Retail - Customer Experience Manager - Full-time

Michaels - Wichita, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Wichita, KS

1,001-5,000 employees

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

About the position

The Customer Experience Manager 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, training and developing team members, and maintaining store recovery standards to uphold the brand's promises. The manager will also oversee cash reconciliation, inventory processes, and assist in executing in-store events, all while promoting a positive and respectful environment for both customers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations.
• Lead the omnichannel processes.
• Maintain store recovery standards to deliver Brand Promises.
• Deliver friendly customer service.
• Assist Store Manager in leading and managing adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and requirements; ensure execution of Company policies and standards.
• Hold team accountable for store conditions and results.
• Ensure all front end policies and procedures are followed; achieve KPIs and manage team to achieve their role KPIs.
• Plan and lead the execution of class and 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 as needed.
• Assist with the onboarding of new Team Members.
• Train, observe, and coach the customer experience team to achieve results; participate in the performance management process.
• Support Talent Development of your team; utilize leadership competencies for continued self-development.
• Serve as Manager on Duty (MOD).
• Interact with others in an accepting and respectful manner; remain positive and respectful, even in difficult situations.
• Acknowledge customers, help locate products and provide solutions.
• Participate in the truck unloading and stocking processes to ensure truck standards are followed and completed within budget.
• Cross train in Custom Framing selling and production.
• Lead the delivery of high-quality custom framing solutions in select stores without a Framing Manager.

Requirements

• Retail management experience preferred.
• Ability to remain standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to move throughout the store.
• Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, and stretching.
• Lifting heavy boxes and accessing high shelves by ladder or similar equipment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (details available on Michaels Benefits website).
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.