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Express Inc.

Associate Manager

Express Inc., New York, New York, us, 10261

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Overview Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self‑expression. Since its launch in 1980 the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you.

About PHOENIX PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com.

About Express The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app.

Store Name Woodbury Commons

Responsibilities Express is seeking an Associate Manager to join our team. The Associate Manager supports the store manager in managing store operations, recruiting, management, training and sales functions, drives productivity, compliance with company policies, and creates a great in‑store shopping experience for our retail customers.

Key Responsibilities

Attract, hire, develop, inspire, and retain top talent

Support an environment that encourages an exceptionally high level of store morale

Focus all store associates on creating an environment built on teamwork and a “one team” mentality

Coach, teach, train, recognize and manage all aspects of performance and development for all store associates up to and including Sales Leaders, to encourage professional growth and build a bench of talent

Identify high‑performing store associates and assist in their growth

Develop and maximize the success of store associates to achieve sales potential and customer experience

Attract and hire store associates, up to and including Sales Leaders

Analyze the business and execute/communicate clear action plans that optimize results

Manage all aspects of daily store operations

Ensure all store associates have clarity on goals and action plans

Provide feedback to support the creation of clear action plans that optimize results

Manage and delegate workload and ensure execution of plans and strategies across the store

Maintain adherence to company policies and ensure the safety of store associates and customers

Manage merchandise flow, such as shipment, replenishment, and omni‑channel operations, throughout the store

Optimize sales/operations opportunity by leading associates in consistently executing merchandising strategies, operations, loyalty programs and other company initiatives

With approval of the store manager, build an effective schedule with the right associate in the right place at the right time

Support and develop a store environment focused on consistently delivering a great in‑store customer experience

Resolve customer complaints to a positive outcome; determine source of issues and take initiative to identify and resolve

Lead consistent focus on delivering a great customer experience

Create a culture of proactive customer engagement to exceed our customers’ expectations

Drive loyalty and credit card acquisition through an engaged store team

Create positive in‑store experience through visual standards

Other essential functions may occur as directed by your supervisor

Required Experience & Qualifications

Education: High School or Equivalent

Years of Experience: 3‑5 of relevant job experience

Proficient in use of technology (iPad, registers)

Meets defined availability criteria, including nights, weekends and non‑business hours

Meets physical requirements

Critical Skills & Attributes

Previous retail experience preferred

Proven ability to drive sales results

Strong supervisory, communication and customer service skills

Minimum of two years relevant experience

Prior sales management experience

Benefits and Compensation

Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage

401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match

Merchandise discount

Paid Time Off

Parental leave for new moms and dads

Pay Range $21.20 - $31.25 per hour

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An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1‑800‑964‑9793 and say “Associate Relations” or send an e‑mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third‑party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third‑parties for hires made.

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