Polène

Retail

RetailOperationsLeadNorthAmerica

$70–85k New York, New York, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Retail Operations Lead - North America at Polène. Skills: Retail operations, Operational excellence, Cross-functional coordination. Localize global operational standards. Implement global operational standards”

What You'll Achieve.

Elevate operations; Elevate service; Elevate presentation; Achieve defined KPIs; Ensure operational readiness

Industry & Context.

Retail
Problems you'll solve

Analytical skills; Problem identification; Actionable improvements

Eligibility Requirements

Willingness to travel

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Analytical skills, Pragmatic and hands-on mindset, Excel proficiency, PowerPoint proficiency, Excellent communication skills, Excellent influencing skills, Organizational skills, Project coordination skills, Professional demeanor, Calm under pressure, High standards, Attention to detail, Leadership capabilities, Teamwork capabilities, Empathy, Fluency in English

Nice to Have

Digital SAP knowledge, French fluency

What You'll Do.

Localize global operational standards

Implement global operational standards

Adapt operational tools

Execute operational tools

Adapt operational frameworks

Execute operational frameworks

Adapt operational projects

Execute operational projects

Support local retail expansion

Facilitate communication between HQ and retail

Drive operational consistency

Drive operational performance

Analyze retail reporting

Provide localized insights

Provide actionable recommendations

Follow up on global retail projects

Support stores in achieving KPIs

Benchmark retail best practices

Adapt retail best practices

Support local execution of sales initiatives

Support local execution of profitability initiatives

Lead operational training

Support operational training

Ensure protocols are understood

Ensure protocols are applied

Refine local operational processes

Manage local vendor relationships

Manage local vendor contracts

Centralize purchasing processes

Centralize payment processes

Oversee execution of global standards

Support new store openings

Ensure operational readiness for new stores

Ensure process setup for new stores

Ensure stock flow coordination for new stores

Ensure store opening checklists for new stores

Ensure local SOPs align with HQ standards

Ensure local SOPs align with local compliance

Guarantee daily store operations adhere to policies

Guarantee POS operations adhere to policies

Follow up on audit findings

Provide corrective actions

Provide coaching on findings

Escalate audit findings

Promote a compliance culture

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner with HQ Retail teams; Partner with local boutique teams; Work across HQ; Work across stores; Work across stakeholders

Communication Scope

Communication skills; Influencing skills

Process & Methodology

Project coordination

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