Retail Store Manager, Sandro/Maje, Bloomingdale's, Walt Whitman Shops
About the role
As a Store Manager at SMCP, you'll lead a dynamic and client-centric environment, fostering a high-performing team culture that drives engagement, collaboration, and retention.
Responsibilities
Lead with vision by fostering a high-performing, positive team culture that drives engagement, collaboration, and retention.
Recruit, mentor, retain, and develop top talent, creating an environment where team members feel empowered, supported, and motivated to grow within the organization.
Act as the ultimate brand ambassador, inspiring your team to deliver exceptional customer service and create unforgettable styling experiences that reflect the brand’s identity.
Lead clienteling initiatives by demonstrating how to build meaningful, lasting relationships that elevate the in-store experience and drive customer loyalty.
Drive key performance indicators (KPIs), including achievement of commercial target, conversion rates, units per transaction (UPT), average basket size, appointment sales, and inventory shortage.
Motivate and guide the team to consistently meet sales goals, while identifying opportunities to improve performance and exceed expectations.
Ensure seamless operations across both front and back-of-house, managing processes with precision and attention to detail to optimize store efficiency.
Oversee and participate in daily operational tasks, ensuring compliance with company standards and fostering a smooth, organized workflow.
Leverage resources provided by corporate partners, serving as a key liaison between headquarters and your boutique to align strategies and maximize business success.
Implement corporate initiatives effectively, adapting them to meet the specific needs of your team and store while driving overall performance.
Requirements
2-3+ years of prior supervisory experience, preferably in luxury retail management.
Prior merchandising experience a plus.
Natural leader with strong coaching, communication, and people development skills.
Passionate about client relationships and creating a high-touch, personalized shopping experience.
Results-driven and strategic in decision-making, with a focus on achieving KPIs.
A strong recruiter who attracts top talent to build a high-performing team.
Achieve talent acquisition targets including open to hire percentage and hiring speed.
Achieves staff turnover goals.
Highly organized, adaptable, and solutions-oriented in managing store operations.
A brand ambassador who embodies SMCP’s core values and vision for modern luxury.
Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, is required.
Fully versed in front and back of house.
Qualifications
Passionate about client relationships and creating a high-touch, personalized shopping experience.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience with CRM systems and retail software.
Skills
Leadership and team management skills.
Customer service and client relationship management.
Merchandising and inventory management.
Operational efficiency and process improvement.
Strategic planning and goal setting.
Benefits
50% shopping discount on SMCP collections.
Seasonal wardrobe offering.
Cell phone contribution.
Comprehensive health, dental, life, and disability coverage.
Employer-matched 401(k) with immediate 100% vesting.
Flexible vacation, holiday, sick, and personal days.
Paid parental leave.
Pet benefits.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
MAVEN Family Planning.
Monthly and Seasonal Bonus Incentive Plan.
Pay
$75,000—$85,000 USD
Schedule
Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, is required.