Retail Manager

The Florida Panthers • Coral Springs, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of a high-volume retail operation at Panthers Ice Den. This role requires a hands-on retail professional with deep expertise in store management, merchandising, buying, inventory control, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will drive revenue, elevate the customer experience, and ensure operational excellence while supporting the Florida Panthers brand.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, or related field
• 7+ years of retail experience, including store management, buying, and planning
• 3+ years in a leadership role within a sports or entertainment retail environment
• Proven ability to manage all facets of a retail store operation
• Strong knowledge of retail operations, inventory management, and merchandising strategy
• Experience with Retail Pro POS or similar system
• Demonstrated leadership with the ability to train, motivate, and develop teams
• Highly organized with strong project management and multitasking abilities
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and driving profitability
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; adaptable to new systems
• Customer-focused with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

• Hockey and Figure equipment expertise preferred
• Familiarity with hockey and figure skating equipment and fitting

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations, including sales performance, merchandising, inventory, and customer service
• Manage the full merchandise lifecycle: buying, vendor relationships, product selection, and inventory planning
• Develop and execute budgets, monitor financial performance, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Lead, train, and develop retail staff; recruit and build a high-performing team
• Maintain optimal inventory levels through sales analysis, allocation, and replenishment strategies
• Partner with vendors and internal teams to ensure product quality, timely delivery, and strong assortments
• Create visually compelling, brand-aligned merchandising displays that enhance the shopping experience
• Ensure accuracy across purchase orders, reporting, and inventory systems
• Drive compliance with loss prevention, safety, and cash-handling procedures
• Deliver exceptional customer service and resolve issues professionally
• Collaborate across departments and support special projects as needed
• Travel between Panthers Ice Den, War Memorial, and Amerant Bank Arena as required

Benefits

• We strive to make every employee feel valued and respected for who they are and the unique contributions they make.
• We believe that a diverse and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful company, which is why we aim to infuse diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) into all aspects of our culture and our business.
• We welcome all to apply and join our team.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level