VP General Manager
About The Position
The Vice President/GM is responsible for driving the selling process and profitability by developing and managing effective store leadership. The role drives an elevated selling and service culture and develops and implements strategies to achieve operational excellence and results aligned with company goals. The VP supports and embeds company values in the New York Flagship’s culture, recognizing that organizational success is tied to store quality and performance, and works to create an inclusive store environment. The role oversees the New York Flagship’s selling process, sales and profit performance, operational execution, leadership development, and succession planning. The VP works with the Executive Committee on company goals, vision, and mission and reports under the direction of the Senior Vice President.
Requirements
- A four-year degree or equivalent experience.
- 15+ years of related management experience in retailing or other positions of increasing responsibility and volume.
- Willingness to travel and fly to meetings, summits, and client events as needed.
- Ability to engage in high-level teamwork and use interpersonal skills to get things done.
- Ability to drive positive outcomes through objectives and measures within the New York Flagship.
- Problem-solving and effective management skills.
- Intuitive, analytical, and creative approach.
- Strong strategic abilities.
- Ability to provide continuous feedback and elevate others’ performance through mentoring and coaching.
- Positive, solution-oriented, customer-focused mindset.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change.
- Attention to detail and ability to meet and exceed deadlines.
- Ability to collaborate with peers across multiple business verticals.
- Ability to inspire others through recommendations, build trust quickly, and gain cooperation with little disruption.
- Ability to develop others through vision and sense of purpose.
- People leadership focused on bringing out the best performance and potential in others.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the selling process and guide the store leadership team through regular in-person visits and communication.
- Drive sales, increase margins, control payroll expenses, and improve profitability in line with company goals.
- Build teams, foster a sense of community, and empower team members to manage their work.
- Build team morale and spirit, share successes, and encourage open dialogue.
- Devise strategies and plans to drive sales.
- Monitor the growth and progress of the New York Flagship.
- Partner with the Executive Committee to create company goals, vision, and mission.
- Ensure operational excellence by holding stores accountable for executing operational KPIs and metrics as directed by the New York Flagship Leadership Operations Team.
- Develop and coach Assistant Vice Presidents and prepare them and their teams for future growth assignments.
- Lead and develop a diverse team of Senior Leaders.
- Identify talent needs proactively and provide succession plans to build a pool of future leaders.
- Provide additional ad hoc support as needed.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Basic life insurance
- Supplemental life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Additional voluntary benefits, such as critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance
- Employee discount
- Bonus eligibility
- Career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
