Lead the only John Fluevog Shoes in Europe experience in your store as a shoe-loving, creative Store Manager who’s excited about the idea of working with other multi-talented, hard-working and hugely modest professionals to promote the JFS brand in weird and wonderful ways.
The role of Store Manager extends beyond that of a typical retail manager to provide an in-person experience that personifies the soul of Fluevog. Sales, store operations and personnel management are key areas of performance. The Store Manager also acts as a liaison between head office and retail store staff, keeping everyone informed of what's happening in the company. Being an active part of the local community is also an important role of the Store Manager.
Essential Functions
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The Store Manager must ensure
- Store opens and closes on time and in accordance with Fluevog policies.
- Staff must be properly trained and motivated.
- Inventory is always organized and presented neatly.
- All reports are prepared and presented in a timely manner.
- Policies and procedures are understood and followed by everyone in the store.
- And above all, communication is authentic and honest.
Supervisory Responsibilities
As the primary store supervisor, the Store Manager ensures customer interactions are always at the highest standard to best reflect and grow the brand. Training and coaching should be delivered in a way that is suited to each employee's learning style. Information must be shared between head office and retail employees on a consistent basis. The Store Manager is also responsible for maintaining the brand's integrity and leading by example.
Necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's):
- Fluent and charming conversation level in both Dutch and English, written and spoken
- A minimum of basic computer and technology skills
- Leadership experience
- Demonstrated sales experience
- Brand knowledge
- Ability to provide a solid high-five
- Superior people skills
- Recycles responsibly and cares for the planet
- Exemplary communication skills
- A grateful spirit
- A tenacious, can-do attitude
- A fearless sense of personal style
- Patience
- Enjoys not taking oneself too seriously
- Amazing sense of personal style
Qualifications
Store Manager Amsterdam must-haves:
- Minimum of 3 years of management experience
- Currently hold and maintain a valid right to work in the Netherlands
- Basic computer and technology skills (Gmail, iOS, internal POS software)
- Below-average karaoke skills
- Positivity, creativity, and a willingness to learn
- A real understanding and eagerness to foster community and build trusting relationships
- Physically able to perform all in-store tasks such as lifting up to 15 kilos, kneeling and crawling around the floor (funny, but true!), climbing ladders and stairs, and standing for up to eight hours.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive retail salaries
- Internal Artist Grant funding in support of all kinds of creative ventures
- Amazing HQ and recruiting support who also write great job postings
(And, the part we know you actually came here to see…)
- !!! In-store discounts !!!
- !!! Earn ShoeEuros for in-store credit (yes, that means free shoes!!) !!!
- ...and let's be honest, the funnest retail job you've ever had.
About Fluevog Amsterdam
Fluevog Amsterdam is a team of hard-working, collaborative, creative, dog-friendly & human-friendly professionals. We are thankful, open minded, nurture talent, never forget to laugh at ourselves, and take celebrating birthdays and special occasions very seriously. Besides shoes, some of our shared interests include bikes, french fries, whistling, sunshine, and hobby horsing around.
Our people are creative, diverse, and proud of being “weird”! Fluevog is a fit for everyone regardless of shoe size, and we are committed to building inclusion into every aspect of our culture for our Fluevog community. If we can help make this The Best Recruiting Process Ever by helping you out with an accommodation due to a disability, please indicate when requested in the interview process and we’ll keep it confidential. Our HR Manager will reach out to make sure our intro with you is just as good of a fit as our style.
