What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Supervisor position at The Inn at Little Washington?
Description
Since 1978 The Inn at Little Washington, located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, has been one of the most decorated restaurants and hotels in the world. There is no better time to join in our growing team of exceptional people. On-the-job training, advancement potential, flexible schedules, amazing benefits, and competitive pay. Your next career awaits.
Some of our awards include Michelin 3 Stars, Forbes 5 Stars, AAA 5 Diamonds, and Wine Spectator Grand Award. Member of Relais & Chateaux.
Why join our team:
We offer:
- Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)
- Paid time off (Full time employees)
- 401(k) retirement plan with match
- On-the-job training
- Employee education allowance
- Advancement potential
- Flexible schedules
- Employee appreciation events
- Complimentary uniforms
- Delicious “family” meals daily prepared by the chefs
- Referral bonuses
- Competitive pay
www.theinnatlittlewashington.com
SUMMARY
This position reports to the
Retail Manager. The Shops Supervisor oversees the day-to-day operations of The
Tavern Shops with a focus on back-office responsibilities such as inventory
control and product acquisition. This position is also responsible for the
successful implementation, operation, and profitability of The Inn’s retail
e-commerce platform. The Shops Supervisor is an ambassador of the Inn, taking
ownership to lead and coach the retail team, build relationships, proactively
foster the achievement of sales goals and ensure that the highest level of guest
experience is delivered.
ESSESNTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performing bi-annual full inventory, and periodic incremental inventory of stock levels and maintaining accurate stock levels in Resortsuite, ensuring minimal shortage.
- Complete the development and implementation of the Inn’s E-commerce retail presence and maintain/develop the platform as needed.
- Manage day-to-day operation of E-Commerce sales including stock, order fulfillment, shipping and customer relations.
- Managing stock levels on sales floor, stockroom and e-commerce inventory
- Responsible for the entire lifecycle of product acquisition from sourcing, ordering, receiving, logging into inventory, pricing and organization in stockroom. All invoices and PO’s appropriately managed and communicated to the finance department.
- Implementing stockroom standard of organization, ensuring the standard is maintained on a daily basis.
- Foster relationships with current and new guests to further grow business by creating ideas for composing special events and anticipating guest needs.
- Maintaining 5-star cleanliness of the Tavern shops through daily vacuuming and dusting of the tavern shops either after closing or before opening, as directed by the manager.
- Collaborate with other departments at The Inn to support the needs of the guests and business.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to lift, carry, push & pull up to 50lbs occasionally
- Be able to be on your feet for long periods of time
- Frequent twisting, turning, reaching up and outwards
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or Fashion Merchandising or equivalent experience.
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Experience leading a team, in a retail environment.
- Minimum of 5 years in luxury retail
- Able to read and understand PNL statements
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Periodically will need use of personal vehicle to attend off-site meetings, source a new vendor, visit suppliers/vendors, or research local resorts and restaurants.
SKILLS
Required
- Must possess excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
- Must have the ability to prioritize and quick problem-solving skills.
- Role model / Coach on Curiosity, Empathy, Agility and Commercial Mindset.
- Passion for the brand: Management skills, Leadership, Responsibility and & Ownership, Interpersonal. Skills and Professional Attitude.
- Communication skills; both verbal and written.
- Preferred ability to speak 2nd language, Spanish or French.
- Computer proficiency, preferable in Excel, Microsoft Word, Google, Resortsuite Retail
Salary : $20 - $23