FAQs
What is the primary purpose of the Team Manager position at Burberry?
The primary purpose of the Team Manager position is to support the Store Manager in driving category performance and supervising the sales team to ensure great customer experiences, while achieving sales goals and providing performance coaching.
What are the key responsibilities of a Team Manager?
The key responsibilities of a Team Manager include leading sales associates to improve selling skills, driving sales for assigned categories, managing customer flow, coaching team members, addressing customer issues, and ensuring the delivery of the Burberry Experience.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Qualifications for the Team Manager position include advanced knowledge of POS systems, the ability to handle complex customer service issues, strong communication skills, prior experience with Apple mobile devices, and 1-2 years of supervisory or management experience in retail sales.
How do we evaluate the performance of the Team Manager?
The performance of the Team Manager is evaluated based on the monthly Burberry Experience evaluation score, managing the performance improvement and development of associates, and improvement in KPIs within the retail scorecard.
What type of team culture does Burberry promote?
Burberry promotes a positive, open, and harmonious work environment that allows creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive and encourages teamwork and collaboration across different roles.
Is prior retail experience necessary for this role?
Yes, 1-2 years of previous supervisory or management experience in retail sales is necessary for the Team Manager role.
What should a Team Manager do in case of difficult customer issues?
In case of difficult customer issues, the Team Manager should resolve them directly or escalate them to management when necessary.
How important is digital proficiency for the Team Manager role?
Digital proficiency is important for the Team Manager role, as candidates should be comfortable using digital tools and be able to drive the digital experience in the store.
Does Burberry provide training for new employees?
Yes, the Team Manager is responsible for leading the integration of new joiners and ensuring they receive the necessary training on the Burberry Experience.
What is Burberry’s stance on equal opportunities in hiring?
Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and treats all applications equally, recruiting purely on the basis of skills and experience.