the Product Life Cycle (PLC) process and seasonal development related to looks.
• Lead merchandising activities resulting in healthy product turnover and gross margin.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Guarantee selling behaviors are consistent with Brand expectations through observation and coaching.
• Support in-store company-sponsored events, philanthropy, or other initiatives.
• Analyze reporting, identify opportunities, and create strategies to meet business needs and elevate the customer experience.
• Lead execution of visual merchandising updates and product placement within Brand guidelines; maintain visual standards defined by Brand.
• Articulate brand positioning and educate associates on lifestyle, concepts, and product knowledge.
• Manage controllable expenses through effective scheduling and financial discipline.
• Understand current market trends and articulate them using Brand interpretations in every customer interaction; adhere to Brand dress code guidelines.
• Lead and drive task execution with high productivity; ensure schedules support business peaks and associate availability.
• Ensure compliance with operational guidelines, health and safety protocols, Asset Protection policies, and applicable laws always.
• Value individuality and diverse talents of the team; lead by communicating expectations, providing guidance, delivering feedback, and empowering the team.

Qualifications

• High School Required; some college or bachelor’s degree preferred
• 18 years old or older
• 5+ years of Supervisory/Management experience in retail preferred with 2+ years in a Store Manager role
• Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain a full store team and hold individuals accountable for performance
• Proven ability to foster team commitment and create a positive, inclusive working environment
• Demonstrated ability to be a role model with customer focus as priority
• Strong organization, delegation, prioritization, and follow-up skills
• Knowledge of visual standards and ability to implement
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to forecast and analyze business trends, manage payroll expense, and deliver sales results
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Physical capability to perform duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds

Compensation and Schedule

Wage range: $50,340 to $60,410. Final wage determined based on qualifications.

Equal Opportunity

Chico’s FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.