FDE LLC, d/b/a Ashley Northeast · 16 hours ago
Regional Visual Operations Manager
Hamden, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$79K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expFactory Direct Enterprises LLC d/b/a Ashley (FDE) is a leading furniture brand and retailer in the United States. The Regional Visual Operations Manager is responsible for aligning store teams to achieve corporate strategies and business goals while fostering a collaborative work environment that enhances guest experiences and employee engagement.
Retail
Responsibilities
Seek ways to support the sales team and drive overall sales
Coach VMs to exceptional performance while assisting in the sales (TO) process
Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the merchandise; ensure selling staff is fluent in all aspects of product knowledge
Work closely with marketing team to maximize store marketing events, i.e. Special Events, Grand Openings
Utilize corporate toolbox, ensure that all employees are properly trained to provide amazing guest experiences
Resolve all guest problems and complaints quickly and effectively
Empower employees to make decisions in the guest’s best interest that also support the mission statement & core values of the company
Conduct regular audits of all store operations and visual processes, ensure compliance in all stores
Coach the team to track trends to ensure that control procedures are in place and observed
Control store payroll and expenses and maintain budgets, continually striving to reduce costs
Manage and conduct store inventories
Ensure staff is trained in all areas of responsibility
Build and maintain good communication with members of corporate, property management and other stores
Coordinate new store openings and facilitate the prompt repair of store equipment as required
Exhibit proficiency in computer programs used by the Company including: Word, Excel & PowerPoint
Support the execution of visual merchandising plans
Responsible for the look and feel of stores within Region
Ensuring proper signage is being utilized to effectively market in-store products
Implement and maintain all corporate merchandising directives and ensure execution of effective merchandising strategies
Ensure presentation of all displays, fixtures and all visual areas are reflective of current visual direction
Recruit, train, and develop staff ensuring all positions are filled in a timely manner with qualified personnel
Actively select, train and develop Operations and Visual Managers, and track their progress to identify and place qualified individuals as openings become available
Maintain a focus on continuous learning and development
Organize and conduct meetings as needed
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain management within a retail or 100% Travel Within Region & company meeting locations
3-5 years having worked with retail sales organizations with multi-locations
Demonstrated competency in retail store operations and visual merchandising
Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics
Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Bachelor's Degree in business or related business experience
Benefits
401(k) Program with a company match.
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay, including your birthday.
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits starting as low as $25 a week.
Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring qualified candidates for open positions.
Company Bonus Program: Earn up to 15% bonus potential based on personal and company performance
Company
FDE LLC, d/b/a Ashley Northeast
At Factory Direct Enterprises, LLC d/b/a Ashley Northeast, we are committed to Amazing our team members, guests, and the communities we serve through every personal interaction and by doing so we honor God.
Founded in 2004Edison, New Jersey, US
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Justin Chrinian
Co-President and Chief Revenue Officer
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