Store Manager - Allen Edmonds

Caleres • Natick, MA

3d

About The Position

Allen Edmonds is seeking an experienced, motivated retail leader to oversee a store and deliver an engaged customer experience while meeting business goals. The Store Manager uses store leadership and operational expertise to meet or exceed financial objectives, including sales, payroll, and shrink goals. The role also manages the associate lifecycle, from talent attraction and outreach through training, development, and reengagement.

The Store Manager ensures that the in-store experience reflects Allen Edmonds brand standards and exceeds customer expectations for service, knowledge, and quality. The role leads the implementation of company plans and strategies, manages operational and merchandising initiatives, and supports compliance requirements. Compensation includes guaranteed hourly earnings with the opportunity for uncapped commissions; eligible managers may also earn a monthly incentive bonus when the store meets required sales and performance goals.

Requirements

• 2–3 years of retail management experience in a comparable brand environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports, regulations, and other legal documents.
• Ability to effectively present information to retail store associates and customers.
• Ability to partner with national and regional leadership, peers, and business support personnel, including Human Resources and Store & Facilities management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Self-starter able to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced, team environment, with a customer-service focus.
• Proficiency with general computer use and Microsoft Office, and ability to learn and retain details about unfamiliar proprietary systems.
• Ability to perform register functions and expert cash handling.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 40 lbs. from floor level to above shoulder height using appropriate equipment and safety techniques.
• Ability to meet the demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting.
• Ability to remain mobile on the sales floor for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales, payroll, and shrink goals for the designated location.
• Achieve operational and merchandising initiatives and meet compliance requirements.
• Maintain a consistent in-store experience aligned with the Allen Edmonds brand and customer expectations for service, knowledge, and quality.
• Implement and execute company plans and strategies in the assigned store.
• Attract, select, develop, and retain high-caliber associates from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
• Lead annual and midyear performance reviews.
• Embody Allen Edmonds’ core business competencies: brand standards, drive and motivation, a solutions-based mindset, an engaged customer experience, and collaboration.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed to meet the needs of the business.

Benefits

• Uncapped commissions in addition to guaranteed hourly earnings.
• Eligibility for a monthly incentive bonus when store sales and performance goals are met.
• 30% associate discount across Caleres retail stores, with additional seasonal discounts on Allen Edmonds products.
• Dayforce Wallet access to earned pay without fees.
• Employee assistance programs offering emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, and financial resources.
• Education assistance of up to $7,500 per year for full-time associates.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Health benefits.
• 401(k).

What This Job Offers

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