Assistant Manager

at  French Connection

An exciting opportunity has arisen at French Connection are we are looking for an Assistant Manager in our Amsterdam Store, could that be you?

ABOUT US

We were founded in 1972 and set out with the aim to create design-led, fashionable clothing. Today, we design contemporary clothing, accessories and homeware – everything you need in one destination. Signature dresses, responsible denim and relaxed staples are what we do best, so expect compliments. We offer eco-conscious pieces and accessible, quality products that stand the test of time, giving you confidence to look and feel your best every day.
In more recent years we have also expanded our portfolio into new exciting areas including men’s and women’s toiletries, sunglasses and opticals, watches, footwear and a growing range of furniture and home accessories.
This is a permanent role working 35 hours per week. Shifts are over 5 days a week, and must be flexible.
The successful applicant will have comparable experience gained within a fast paced high street retailer, and will combine an outgoing personality with a genuine love of the French Connection brand.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY WILL BE:

• Achieve and exceed sales and profit budgets, whilst ensuring corporate and individual productivity goals for the team and store are met
• Continually train, coach and develop employees to ensure that they are able to carry out their role effectively, identifying and addressing any performance issues within the team
• Promote and deliver excellence in visual standards in-line with company guidelines and expectations, whilst maintaining the highest housekeeping standards
• Maintain maximum stock availability through effective use of replenishment, whilst regularly reviewing your stock profile and liaising directly with the merchandising team to ensure you have the correct stock packages
• Any other ad hoc duties related to store management as outlined in your Job Description

• Effectively assist with the overall operation of the store to ensure that store productivity, sales and profitability goals are achieved and exceeded
• Ensure that a premium level of customer service is being offered to each customer, and your team is adequately trained to deliver this
• Assist the Store Manager to control, manage and minimise all controllable costs efficiently (within planned budgets and targets)