Store Manager at Knix

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Apr, 26

Salary

65000.0

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Retail Management, Team Leadership, Customer Experience, Sales Strategy, Event Planning, Inventory Management, Coaching, Community Engagement, Problem Solving, Decision Making, KPI Understanding, Operational Excellence, Visual Merchandising, Training and Development, Communication, Entrepreneurial Mindset

Industry

Retail Apparel and Fashion

Description

Knix is an award-winning intimate apparel and activewear brand that is re-inventing intimates for real life. Through our innovative products and our engaged community, we are empowering people everywhere to be unapologetically free. Launched in 2013, we are one of the fastest-growing intimate apparel brands in North America and are globally recognized as an innovator within the apparel space. We reach over 3 million customers through our online stores, Knix retail locations across North America and channels such as wholesale and Amazon. We are revolutionizing the apparel industry with our best-in-class customer experience, innovative products and brands Knix and Kt by Knix. Come join us if you are looking for a purpose-driven and authentic career! Knix is opening at Conestoga Mall! The Store Manager will lead, and develop a team of Assistant Manager, Leads, and Associates who together create an inclusive environment for customers to explore the Knix product line in-store while driving business results. Actively listening to client needs and preferences, you lead your team in delivering an exceptional customer experience from the moment our guests enter the store. You are passionate about coaching and developing a team across all areas of the business and have experience in eventing to further build a sense of community, engage new customers, and continue to drive results. Ultimately you are a people-first leader who can empower a high-performing team to continuously exceed targets and create a world-class customer experience. Full-time Permanent Knix Store Location: 550 King St N, Waterloo, ON N2L 5W6 \n What's in it for you (Benefits and Perks) Competitive Pay - Base Salary plus Monthly Bonus, with performance based pay increases. Health - Health benefits program that starts on your first day, and access to a mental health & wellness platform that offers therapy and coaching sessions Family - A Parental Leave Top-Up Program up to 80% of your salary Savings and Retirement: Company GRSP Program that matches up to (3%) of your pay Work Environment- A one-of-a-kind culture that is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all our team members can bring their whole selves to work Product Discount- Generous employee discounts that offer up to 50% on your favourite Knix products Career Advancement- Monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual awards and recognition and the opportunity to advance in your career - We are growing FAST About You You have a pulse on what Knix customers want and know how to attract, engage, and delight them throughout the client experience. You thrive in a dynamic environment and have the ability to think on your feet. You understand what we all experience in fitting rooms and are a natural at making others feel comfortable. You have business acumen to support critical thinking, a bias for action when decision-making, and an entrepreneurial mindset when problem-solving. You’re a people-first leader who empowers + engages their team to drive business results. You’re passionate about our customers and inspired by Knix and our mission. The Opportunity Proactively drive and increase sales volume through listening to guest’s needs and through a solid understanding of Knix’s suite of products. Coach and provide feedback to associates on maximizing sales while balancing service. Strong understanding of KPI’s, what they are and how to influence them as well as pivoting when required based on business needs. Review and communicate the daily, weekly and quarterly store sales targets. Maintain operational excellence by training the team on cycle counting + inventory management best practices to ensure accuracy of product counts, timely receipt of shipment, and loss prevention. Ensure team members maintain the visual standards of the store at all times to create a world-class shopping experience. Support the Marketing initiatives with on-the-ground execution of logistics for special events through the use of marketing collateral Support with the openings and operations of future stores and pop-ups for Knix, which may include but is not limited to onboarding and training of staff, initial store set-up from an operational and merchandising perspective, and event execution. Creating a memorable employee experience through orientation, onboarding, and ongoing training + development. Qualifications Previous experience in a retail management role leading a similar size team and/or store volume. Ability to lead your team to drive business results and deliver excellence in the customer experience. Proven experience recruiting, developing, and retaining a high performing team who consistently meet and exceed store KPIs. The ability to problem solve and exercise appropriate decision-making to produce optimal results. Experience planning + executing community events both in-store and out-of-store is an asset. Open availability to ensure business needs are met including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Eligibility Requirements Must have the necessary work authorization to be legally employed in Canada and be 18 years of age or older Ability to lift and handle packages weighing up to 25 lbs Ability to move efficiently through the store for long periods of time and as needed for an entire shift. Salary Starting salary: $65,000 per year \n AI Disclosure Statement We want to share that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications. While technology helps us stay organized, every hiring decision at Knix is made by real people who care about finding the best addition to our team. We use these tools to support our process, not to replace the human connection that makes our culture special. How we Hire Our people are what make Knix, Knix! Our people are passionate and have a strong belief in our mission. Our people are naturally curious and ambitious by nature. Employees feel respected and supported at Knix. We take an inclusive and equitable approach offering the same interview experience to every candidate we meet with. Knix is an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate everyone and their intersecting identities. We know and believe that diverse and inclusive teams empower us to make better decisions and inspire innovation so that we can better serve our customers and community. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out! We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

Responsibilities

The Store Manager will lead and develop a team to create an inclusive environment for customers while driving business results. They will coach the team to deliver exceptional customer experiences and support marketing initiatives.