Store Manager - Los Angeles Pop-Up

STORE MANAGERLA POP-UP | OCTOBER 2026 | AUSTRALIAN MENSWEAR BRANDThis is one of the fastest-rising menswear labels out of Australia right now, building serious cultural momentum and quickly becoming a name in trending men's fashion. This October, the brand is bringing that energy to LA for a one week takeover, and we're looking for a Store Manager who can lead a team through a high-visibility, high-intensity run and make it unforgettable.This is a short, fast-moving pop-up in one of the most competitive retail neighborhoods in the world, every day matters. We need someone who leads with energy, moves fast, and knows how to build real hype on the floor.The RoleAs Store Manager, you'll lead the on-the-ground team for the full one-week LA run, setting the tone, driving performance, and making sure the brand's first real SoCal moment lands exactly the way it should. You'll own the floor, the team, and the numbers.This role is built for someone who thrives under pressure, loves the intensity of a short, high-stakes run, and knows how to turn a pop-up into a cultural moment people talk about after it's gone.Profile of the Ideal CandidateHigh-energy and culturally plugged in, genuinely knows menswear, streetwear, and what's actually trending right nowA natural hype-builder who can get a team fired up and keep that energy consistent across a demanding 2-week runConfident, decisive, and thrives under pressure, this is a short window with no room for a slow startStrong personal style and presence that reflects the brand's identityComfortable leading a team fast, with minimal ramp-up time before doors openDetail-oriented enough to keep tight inventory and operations dialed in during a short, limited-stock run Key RequirementsPrior experience in a retail leadership role (Store Manager, Assistant Manager, or Keyholder) is required*Menswear or streetwear retail background strongly preferredComfortable operating in a fast-paced, limited-run pop-up environment, this isn't a slow-build retail rolloutAvailable for the full 2-week run in October, including evenings and weekendsBased in or able to work on-site in Los Angeles for the full duration What You'll OwnTeam Leadership & DevelopmentLead a fast-onboarded team, getting everyone brand-ready and floor-ready in a compressed timelineSet the energy and tone for the entire run, this team needs to feel the hype, not just sell productBuild and manage the staff schedule to keep the floor fully covered and energized across all operating hours Customer ExperienceCreate a high-energy, culturally credible experience that matches how this brand is perceived in the marketTurn walk-ins into genuine fans — this is about building brand loyalty in a short window, not just closing salesPersonally handle key moments and VIP/press visits with the polish the brand's rising profile demands Sales PerformanceOwn aggressive sales performance across a compressed window, every day counts toward the pop-up's successRead the floor in real time and adjust team focus and stock presentation to keep momentum building dailyReport daily performance and customer insight back to the brand/RFTP point of contact Visual Merchandising & Brand PresentationMaintain sharp, trend-forward visual merchandising that reflects the brand's fast-rising identityKeep the space feeling fresh and energized throughout the full run, not just on opening day Operations & Store ManagementOwn daily opening/closing procedures and tight inventory tracking across a limited-stock pop-up run Manage stock deliveries and replenishment closely given the compressed timeline and limited inventoryLead full close-out procedures at the end of the run, including final inventory reconciliation and space breakdownServe as the primary on-site point of contact for any operational issues during the run Success MetricsStrong sales performance across the durationReal, visible brand buzz and engagement generated during the activationA high-energy, well-run floor from open to close, every day of the runClean, accurate close-out at the end of the pop-upWhy You'll Love Working Here Competitive hourly compensationEmployee discountA ground-floor seat at one of the most talked-about menswear brands coming out of Australia right now, as it makes its move into USA Ready to Join Us?We'd love to meet you. Please submit your resume for consideration. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to anticipated volume.Start Date: October 2026 (LA activation)