Softlines supervisor vs sales lead/sales associate

Differences between softlines supervisor and sales lead/sales associate duties and responsibilities

Softlines supervisor example responsibilities.

• Implement inventory management system to effectively manage on-hands, assist with correct replenishment and maintain an acceptable level of over-stock.
• Train associates in apparel and other departments.
• Fashion merchandising to create attractive visual displays for easy add on sales within women's and men's apparel.
• Assist with and preform numerous responsibilities, including administrative, policy and procedures, personnel issues, payroll preparation and submission.
• Drive the achievement of financial goals by managing customer inventory flow process and SWAS planning.

Sales lead/sales associate example responsibilities.

• Partner in managing operations of multiple retail outlets, including hiring, performance management, scheduling, and merchandising management.
• Complete customer transactions using POS register system and fraud security protocol.
• Monitor inventory accountability by physically checking inventory, running inventory reports, receiving shipments, and completing transfers in the POS.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, communication and supervisory skills by providing coaching and feedback to maximize individual and store performance.