FT Customer Experience Manager/Front End

Michaels - Hickory, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Hickory, NC

1,001-5,000 employees

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

The Customer Experience Manager/Front End at Michaels is responsible for delivering a customer-centric shopping experience by managing front-end operations and leading omnichannel processes. This role involves ensuring compliance with company policies, maintaining store recovery standards, and providing friendly customer service. The manager will also oversee the performance of the customer experience team and assist with various operational tasks to enhance the overall shopping experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a customer-centric shopping experience by managing front-end operations.
• Lead the omnichannel processes and maintain store recovery standards.
• Assist the Store Manager in ensuring compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and company programs.
• Ensure all front-end policies and procedures are followed and manage team KPIs.
• Plan and lead the execution of in-store events in accordance with company programs.
• Manage and execute shrink and safety programs.
• Assist with cash reconciliation and bank deposits.
• Assist with inventory processes including Return to Vendor (RTV) and Advance Shipping Notice (ASN) activities.
• Assist with the onboarding of new team members.
• Train, observe, and coach the customer experience team to achieve results.
• Serve as Manager on Duty (MOD).
• Interact positively with customers and assist them in locating products.
• Participate in truck unloading and stocking processes to ensure standards are met.
• Cross-train in Custom Framing selling and production.

Requirements

• Retail management experience preferred.
• Ability to remain standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to move throughout the store and perform regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, and stretching.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in retail management is preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (details available on Michaels Benefits website).