Store Lead - Ferry St Newark - Full Time

The Childrens Place, Inc.

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01723-Ferry St Newark Until 8/21/2026 1+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted May 28, 2026 Last posted May 28, 2026
Job description

Location:

Newark, New Jersey

Job Summary:

The Store Lead will be responsible for supporting the Store Leadership Team by completing cash-wrap operations, opening and closing procedures, and acting as Leader on Duty (LOD). The Store Lead will represent the brand, operate in a professional manner, engage customers, maintain store standards, and support teamwork and employee development.


Responsibilities:

Key Accountabilities:

  • Assist in developing talent through the training of associates, including giving in-the-moment coaching conversations
  • Partners with Store Manager to address an performance concerns with associates
  • Support and participate in all company training and development initiatives
  • Foster a positive work environment and provides direct, objective feedback in a timely manner
  • Assess performance and provide the appropriate level of feedback on a daily basis and during the annual performance review process
  • Motivate and inspire the associates to build brand loyalty and create a positive store environment for both internal and external customers
  • Model, encourage, and demonstrate exceptional customer service behaviors while on the sales floor and maintain high standards throughout the store while ensuring the integrity of the brand
  • Represent the company in a professional and positive manner
  • Support the management team to maximize productivity through operational and product knowledge, customer service and participating in an completing key store initiatives
  • Participate in the Leader on Duty (LOD) program by providing an exceptional customer shopping experience, and driving store profitability while leveraging payroll
  • Process payroll weekly
  • Modify schedule based on business climate
  • Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient stockroom, adhering to set policies
  • Ensure Environment (CRE) Standards & Safety requirements are being met

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1-3 years previous retail experience
  • Must be at least 18 years of ag

Skills and Behaviors:

  • Excellent customer engagement
  • Must be detail oriented
  • Ability to prioritize tasks
  • Ability to work in team environment
  • Ability to give and receive performance-based feedback
  • Must embrace self-development
  • Must be an effective communicator
  • Must be adaptable and flexible to changing priorities
  • Excellent time management, planning, and organization skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to adapt to and learn internal applications
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, to meet business needs and the PT/FT Availability Requirements set by the Company
  • Ability to maneuver on sales floor and stockroom; climb ladder, lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Hourly/Salary

$17.92 - $23.92 Per Hour

o Benefits include: Paid Time Off, Employee Discount, 401(k) and company match, Wellness Reimbursement, Adoption Assistance, free backup care (for kids, pets & the elderly), choice of health insurance plans, company-paid life/AD&D, short and long term disability, a variety of voluntary benefits and an employee assistance program. Benefit offerings are subject to change and vary by role/level for each position. Respective waiting periods may apply to certain benefit offerings.

The Children's Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

About this role

Summary

Lead store operations, engage customers, support team, and drive store profitability.

Job title

Store Lead - Ferry St Newark - Full Time

Experience level

1-3 years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

retail

Location requirements

Ferry St Newark, NJ; remote work not allowed.

Salary

$17k–$24k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

customer engagementcommunicationtime managementMicrosoft Officeflexible schedule

Preferred skills

retail experienceleadership development

Specializations

customer serviceteam leadershipretail operations
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site