District Manager - Retail Apparel Big Box

District Manager

Big Box Apparel and Domestics Retail Chain is continuing to expand.  

Seeking a seasoned District Manager to oversee 6-8 5mm plus stores. The average store is 20,000 square feet with 25 to 30 associates. In this dynamic position you will motivate both Store Management and Sales Associates to exceed expectations in sales generation, store operations, and merchandising. Responsibilities include managing sales and operations, controlling expenses and payroll budgets, handling personnel issues, accounting, merchandising, and loss prevention.

Apparel experience is necessary.

  Tasks and Responsibilities

 Assist in the recruitment and hiring of the most qualified managers to meet the district’s needs.

Conduct orientation, train and coach the management staff in execution of daily tasks and to maximize sales.

Participate in administering company policies and developing long range goals and objectives.

Coordinate sales promotion activities and pricing of merchandise.

Oversee preparation of merchandise placement and displays.

Review operational reports and records to ensure adherence to Company policies and procedures, monitor store profitability, and manage payroll budgets.

 Analyze marketing potential of new and existing store locations and recommend additional sites or closing of existing stores.

Coordinate new store openings and/ or closing of existing locations.

Ensure that proper channels of communication exist between the stores and headquarters.

Oversee compliance of Store Managers with established Company policies and standards, such as safekeeping of Company funds and property, personnel practices, security, sales and record-keeping procedures, and overall maintenance of the stores by performing required audits.

Help solve problems that affect the stores service, efficiency, and productivity.

Inspect premises of stores to ensure that adequate security exists and that physical facilities comply with safety and environmental codes and ordinances.

Skills and Competencies:

¨        Ability to develop and train work force, build relationships, utilize skills of workforce most appropriately

¨        Ability to merchandise and manage store operations effectively

¨        Ability to provide outstanding customer service

¨        Ability to maintain a fair, consistent set of standards as they apply to work force

¨        Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment

¨        Ability to maintain records and documentation pertaining to work force

¨        Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, understandable manner, and listen attentively to others, understand material, and provide instructions to all employees

¨       Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job

Requirements:

¨        Ability to work a full-time schedule including nights, weekends, and holiday

¨        Retail management experience required

¨        Ability to handle multi-million dollar sales volume

¨        Strong interpersonal, communication,

¨        Availability to travel

 The position offers a competitive salary.  Benefits include monthly bonuses, company paid medical, dental, vision, 401k plan, company car, cell phone and lap top.