People & Service Team Leader
Role Overview
Consistently deliver great service and role model this throughout the store team.
Create a diverse and inclusive environment where all your store team feel valued.
Create a wellbeing culture in store by being a direct line of communication for the store team.
Confidently duty manage in all areas of the store operation including product and operations.
Support the People & Service Manager to consistently delight customers through delivering the best customer journey across service, people, visual and operations.
Support the People & Service Manager to empower the team within store to deliver for the customer by always putting customer experience at the centre of decision making.
Have a good understanding of commercial tools and how to use to drive actions.
Take accountability to drive store KPIs, including sales, stock loss, payroll, conversion, voice of customer, RFID, and people KPIs.
Support the management of store operations, including compliance with health & safety standards.
Support the development of the store team to deliver a high performing, motivated and engaged store team who feel valued and recognised for their contribution.
You have previous experience in retail, preferably in a supervisor role.
You are passionate about fashion and stay updated on the latest trends.
You possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
You can motivate and inspire a team to achieve their best.
You are proactive, adaptable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
And most importantly love our products as much as we do so we create the best possible customer journey!
Fast-Paced Environment: This is a high-energy role where priorities can shift quickly based on sales performance, customer trends, and seasonal demands. You’ll need to be comfortable adapting to situations and juggling multiple tasks.
Reporting: Your ability to analyse customer feedback and sales data will be crucial in driving improvements to your store.
Managing People: Strong emotional intelligence is essential, as you’ll be managing a diverse team.
Hands-On Role: While this position is strategic, it also requires you to be hands-on with product movement, floor resets, and physical tasks like adjusting layouts, displays, and stock replenishment.
Weekend Work: As part of the retail environment, you'll need to work on weekends, public holidays, and during key seasonal periods. This is especially crucial during busy times like sales events, product launches, or store promotions.
Deadlines: Strong time management skills are important for balancing multiple responsibilities and meeting deadlines.
Leading a Team: Your ability to foster a positive team culture will be crucial in creating an enjoyable work environment.
Key Skills for This Role
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About The Role
Consistently deliver great service and role model this throughout the store team.
Create a diverse and inclusive environment where all your store team feel valued.
Create a wellbeing culture in store by being a direct line of communication for the store team.
Confidently duty manage in all areas of the store operation including product and operations.
Support the People & Service Manager to consistently delight customers through delivering the best customer journey across service, people, visual and operations.
Support the People & Service Manager to empower the team within store to deliver for the customer by always putting customer experience at the centre of decision making.
Have a good understanding of commercial tools and how to use to drive actions.
Take accountability to drive store KPIs, including sales, stock loss, payroll, conversion, voice of customer, RFID, and people KPIs.
Support the management of store operations, including compliance with health & safety standards.
Support the development of the store team to deliver a high performing, motivated and engaged store team who feel valued and recognised for their contribution.
You have previous experience in retail, preferably in a supervisor role.
You are passionate about fashion and stay updated on the latest trends.
You possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
You can motivate and inspire a team to achieve their best.
You are proactive, adaptable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
And most importantly love our products as much as we do so we create the best possible customer journey!
Fast-Paced Environment: This is a high-energy role where priorities can shift quickly based on sales performance, customer trends, and seasonal demands. You’ll need to be comfortable adapting to situations and juggling multiple tasks.
Reporting: Your ability to analyse customer feedback and sales data will be crucial in driving improvements to your store.
Managing People: Strong emotional intelligence is essential, as you’ll be managing a diverse team.
Hands-On Role: While this position is strategic, it also requires you to be hands-on with product movement, floor resets, and physical tasks like adjusting layouts, displays, and stock replenishment.
Weekend Work: As part of the retail environment, you'll need to work on weekends, public holidays, and during key seasonal periods. This is especially crucial during busy times like sales events, product launches, or store promotions.
Deadlines: Strong time management skills are important for balancing multiple responsibilities and meeting deadlines.
Leading a Team: Your ability to foster a positive team culture will be crucial in creating an enjoyable work environment.
This Is For You
💰 Generous 50% staff discount & uniform allowance so you can treat yourself to our latest products!
🛒 Reducing your everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more through the Retail Trust.
🎉 Stores are fitted with Kindness Cupboards to support with basic food & hygiene products if needed. We also work closely with the Retail Trust to create dedicated support for all our Islanders!
🤎 Every family is unique, and we support with all different family setups enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption & fertility treatment.
💕 Give as you earn scheme, a ‘Giver Island’ day each year and receive matched funding.
🎓 Progression focus throughout Retail & Head Office. Support with upskilling skills through on the job training and qualifications.
💰 We contribute toward your retirement and offer a private pension plan.
😎 28 days (UK) 30 days (ROI) paid holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays. Also the option to buy additional holiday for whatever the need!
About River Island
UK family-owned fashion retailer selling women's, men's and children's clothing through stores, online channels and franchise partners.
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