**Location:**

Leesburg, Virginia

**Job Summary:**

The Store Lead will be responsible for supporting the Store Leadership Team by completing cash-wrap operations, opening and closing procedures, and acting as Leader on Duty (LOD). The Store Lead will represent the brand, operate in a professional manner, engage customers, maintain store standards, and support teamwork and employee development.

**Responsibilities:**

**Key Accountabilities:**

+ Assist in developing talent through the training of associates, including giving in-the-moment coaching conversations

+ Partners with Store Manager to address an performance concerns with associates

+ Support and participate in all company training and development initiatives

+ Foster a positive work environment and provides direct, objective feedback in a timely manner

+ Assess performance and provide the appropriate level of feedback on a daily basis and during the annual performance review process

+ Motivate and inspire the associates to build brand loyalty and create a positive store environment for both internal and external customers

+ Model, encourage, and demonstrate exceptional customer service behaviors while on the sales floor and maintain high standards throughout the store while ensuring the integrity of the brand

+ Represent the company in a professional and positive manner

+ Support the management team to maximize productivity through operational and product knowledge, customer service and participating in an completing key store initiatives

+ Participate in the Leader on Duty (LOD) program by providing an exceptional customer shopping experience, and driving store profitability while leveraging payroll

+ Process payroll weekly

+ Modify schedule based on business climate

+ Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient stockroom, adhering to set policies

+ Ensure Environment (CRE) Standards & Safety requirements are being met

**Education and Experience:**

+ High school diploma or equivalent

+ 1-3 years previous retail experience

+ Must be at least 18 years of ag

**Skills and Behaviors:**

+ Excellent customer engagement

+ Must be detail oriented

+ Ability to prioritize tasks

+ Ability to work in team environment

+ Ability to give and receive performance-based feedback

+ Must embrace self-development

+ Must be an effective communicator

+ Must be adaptable and flexible to changing priorities

+ Excellent time management, planning, and organization skills

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office

+ Ability to adapt to and learn internal applications

+ Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, to meet business needs and the PT/FT Availability Requirements set by the Company

+ Ability to maneuver on sales floor and stockroom; climb ladder, lift and carry up to 50 lbs

**make our PLACE yours**

Being a part of our team takes collaboration and hard work. We are seeking top talent who are eager to contribute to a high-performing team!

We are proud to be the largest pure-play children's specialty apparel retailer in North America and continue to celebrate the success of our collection of brands, including The Children's PLACE, Gymboree, Sugar & Jade and PJ PLACE.

If you are eager to learn and work in a diverse, inclusive, fast-paced and engaging work environment, please review our current list of openings and apply today!

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