Retail Supervisor

Job Role: Supervisor

Reporting to: Store Manager

Location: ME+EM East Hamptons

Contract type: Full Time

About us:

ME+EM is one of the UK’s fastest-growing luxury fashion brands. As a direct-to- consumer business we operate in a truly omnichannel way, with an extremely successful online store, monthly mailings and stores in London, Edinburgh and concessions in Harrods and Selfridges. Our exciting growth continues in spring 2024 with the opening of our first US stores.

At ME+EM we are an entrepreneurial, creative, and passionate group of people. We work hard, are enthusiastic to learn and are not afraid to take risks. Everyone contributes to our success at all levels, and that precisely what makes being a member of the team so rewarding.

Our office and stores are always busy and fast paced, but we work just as hard to make sure it’s fun, with social activities and biannual parties. We pride ourselves on being approachable, supportive, and welcoming and ensure that everyone’s hard work is rewarded. It takes all these things to build a strong, successful business and our door is always open to new talent ready to contribute to our growth and evolution.

About the Role

The ME+EM Supervisor is a key holder. You are a key pillar of the management team. You embody the core values of the brand and are responsible for delivering an authentic and memorable service approach. You are responsible for creating a positive working environment and can demonstrate a clear communication style in line with the management team. You have a complete understanding of ME+EM policies, operations and best practice.

Responsibilities:

Be a brand representative at all times.

Be a leader to the team and represent the management team.

Prioritise and delegate daily tasks to promote smooth running.

Be acutely aware of surroundings to support safety of employees and customers.

Be responsible for managing employee absence when required.

Be confident in supporting staff wellbeing and knowing where to signpost.

Train others in how to provide the best experience through speed and accuracy.

Display exemplary behavior in time keeping, shop floor etiquette and customer relations.

Expert in product availability instore and online.

Be confident in navigating the customer, suggesting alternatives or fulfilling their product requests either within another store or online.

Promote ‘one business’ mindset.

Build organic, loyal and long-lasting relationships with customers.

Carryout personal styling sessions with confidence.

Display exceptional confidence with styling, outfit building and recommendations.

Influence others with your knowledge.

Offer solutions to customer complaints or escalate if necessary to the management team.

Display high level of telephone etiquette when using the store phone and able to train others to the same standard.

Ensure a professional tone is used when using company email addresses.

Open and close the store.

Be an expert in till functions and able to train others.

Embrace change and support the roll out of new systems.

Advice on the importance of data collection and ensuring GDPR guidelines are adhered to.

Ensure that the store environment and VM are prioritised daily. Enrol others to contribute and maintain.

Delegate effectively to ensure replenishment of stock.

Support the Stockroom Assistant/Supervisor with deliveries & stock recalls to meet deadlines.

Be responsible for own H&S and ensuring H&S processes are followed in store.

Follow company procedures to report any maintenance issues in store promptly.

About You:

Experience in people management in a high volume, fast paced environment (2 years preferred)

Commercial understanding of modern luxury

Confident in Visual Merchandising

Coach, detail oriented and enthusiastic

Able to provide examples of exceptional results in Retail

An enthusiasm for store management and Brand leadership

Team player, communication skills, positive attitude, proactive, can-do mindset

Able to provide examples of leading by example, developing others and contributing to the success of the company

Employee Benefits:

· Competitive salary and incentive schemes

· Competitive medical, dental and vision plan options.

· Generous paid time off policies: vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer days

· A day off to celebrate your birthday

· Life insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program

· Enhance parental leave package after 2 years of service

· A new uniform allowance for each new season

· Generous Employee and Friends & Family Discounts

· Refer a Friend Scheme

· Opportunity to build a career with a leading global fashion brand

ME+EM is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering and preserving a culture of diversity, equality, and inclusion in our workforce. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we do not discriminate against applicants based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that diversity enriches our workforce and strengthens our organisation. Therefore, we encourage minorities, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities to apply for opportunities within our company.

Please note, due to the large number of applications we receive, we can only reply to those that are successful to the next stage.