Store Sales Manager - Katy

In 2002, AKIRA opened the doors to its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago. Since then, the company has extended its reach to 40+ stores across the United States, as well as a thriving eCommerce business (shopAKIRA.com). AKIRA is extremely well-poised for sustained growth as we continue to build a nationally recognized brand. AKIRA's culture prioritizes Other-Worldly Customer Service and Fanatical, Obsessive Attention to the consumer's needs and desires. The core principle for all employees is to Act and Think Like an Owner.

About the role

AKIRA Sales Managers are fanatical salespeople, goal-driven, and servant leaders. They ensure customers are styled by experts who are passionate about fashion. Managers relentlessly hire and train top-notch talent, leading by example to achieve personal and store goals while promoting AKIRA’s culture.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new employees and managers
• Training, developing, and retaining top-notch employees and managers
• Developing and maintaining high store morale
• Reinforcing and improving the selling culture through AKIRA’s 5 steps of selling
• Delivering in-the-moment and written feedback
• Acting as a supreme motivator for employees and managers
• Ensuring store operations and visual presentation meet AKIRA’s standards
• Upholding and enforcing all AKIRA policies
• Achieving and surpassing individual and store sales goals (daily, weekly, and monthly)
• Leading by example to promote AKIRA’s culture and code of conduct through our 4 principles

Requirements

• Passion for fashion
• Fanatical work ethic
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• High motivation and an appropriate sense of urgency
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in retail management
• Ability to supervise, motivate, and direct employees effectively
• Ability to adapt well to new direction and embrace change
• In-depth knowledge of visual merchandising and customer service
• In-depth knowledge of store operations, including inventory control, loss prevention, retail systems, and store budget preparation
• Ability to work in a highly entrepreneurial, hands-on environment
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with employees and managers

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move product, supplies, and/or boxes repetitively; push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including 10-12 hour shifts

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• Life and long-term disability (LTD) insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA)
• Flex Transit (CTA) benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous employee discount
• Meaningful development and career advancement opportunities