Store Manager - Cal

Aeropostale • Cerritos, CA

11h • $23 - $33

About The Position

The Store Manager is responsible for building a strong team, delivering an excellent customer experience, and managing all aspects of store operations to achieve sales and profitability goals. The role includes hiring and training associates, developing and engaging managers and associates, and creating a positive store environment. The Store Manager reports to the District Manager.

The manager uses sales, customer-service, operational, and market information to set action plans; supports product knowledge and selling; builds customer relationships and brand loyalty; and attracts, develops, and retains talent. The role also oversees store standards, merchandising, scheduling, controllable expenses, and team accountability. The Store Manager may perform point-of-sale transactions on designated shifts and carry out management functions when the Assistant Manager is absent.

The position requires flexible availability, including evenings and weekends. Occasional travel to other store locations and attendance at district meetings may be required.

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

• 2+ 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, addressing the store’s strengths and challenges.
• Demonstrate product knowledge, selling, and operational skills to maximize sales.
• Engage customers and build relationships and brand loyalty using company tools.
• Attract, develop, and retain top talent.
• 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.
• Ensure store merchandising and operational standards are consistently met.
• Oversee controllable expenses, including payroll and training, to increase profitability.
• Build trust with the team when beliefs, values, or perspectives differ.
• 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, if eligible, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Term life insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays, subject to eligibility.
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Associate discount on merchandise at all Catalyst Brands.
• Eligible associates may receive 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