• Build strong cross-functional partnerships at all levels with Store Operations, Store Leadership Teams, Upper Field Leaders, Learning & Development (L&D), Communications and Human Resources amongst others.
• Represents stores and Store Operations with other business partners, acts as an advocate for stores.
• Accountable for the creation, design, and execution of employee contests and incentives programs.
• Build and develop programs that celebrate the teams’ individuality, foster inclusivity and motivate all associates regardless of grade level.
• Partner and consult with L&D on any field employee training programs that tie back to performance (i.e., Associate Onboarding, Expert training).
• Manage all aspects of field event production, inclusive of concepting, agenda creation, planning, logistics, budget management, platform/technology support & post event follow through activities.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Events Team on event planning execution (includes travel, budgets, logistics etc.) and L&D for content development.
• Embraces challenges, adapts and continues to perform through change and ambiguity and actively asks for feedback.
• Able to effectively brainstorm and then implement new ideas and solutions with the team.
• Understand the stores and how they operate, as well as the employee experience and what motivates or inspires our internal teams (from Brand Associates to General Managers).
• Experienced in managing multiple tasks and projects, prioritizing, and adapting appropriately to meet all target dates.
• Proven track record of events planning, managing projects, timelines, and deliverables with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Retail Stores experience preferred.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint