Canada Goose Inc Hiring for Manager, Store Operations – USA Job at New York, NY Full Time

Canada Goose isn’t like anything else. We’ve built something great, something special – an iconic lifestyle brand with an inspirational and authentic story. Our purpose-based platform HUMANATURE and philosophy that humans are a part of nature and nature is a part of us informs everything we do. From the materials we use to the products we make, everything is meticulously crafted and built to last. At Canada Goose we endure any condition, observe every detail, and take the long view in order to keep the planet cold and the people on it warm.

Here, opportunities are everywhere – to try something new, to learn, to do meaningful and impactful work, and they’re yours for the taking.

Under the direction of VP, Stores & Wholesale, the Manager, Store Operations will provide U.S. stores with ongoing executional support for all operational controls that enhance the customer experience, maximize efficiencies and drive profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Regional Leadership in ensuring executional excellence of all operational standards and practices
• Create and share store sales / KPIs reporting for Home Office Retail Leadership team
• Analyze product performance and inventory on an ongoing basis to support the planning and retail teams
• Track regional retail specific incentive results monthly
• Review store payroll, scheduling and other time keeping submissions, ensuring accuracy, and offering suggestions on cost minimizing solutions
• Coordinate in store operational tasks such as shipments and RTVs in collaboration with Commercial Retail Operations team
• Oversee cycle counts conducted by store teams
• Utilize interactive employee communication platform to collaborate on regional specific content
• Manage and code all pertinent regional retail invoices and purchase orders
• Support regional inventories and cycle counts
• Coordinate with support leaders and retail operations to help facilitate workback schedules on all new store openings/remodels
• Facilitate relationship and coordination with property management pre-opening and during store stock out
• Supervise regional store supply and packaging program to ensure all stores are at adequate levels
• Support stores in the execution of all retail Canada Goose rules and best practices
• Collaborate with Commercial Retail Operations team to assist in facilitation/launch of all new operational initiatives.

Experience, Education and Designations:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in one or a combination of the following industries: apparel or retail industry, top-tier consulting firm or investment bank
• Proven ability to analyze, evaluate and make recommendations on strategic questions
• Undergraduate degree with high achievement, in a discipline that teaches quantitative and qualitative analysis and critical thinking (e.g., business, marketing, engineering, law)
• Experience in fast paced store environment working with large teams is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer competence in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Must be fluent in English

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

• Can understand ‘the big picture’ and exercise good business judgement
• Can structure, break down and solve complex business issues
• Strong planning and organizational skills; attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and multitask effectively
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple, changing priorities and tight deadlines
• Able to partner with other functions/business leaders on complex problems and business issues
• Leadership ability – able to inspire others to action – both direct subordinates and peers
• Strong understanding of retail and apparel industry, up-to-date on industry events and hold perspective on major issues
• Ability to analyze financial reports

Working Conditions:

• Typical office environment – combination of desk work + active meeting facilitation
• Travel required (15%)