District Lead, West - RLS Stores
Ralph Lauren - New York City, NY
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Overview Drive business objectives for the assigned geographical area, by leading and enabling store management teams to successfully generate revenue and positive operating profit. Ensure a high standard of excellence through exceptional customer service and brand elevation, while driving productivity. This role requires luxury retail expertise, understanding of brand and store operational excellence, and talent development for all store level positions. The position will cover the assigned market territory of California. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Drive strategies toexceedcustomer expectation,drive financial success and increase profitabilityin stores of responsibility"‹Identifymarket opportunities withinDistrictand partner withHead of Stores and otherCorporatebusiness partners to influence and achieve sales and margin goals, develop operating budgets, andmonitorperformance. Work withBuying, Planning, AllocationandBrand Imageto elevate the brandproductexperience."‹Directand influencethe execution of Ralph Lauren's promotional strategies and programs forDistrict, assuring that they support Ralph Lauren's sales, marketing, and profitobjectives. Regularlyvisit competitiontomaintainan awareness of store performance issues and market trendsin assigned territory.Maintain a leadership role in Diversity and Inclusion groups, and community non-profit events"‹PeopleRecruit,develop, andretainhigh performing leaders across theDistrictEffectivelycoach, uphold accountabilityandmanage performance by providingregular feedback tostore leaders and in-store employees, addressingallopportunities.Support and empowerstore leadersto make decisions that align withourRalph Laurenbrand values and strategyEvaluate talent and manage succession planningwithin District; collaborate with peers andpeoplebusiness partners toestablishrecruitment strategies that deliver top talent and leverage strengths acrosstheDistrictand greaterRalph Lauren stores fleettoeliminateorganization risk andensurefuture financial success"‹ForecastDistrictstaffing needs and build a proactive recruitment strategyChampion innovation and change,creating a psychologically safeenvironment that fosters a continuous growth and improvement mindset"‹Regularlyseekfeedbackand actively engage in opportunitiesfor continuous self-development."‹Store Performance"‹Directly responsiblefor sales and profit performance in assignedDistrict.Proactively drive key performance indicators to deliver financial and operational excellence."‹Cascade brand direction and visiontostoreleadershipin a clear and motivational manner."‹Cultivate an environment focused on the delivery of exceptional customer service and the achievement of sales goals through theSelling and Service model."‹Monitor and adhere to theDistrict'soperational budgets."‹Ensure a culture of shrink awareness across all stores. Oversee store shrink goals and influence the establishment and implementation of both new and existing loss prevention procedures."‹Effectively implement new Company policies, procedures, and programs within theDistrict.Own census management forDistrictandmonitorstore schedulingtrends withstore leadershipto ensureovertime adherence andoptimization of ply withall legal requirements and promote a safe and clean store environment"‹Business Strategy"‹Create a clear, achievable, and inspirational strategy for theDistrictthat can be achieved throughpeople andachieved throughpeople andproducttakingeffectivecorporatepartnershipsanddemonstratingflexibility, problem solving, action and accountability."‹Support and works withHead of Retail Storesonoverarching strategytoaddressbusiness opportunities, enhancing overallDistrictperformance."‹"‹#LI-MR1"‹ Experience, Skills & Knowledge "‹"‹"‹Strong business acumen and skillset which enables the management and staff to drive business goals."‹Ability to guide individuals toward goal achievement using inspiration, negotiation, teamwork/collaboration,motivation,and talent/leadership development skills, including the ability to lead dynamic teams."‹Outstanding and flexible verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and the public."‹Technologically savvy and proficientwithMicrosoft Office programs. Has an aptitude to learn and embrace new systems solutions."‹Mustpossessexceptional leadership skills with the ability to train and lead others and hold them accountable for results.Must be able to travel up to 70% of the time."‹"‹"‹"‹InspirationalLeadershipOutstanding CommunicationDecision Maker"‹ActionOrientedResults DriverStrong Influencerwitha high levelof flexibilityChampions development and growth of talent"‹"‹#LI-MR1 Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws.
Created: 2024-09-07