District Leader (Indianapolis) - dressbarn

Brand Overview:

dressbarn is an omni-channel specialty retailer with over 700 stores, featuring women's casual, wear-to-work and special occasion apparel in sizes 2-24. dressbarn is focused on creating meaningful customer experiences through wear-now styles, fabulous prices and personalized service.At dressbarn, we pride ourselves on being a trusted fashion resource for busy, confident women. We believe in treating people with dignity and respect, whether you are a team lead, a customer, a vendor or an associate. dressbarn is a place to learn, grow and connect with others who love fashion.We value our team members and offer an abundance of wellness programs, promote a healthy work-life balance and provide opportunities for career growth. We understand the importance of working in an environment where people help motivate you, as well as recognize and reward you for your work and contributions. Opportunities for professional growth, room to move, and rewards for expertise, creativity, and talent - these are givens. WORK SMART. BE HAPPY.Ready to ? We currently have an opportunity for a District Leader (Indianapolis) - dressbarn to join our team located at our Field Mgmt-District 531-dressbarn.

Position Overview:

DISTRICT LEADER - DRESSBARN

The District Leader supervises a group of stores and acts as the brand ambassador of dressbarn’s values and mission. District leaders are responsible for cultivating an environment of being customer obsessed, building brand loyalty and directing all activities required to drive and maximize results in their district.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs all activities required to driving top line sales, inventory, payroll and operational goals within a geographic market; challenges and develops Store Leaders to accomplish objectives, provides direction and sets priorities; monitors progress in achieving company goals and objectives.
• Ability to forecast and analyze business trends in order to maximize district performance and profitability.
• Builds an effective talent acquisition strategy for the district and retains top talent. Ensures stores are fully staffed and leadership pipeline is in place. Ensures Store Leaders receive a thorough on boarding experience.
• Drives associate engagement and influences and supports others to accomplish goals, recognizes behavior that supports organizational values and results. Builds an effective network within dressbarn and ascena.
• Takes responsibility for own development and provides a work culture of continuous learning, information sharing and professional leadership development.
• Prepares and conducts performance assessments for Store Leaders; recognizes performance gaps and coaches associates to take appropriate action.
• Coaches Store Leaders on standards for effective execution of workload planning, scheduling, and all operational standards. Instructs Store Leaders on visual SOP standards and techniques.
• Ability to organize, delegate, prioritize, meet deadlines, hold individuals and teams accountable and follow-up on all activities within the district. Coaches Store Leaders on methods to drive operational excellence and improve productivity.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• College degree preferred or a minimum of 2 years of multi store supervision
• Proven track record of increasing sales and store profitability
• Excellent communication, verbal, and written skills
• Possess strong analytical skills and business acumen
• Ability to develop and maintain effective business relationships
• Must have a strong interest in fashion trends and product knowledge
• Strong problem solving/conflict resolution skills and the ability to make sound decisions
• Basic skills in Microsoft office

This job description is subject to change at any time and reflects dressbarn’s assignment of essential job responsibilities for associates in this position. It does not limit or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Communicate with associates and customers in a prompt, friendly and effective manner
• Be present to work a minimum of forty (40) hours per week
• Ability to work weekends and holidays when required by business needs
• Ability to travel up to 80% of the time
• Have regular attendance and be punctual for work at the store
• Be present and engaged with customers and associates on the sales floor during scheduled visits
• Stand, walk and/or move about the store during the scheduled visits
• Bend and twist and reach for and grasp objects at various levels (ground, waist, eye-level, overhead, etc.)
• Lift and carry at least 10 pounds and frequently lift and carry or push and pull at least 20 pounds
• Access all areas of the store including selling floor, backroom/stock area, and cash wrap area

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Location:

Field Mgmt-District 531-dressbarn

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all employment decisions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under applicable law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business.

The Company welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the application process.

Note to Applicants: Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of the Company unless designated smoking areas have been established by a particular location in accordance with applicable law.

Note to Rhode Island Applicants: The Company is subject to Chapters 29 - 38 of Title 28 of the General Laws of Rhode Island, and is therefore covered by the state’s workers’ compensation law.