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Department Manager (1 Year Maternity Leave Contract)

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H&M

5d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Hospitality & Retail
    People, HR & Administration
  • London
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AI generated summary

  • You should have a high school diploma, 2-3 years of retail management, strong customer service skills, ability to lift 20 lbs, and open availability. Must be proactive, organized, and tech-savvy.
  • You will manage staff, oversee operations, maximize sales, ensure visual standards, support employee relations, and maintain customer service excellence while collaborating with the Store Manager.

Requirements

  • High School graduate or equivalent. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
  • Preferably 2-3 years of retail management experience, including direct supervisory experience, or comparable management role experience
  • Ability to lift in excess of 20 pounds
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time; bend, stretch, engage in repetitive motions, push; pull and carry items (mannequins, clothing, totes, torsos, etc.) for a short distance
  • Ability to climb a ladder and use a stepstool
  • Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Proven organizational and analytical skills
  • Ability to be proactive to drive sales by creating selling opportunities
  • Strong merchandising skills with the ability to drive the business through creativity and extensive fashion knowledge
  • Ability to take own initiative and work under own direction
  • Ability to work strategically, tactically and operationally
  • Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to establish effective routines for excellent communication with all members of the team to maximize productivity
  • Ability to provide feedback in a constructive and professional way
  • Ability to handle conflict and resolve problems constructively
  • Experience in administrating progressive discipline process and performance management
  • Basic computer skills, such as browser navigation, software interaction, and data entry are needed
  • Open availability including evenings and weekends
  • Minimal travel required as necessary (i.e.Workshops)

Responsibilities

  • Organize and distribute the work of his/her staff, set priorities and keep an overview of the tasks to be accomplished in accordance with the Store Manager
  • Manage, recruit, onboard, train, develop and provide succession planning for the staff in the store in partnership with the Store Manager
  • Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws including approving time-off requests, pay, location or title changes; corrective actions and making employment decisions
  • Assist the Store Manager in maintaining an overview of all Employee Relations responsibilities in the store to ensure a positive work environment
  • Take action within the department to maximize sales through joint operational and commercial focus to obtain the highest level of profitability
  • Proactively ensure your team has knowledge on all product, campaign, promotion, display guidelines and merchandise information
  • Ensure garment presentation, garment level and visual standards within the department are presented according to H&M’s expectations
  • Plan and coordinate with the visual team on all activities concerning campaigns, promotions and sales activities in his/her department
  • Effectively schedule the staff within the department according to the needs and restrictions of the business and adjust hours as necessary to reach store and SPH goals
  • Work with sales and cost plans, budgets and other available tools to make business decisions to ensure maximum profitability
  • Responsible for knowledge and completion of cash office operational functions
  • Follow and execute safety and security routines to prevent loss and guarantee employee and customer safety
  • May be assigned overall store responsibility in absence of Store Manager
  • Maintain high-quality H&M direct and indirect customer service by providing the best shopping experience for each customer and role modeling the 5 basic demands on the selling floor, in the fitting room, and at the cashpoint
  • Assist Store Manager in establishing and overseeing sales and cost plans, budgets and variable costs for the department; work with comparable sales from last year, sales to budget and future sales trends to maximize profitability
  • Accurately record sales and worked hour figures

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Department Manager (1 Year Maternity Leave Contract).

What are the main responsibilities of a Department Manager at H&M?

The main responsibilities include managing staff, maximizing sales, ensuring customer service, and maintaining department profitability while coaching and developing the team.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A high school graduate or equivalent is required, with a preference for an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree. Additionally, 2-3 years of retail management experience is preferred.

What kind of skills are essential for this role?

Essential skills include exceptional customer service, strong organizational and analytical abilities, merchandising skills, and the ability to handle conflict and resolve problems constructively.

Is there a possibility for career advancement in this role?

Yes, there are extensive development opportunities within H&M, including succession planning for team members.

Are there physical requirements for the role?

Yes, candidates should be able to lift in excess of 20 pounds, stand for long periods, and engage in various physical activities such as bending, stretching, and climbing.

What is the job status and compensation model for this position?

This is a Non-Exempt, Hourly position.

Do Department Managers have any financial accountability?

Yes, they assist the Store Manager in establishing and overseeing sales and cost plans, budgets, and variable costs for the department to maximize profitability.

What benefits does H&M offer to its employees?

H&M offers attractive benefits including a staff discount card for all H&M Group brands, participation in the H&M Incentive Program, and various local market competitive perks.

Does H&M emphasize inclusion and diversity in its hiring process?

Yes, H&M is committed to creating and maintaining inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplaces and takes all diversity dimensions into consideration in the recruitment process.

Is travel required for this position?

Minimal travel is required as necessary for workshops.

H&M

Fashion & Arts
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1947
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

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