JC Penney

District Manager

JC Penney$117K — $195K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of managerial experience in retail or similar environments
  • Strong analytical skills for benchmarking sales and profit opportunities
  • Proven track record in coaching and developing leadership talent
  • Ability to shape store culture through effective team leadership
  • Experience in brand management and executing brand standards
  • Proficient in using technology to enhance customer experiences
  • Excellent communication and performance accountability skills

Responsibilities

  • Analyze sales and profit reports to identify improvement opportunities
  • Study competitive landscape to inform strategic decisions
  • Coach and develop General Managers to enhance team performance
  • Engage with leadership teams to assess and develop talent
  • Champion company training tools and hold teams accountable
  • Model core values and leadership across store teams
  • Foster a positive work environment that inspires excellence

Benefits

  • Eligible for bonus under the Management Incentive Plan
  • Comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage
  • Term life insurance
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • 401(k) plan with Company match
  • Employee discount on merchandise
  • Additional compensation for holiday work
Full Job Description
Overview

District Manager

The District Manager will ensure that each General Manager is equipped to deliver sales, profit, engaged associates & an exceptional customer experience.

Primary Responsibilities:

o Business Performance

o Review targeted reports and store processes to identify sales and profit benchmarking opportunities across the district & within the region.

o Understand the competitive landscape by observing and studying other companies to learn about current initiatives/strategies.

o Coaching/ Team Development

o Assesses General Managers and leadership team to determine talent opportunities and impact on store performance.

o Engages General Managers in discussions regarding their own strengths to leverage and opportunities to develop along with how better to lead and engage their teams towards extraordinary performance.

o Assessing talent across the district leadership teams to develop session plans.

o Ensures the use of company training tools are being fully utilized and teams are held accountable.

o Team Leadership

o Shapes the culture of the stores by modeling core values and leadership capabilities across store teams.

o Consistently uses and champions technology to impact team efficiency and the customer experience.

o Creates a work environment throughout the stores that inspires team members to do the best work of their lives.

o Sets clear expectations and drives accountability by taking immediate action on performance issues within the team.

o Brand Execution

o Embodies and articulates the vision of the brand.

o Reviews and evaluates the execution of store environment standards and the customer experience.

o Encourages team to engage and support their local community through store or company initiative.

o Performance Standards

o Consistently meets established performance standards for the role, including (but not limited to) product and service sales, customer service, productivity, and attendance.

Core Competencies:

Takes Accountability:
• Holds team accountable for performance, celebrates wins and empowers individuals to take responsibility for their work and pride in their accomplishments.

Thinks Critically:
• Provides opportunities for associates to participate in decisions affecting the company.

Drives Improvement
• Builds a diverse, high performing team, invests in their capabilities, and provides development opportunities and experiences.

Works Collaboratively
• Creates a culture of inclusion and collaboration, actively supporting teamwork and team spirit.

What you get:

Eligible for bonus under the Management Incentive Plan.

If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays*, and 401(k) with Company match. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on merchandise at all Catalyst Brands. For paid holidays, associates who are eligible for paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year. All store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday will receive additional compensation. *For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit www.catalystbrandsbenefits.com.

Pay Range

USD $117,000.00 - USD $195,000.00 /Yr.

About JC Penney

J.C. Penney Corporation, Inc. is a retail company that sells merchandise and services through its department stores and website. The company offers a range of products including clothing, footwear, jewelry, beauty products, electronics, and home furnishings. J.C. Penney operates in the United States and Puerto Rico.
Learn more about JC Penney
Size
90,000 employees
Market Cap
$112
Industry
Founded
1902
5 Year Trend
-180%
NASDAQ

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