Store Manager - Chicago

Jenni Kayne

$80K — $90K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years retail store management experience
  • Proven understanding of retail's business development and operations
  • Experience organizing small-scale community events
  • Availability to work during peak periods (weekends, holidays)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Organized with a can-do attitude, detail-oriented thinker
  • Knowledgeable in POS and inventory management systems, Microsoft Word, and Excel
  • Comfortable training and developing employees
  • Ability to lift 20 pounds or more occasionally

Responsibilities

  • Lead the store team to create a consistent and compelling customer experience
  • Drive store sales performance through excellent customer service and community partnerships
  • Ensure effective communication of the Jenni Kayne brand and encourage customer engagement
  • Be accountable for business performance and execute company directives
  • Maintain high operational standards, including attention to detail and inventory accuracy
  • Collaborate with Senior Managers on in-store events that enhance sales
  • Develop and evaluate store associates through performance management

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Mentorship culture fostering strong team relationships
  • Dynamic work environment within a reputable brand
  • Engagement in community-focused initiatives and events
Full Job Description
As the Jenni Kayne Store Manager, your primary responsibilities include the following:
  • Serve as leadership figure for the store, setting the tone for compelling and consistent customer experience and positive employee culture
  • Achieve successful store sales performance at or above sales plan expectations through maintaining excellent customer service standards, being forward thinking with business building initiatives, and developing relationships and partnerships within the community
  • Ensure store team is effectively communicating the Jenni Kayne brand to customers, demonstrating knowledge of both fashion and home components of the brand and encouraging customers to engage with us through Jenni Kayne Rewards and our social media outlets
  • Be accountable to all areas of the business, communicating feedback in a productive manner and executing all company directives to drive sales results
  • Maintain exceptional operational standards, namely immaculate attention to detail and inventory accuracy
  • Partner with Senior Managers to coordinate in-shop events that drive attendance and sales revenue
  • Evaluate and develop store associate's through performance management and provide regular and clear feedback. Recognize strengths and coach opportunities
  • Anticipate hiring needs and ensure recruitment of best profiles for store; manage all scheduling, time off and payroll for the store
  • Provide thorough training of team members and ensure seamless on boarding process for new associates
  • Be a mentor to your team and peers. Strive to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with all Jenni Kayne employees

Qualifications and Requirements:
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in retail store management
  • Proven understanding of all facets of retail, including business development, visual merchandising and store operations
  • Experience executing small scale events and engaging a community around a local business
  • Willingness and availability to work during peak business periods - weekends, holidays, etc.
  • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Entrepreneurial thinker, detail oriented, organized with a can-do attitude
  • Knowledge and experience with POS and Inventory Management systems, Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Comfortable training, providing feedback and developing employees
  • Must be able to lift and move heavy objects (20 pounds or more) from time to time as required

This job description is not all inclusive. In addition, Kayne LLC dba Jenni Kayne reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.

The annual base salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000. The base salary is determined by experience, education, skills, and location.

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