Area Manager - Orland Park

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit & Retain Talent: Hire, onboard, and mentor high-performing store managers and teams across your region.
• Develop Leaders: Invest in training and performance development to cultivate strong, growth-minded leaders.
• Foster Culture: Ensure a positive, energetic, and inclusive environment aligned with AKIRA's values.
• Elevate the Experience: Ensure AKIRA's 5 Steps of Selling are executed consistently across all stores.
• Lead Through Action: Provide hands-on support, set clear expectations, and deliver real-time coaching and feedback.
• Set and Exceed Goals: Own and drive sales performance daily, weekly, and monthly to surpass area objectives.
• Maintain Excellence: Ensure top-tier store presentation, visual standards, inventory practices, and customer service across all locations.
• Enforce Standards: Enforce AKIRA policies and Code of Conduct with fairness, consistency, and integrity.
• Promote Collaboration: Build strong relationships across your stores to share best practices, solve challenges, and fuel team success.

What You Bring

• 2+ years of multi-store or area management experience in retail or fashion.
• A passion for fashion and an eye for trend-driven merchandising.
• A bold, entrepreneurial spirit and strong work ethic.
• Inspiring leadership and a proven ability to manage, coach, and motivate multiple teams.
• Strong time management, communication, and organizational skills.
• The ability to adapt quickly, take initiative, and act with urgency.
• Deep knowledge of visual merchandising, store operations, and customer service excellence.
• Confidence in using data to drive decisions and measure performance.
• The ability to lead by example, take ownership, and go above and beyond.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including 10–12-hour shifts.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive benefits for full-time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and a generous employee discount.
• We are committed to internal growth, providing meaningful development and career advancement opportunities.

Job Type

Full-Time

Additional Information

We may utilize AI-assisted and automated tools as part of the recruiting and hiring process. All employment decisions are made in compliance with applicable laws and without discrimination.