Overview
Department Manager – London, United Kingdom
Position Overview
Ref #
W180951
State/Region
London
Department
Retail Stores
Location
United Kingdom
City
London
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren’s reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company’s brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world’s most widely recognized families of consumer brands.
At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.
POSITION OVERVIEW
WHAT WE OFFER
The opportunity to work for an iconic and unique lifestyle brand
Exciting career opportunities
Competitive benefits package and discounts
An environment where you can bring your whole self to work
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
WHAT YOU’LL DO
People leadership
Create an inclusive working environment with a client-centric mindset
Through team management and visible presence ensures Ralph Lauren’s standards are achieved
Unlock talent that supports career progression of the team
Drive high performance culture by holding the team accountable for agreed results
Commerciality
Deliver and maintain an elevated client experience within the store environment
Implement the Ralph Lauren ways of working and selling culture to maximise sales and profitability
Develop and monitor key metrics that drive the business plan
Keep up to date with competitor activity
Operations
Manage inventory flow to minimise shrink loss through operational excellence
Lead floor recovery, ensuring price and size integrity
Manage and maintain a safe work environment for clients and employees by complying with all company policies and procedures
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
WHO YOU ARE
Energetic, passionate and results driven
Experienced leader having previously worked in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills
IMPORTANT: Before applying for this role, please make sure you have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Unless it clearly stipulates within in the job advert above that the hiring company is looking to or able to sponsor applicants it is deemed that the hiring employer will only consider applications from those able to comply with and work in the country where the role is based.
