Store Mgr

Aeropostale • Lakewood, CA

2d • $47,740 - $68,200

About The Position

The Store Manager is responsible for building a high-performing team, creating an excellent customer experience, and managing all aspects of store operations to achieve sales and profitability goals. The role hires and trains associates to represent the brand, develops and engages managers and associates, and fosters a positive store environment. The Store Manager reports to the District Manager.

The position uses statistical information and market knowledge to set action plans, maximize sales, meet customer-service and operational goals, and address the store’s strengths and challenges. It also oversees talent development, team performance, merchandising standards, scheduling, and controllable expenses. The Store Manager may perform point-of-sale transactions on designated shifts and carry out management functions when the Assistant Manager is absent.

The role requires flexible availability to meet business needs, including evenings and weekends. Occasional travel to other store locations and attendance at district meetings may be required. The listed pay range is USD $47,740–$68,200 per year.

Requirements

• Proven track record of exceeding sales and statistical expectations.
• Flexible availability to meet business needs, including evenings and weekends.
• May require occasional travel to other store locations and attendance at district meetings.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years as a Store Manager in a similar-volume apparel business (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Use statistical information and market knowledge to create action plans and achieve financial, customer-service, and operational goals while addressing the store’s strengths and challenges.
• Demonstrate product knowledge, selling skills, and operational skills to maximize sales.
• Engage with customers and use company tools to build relationships and brand loyalty.
• Attract, develop, and retain talented associates.
• Motivate and engage teams by identifying their strengths.
• Give and receive feedback to improve performance and develop team members.
• Communicate clear expectations and hold the store team and self accountable for results.
• Consistently meet store merchandising and operational standards.
• Oversee controllable expenses, including payroll and training, to increase profitability.
• Build trust with the team across differing beliefs, values, and perspectives.
• Remain composed when facing challenges and unforeseen circumstances.
• Provide leadership or assistance with floor sets, window changes, and other merchandising and visual expectations.
• Perform POS transactions on designated shifts and execute management functions when the Assistant Manager is absent.
• Schedule employees according to their strengths to maximize productivity.
• Model the company’s values of respect, integrity, teamwork, compassion, accountability, and inclusivity.

Benefits

• Eligible for a bonus under the Management Incentive Plan.
• Competitive benefits package for eligible associates, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, term life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and a 401(k) with company match.
• Associate discount on merchandise at all Catalyst Brands for all associates.
• Eligible associates with paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year.
• Store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday receive additional compensation.

What This Job Offers

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