We're a FTSE-250 retail company employing nearly 3,000 people across the UK, Europe and the United States. We're the UK's leading luxury watch specialist in the UK with a significant presence in the US and a complementary jewellery offering. At the last count we have over 190 showrooms across the UK, US and Europe, including 77 dedicated mono-brand boutiques in partnership with brands such as Rolex, OMEGA, TAG Heuer and Breitling plus seven-e-commerce websites!
Job Purpose
As a Deputy Manager you will be an inspirational and motivational member of the team who will assist the General Manager to ensure that operating processes and procedures are maintained and continually improved providing a streamlined, client orientated service. You will lead, motivate, and develop the team, be strategic and change orientated and drive this in a consistent manner across your boutique. A role model in the boutique you will have an impressive record of business development and with excellent people skills you will help to drive the business forward, sharing your passion about our fantastic products.
Core Accountabilities
Supporting the General Manager in the day to day running of the boutique, providing a link Support, Retail Operations, and our clients.
You will be accountable for delivery in the following areas:
Leading and motivating the boutique team to increase sales and ensure efficiency whilst creating a luxury sales environment
Reviewing sales figures and putting forward recommendations to drive the business forward
Competitor analysis
Clienteling, event management and networking
Driving a high level of exceptional service
Assisting with recruitment, performance management and training
Conducting appraisals and performance reviews alongside the Boutique Manager
Continuous development of colleagues
Communication of business initiatives
Adhering to policies and procedures at all times
Ad hoc duties as and when required
Essential Experience & Attributes
Proven record of delivery in a retail environment
Previous retail management experience
Experienced in motivating and developing a high performing team
People, sales and client focused
Excellent commercial awareness
Networking
Managing and delivering operating costs and identifying suitable efficiency improvements
Exceptional communication skills and interpersonal skills
IT literate
A positive "can do" attitude
Pride in being personable and approachable always willing to help others
Practical and organised
Sharing knowledge and skills
Keeping abreast of company knowledge to enable you to excel in day-to-day work.
Team Player
Desirable Experience & Attributes
Jewellery and watch product knowledge, experience of working in a luxury sales environment, experience of using CRM software.
Living by our values of
We earn trust and confidence
We treat everyone with respect
We care for our communities
We protect our planet
We advocate for our industry
We do the right thing, always
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