Store Manager

Brief Description

Store Manager Opportunity

Join the team. Drive Sales. Be the Most You!

At Claire’s, we’re all about self-expression, creativity, and bringing the latest trends to life for our customers. If you thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, love engaging with customers, and have a passion for driving sales, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

• Sales and Profit: Infuse your passion for Claire's products into achieving retail store targets, fostering growth, and spreading the joy of self-expression; Implementing strategies and promotions to drive traffic and increase sales.
• Memorable Shopping Experiences: Infuse every customer's interaction with Claire's positivity and inclusivity. Shopping at Claire’s is about finding pieces that reflect their unique personality and celebrating who they are.
• Piercing Excellence: Join the ranks of our piercing experts through comprehensive training. Become a trusted guide for customers - conducting piercings, educating on aftercare, maintaining a sterile environment, addressing questions and concerns throughout the process.
• Store Operations: Keep the heartbeat of our store strong by overseeing operations with efficiency and flair. From managing inventory and handling cash transactions to visual merchandising and coordinating promotional activities. You ensure that every aspect of store operations reflects the fun and joy that defines Claire's.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, manage, and provide direction and development to your team. Foster a culture of collaboration, motivation, and accountability to drive results and ensure team members are continually challenged and achieving their full potential.
• Brand Representation: Showcase Claire's products and services with enthusiasm and offer fashion-related tips and advice. Ensure your store is well-merchandised reflecting the latest trends and maximizing sales opportunities.

About You

• Sales-Driven Mindset: You thrive on meeting and exceeding sales targets, always looking for ways to maximize opportunities.
• Customer-Centric Approach: You’re passionate about providing exceptional service and creating memorable shopping experiences.
• Retail & Leadership Experience: At least one year of retail management experience preferred, with a proven ability to drive sales and support team success.
• Confidence in Piercing Services: Willingness to become a trained piercing specialist and provide expert guidance to customers.
• Strong Communication & Selling Skills: You know how to engage customers, build relationships, and close the sale.
• Ability to Work Independently: You’re self-motivated, organized, and can take charge when needed.

Job Requirements

• You can conduct piercings and demonstrate patience and empathy, particularly with young or anxious customers.
• You are proficient in operating a POS system to facilitate transactions and manage sales efficiently, contributing to smooth store operations.
• You hold a high school diploma or equivalent and have 1-2 years of retail management experience.
• You can stand during scheduled shifts and maneuver 11-35kg (25-75lbs).
• You can bend, stoop, extended reaching, and climb ladders or step stools while placing merchandise throughout the store and assisting customers.
• You are passionate about providing our customers with opportunities to express themselves freely every day.
• You are energized by interacting with customers and stive to provide excellent service throughout their visit.
• You are inspired by our values of teamwork, compassion, integrity, customer delight, diversity, and self-expression.
• You have strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with customers, employees, and management.
• You possess a strong grasp of mathematics, essential for tasks such as inventory management, sales analysis, and cash handling.
• You are a driven team leader with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• You’re self-motivated and organized, as some of our stores may require you to work alone at times.
• You show a passion for fashion and stay up to date with the latest trends, which can contribute to enhancing the customer experience and driving sales.
• You can create a curated fashion look with product during your shift.

Perks And Benefits

• Full-Time employees will be eligible for benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance)
• Generous employee discount on Claire's products
• Opportunities for advancement and career development
• Fun and inclusive work environment with supportive teammates

Candidate Journey

Upon submitting your application, you can expect an update within 5 days. If the hiring manager wants to proceed with your application, the process will involve a face-to-face interview in one of our stores. This will provide you with the opportunity to showcase your passion for customer service, teamwork, and self-expression, while also giving us a chance to get to know you better.

Summary

Claire’s is committed to adhering to all applicable company policies and federal, state, and local laws and regulations. All positions will be compensated at or above the legally mandated minimum wage for the location in which work is performed. The final compensation will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Benefits for full-time employees included medical, dental, and vision insurance, voluntary welfare plans, bonus plan eligibility, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave.

Benefits for part-time employees included voluntary welfare plans, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave in required states.

• Sick Time: For the State of Washington, all employees will accrue paid sick time at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

Claire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require.

Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. To request accommodation, please email [email protected]. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered.