Team Manager

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.   

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities. 

JOB PURPOSE

In this role, you will support the Store Manager in driving category performance, overseeing the sales team to ensure exceptional customer experiences. You will play a key role in achieving sales targets, providing real-time coaching, and upholding the Burberry Experience and Behaviours.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead sales associates to improve overall selling skills and close sales in order to achieve sales goals and KPIs
• Drive partnership on the selling floor between sales associates, specialists, stock and operations team
• Coach “in the moment” and after every transaction and client interaction, reach out to associates to talk through the successes and opportunities and ensure proper follow-through on follow up actions
• Working closely with the Store Manager to develop and retain talented employees, by recognising and rewarding performance through monthly development plans and annual performance reviews
• Lead the integration of new joiners to the business
• Lead by example by delivering the Burberry Experience to customers when necessary
• Partner with Store Manager and Training to take ownership of Burberry Experience training within the store. Use morning and weekly meetings to constantly reinforce key elements of the Burberry Experience through role-play, providing tips and talking through difficulties of individual associates.
• Hold a good understanding of the business and effectively communicate needs and ideas to bring the business to next level
• Possess a thorough understanding of company policies and procedures and consistently follow and enforce company guidelines on operations
• Create and maintain an open, positive and harmonious work environment

PERSONAL PROFILE

• Advanced knowledge of POS system
• Ability to handle complex customer service issues; (i.e. dissatisfied customers, complaints, returns, repairs & after-sales)
• Able to use a fluent and professional dialogue with clients and staffs
• Previous experience with Apple mobile devices and comfortable with the use of digital tools
• 1-2 years previous supervisory or management experience in retail sales

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

• Monthly Burberry Experience evaluation score
• Managing performance improvement and development of associates
• Improvement in every KPI within the retail scorecard

FOOTER

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.

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