District Manager , Upstate NY

KnitWell Group • Albany, NY

2d • $106,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

LOFT is seeking a District Manager to oversee store operations in the Upstate New York area. The role is responsible for driving profitability across multiple stores through a focus on customer experience, business operations, product management, and talent development. The District Manager ensures the district runs smoothly and achieves its goals while fostering a customer-focused and inclusive culture.

The position is based in field management for LOFT stores in the Rochester, New York area. It is listed as regular, full-time, with a pay range of $106,000 to $130,000 USD. The company is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of specialty retail experience.
• Multi-store management experience.
• Strong people-management skills.
• Technology proficiency and strong business acumen.
• Ability to travel and manage time appropriately between multiple store locations.

Nice To Haves

• Enjoys coaching and developing talent.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a customer-focused environment that consistently delivers exceptional customer experiences.
• Inspire, educate, and coach associates to use brand behaviors to create genuine customer connections.
• Foster an inclusive culture where associates feel welcome and engaged.
• Oversee recruiting, hiring, and development of diverse management-level talent across the district.
• Conduct regular store visits to assess operations and guide store management.
• Educate store management on marketing initiatives, product placement, lifestyle concepts, and product knowledge.
• Build a strong operational partnership with store managers to achieve goals.
• Ensure all district stores maintain high merchandising and operational standards.
• Oversee product-management directives, including execution of pricing strategies.
• Analyze business reports and develop strategies to maximize performance.
• Promote community involvement by supporting company-sponsored events and philanthropic initiatives.

Benefits

• Merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Local volunteer opportunities and annual donation and volunteer matching for eligible nonprofit organizations.
• Philanthropic activities supporting communities.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed