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District Manager, LOFT, Arizona / NM: Ann Taylor

Job ID11963
Company NameAnn Taylor
Job CategoryRetail
LocationPhoenix, AZ
Position TypeFull-Time, Employee
Experience1-2 Years Experience
Desired Education LevelOther
Date PostedOctober 18, 2009 (Reposted Dec 5)

Ann Taylor operates under 3 distinct brands: Ann Taylor, Ann Taylor LOFT, and Ann Taylor Factory with approximately 900stores open in the United States and Puerto Rico. Also known as the leader in fashion-updated classic apparel and accessories for today's working and non-working women, Ann Taylor is also celebrating new store openings. The associates at Ann Taylor are passionate about their careers. They are spirited, fun, energetic, and caring individuals who thrive on challenge and take pride in delighting their clients. They are true collaborators and are exhilarated by the limitless possibilities for them to learn and grow. If this sounds like you, we invite you to share in our future and experience great success in your career!

District Manager
Position Overview:
To direct all activities required to achieve district goals, including sales and profit objectives, client service, human capital investment and retention, payroll and operating expenses, loss prevention, and merchandisepresentation.

Position Requirements:
Human Resources: Proven ability to network and maintain talent pool for recruitment; select and develop Store Management teams; develop bench strength; coach and counsel; persuasively arguepoint of view without losing objectivity
Client Service: Ability to function as a role model during all store visits, ensuring that the client remains the top priority; ability to respond empathetically to client’s needs
Organization: Ability to organize, delegate, prioritize, meet deadlines, hold team accountable and follow-up on all activities within the district
Leadership: Proven ability to challenge and motivate management teams in an atmosphere of mutual respect by fostering support of innovative business practices
Merchandising: Knowledge of visual standards and techniques; ability to implement and interpret according to Ann Taylor’s guidelines, individualizing to store attributes
Communication: Demonstration of strong verbaland written communication skills to Home Office and direct reports; ability to express and logically articulate point of view while reinforcing company initiatives
Business analysis: Ability to forecast and analyze business trends andfunction within payroll, shortage and controllable expensesin order to maximize district performance and profitability
Market knowledge: Ability to assess market, share information with team, and translate understanding to impact district business

Educational Requirements and Experience:
Minimum Requirements: Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
Minimum two years District Manager experience in the service industry with proven results



Job Requirements:
See Above

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