District Manager in Training New Orleans, LA Must be relocatable to Texas

District Manager role focused on equipping General Managers to deliver sales, profit, engaged associates, and an exceptional customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Review targeted reports and store processes to identify sales and profit benchmarking opportunities across the district and within the region.
• Understand the competitive landscape by observing and studying other companies to learn about current initiatives and strategies.
• Assess General Managers and leadership teams to determine talent opportunities and impact on store performance.
• Engage General Managers in discussions regarding their strengths and development opportunities to improve team leadership and performance.
• Develop session plans by assessing talent across district leadership teams.
• Ensure full utilization of company training tools and hold teams accountable.
• Shape store culture by modeling core values and leadership capabilities.
• Champion technology use to enhance team efficiency and customer experience.
• Create an inspiring work environment that motivates team members to perform their best.
• Set clear expectations and drive accountability by addressing performance issues promptly.
• Embody and articulate the brand’s vision.
• Review and evaluate store environment standards and customer experience execution.
• Encourage team engagement and support for local community initiatives.
• Consistently meet performance standards for 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.
• 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.
• Works Collaboratively: Creates a culture of inclusion and collaboration, actively supporting teamwork and team spirit.

Benefits

• Eligible for bonus under the Management Incentive Plan.
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Term life insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays (eight paid holidays for eligible associates).
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Associate discount on JCPenney merchandise.

*Eligibility requirements for benefits are detailed at www.yourjcpbenefits.com.

About JCPenney

JCPenney is the shopping destination for diverse, working American families. With inclusivity at its core, the Company’s product assortment meets customers’ everyday needs and helps them commemorate special occasions with style, quality, and value. JCPenney offers fashion, apparel, home, beauty, and jewelry from national and private brands, along with personal services including salon, portrait, and optical. The Company and its 50,000 associates worldwide serve customers through jcp.com and more than 650 stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. In 2024, JCPenney celebrates 122 years as an iconic American brand by continuing its legacy of connecting with customers through shopping and community engagement.

Pay

USD $81,000.00 - USD $135,000.00 per year.