AKIRA
Store Manager – Water Tower
Join AKIRA as a Store Manager at our Water Tower location.
AKIRA was founded in 2002 and has grown to 35+ stores across the United States. We pride ourselves on obsessively meeting customer needs and fostering an owning mindset among all employees.
Position Overview Store Managers are fanatical salespeople driven by goals and dedicated to servant leadership. They ensure customers are styled by knowledgeable experts, recruit and develop top‑tier talent, and lead by example to achieve both personal and store objectives.
Essential Functions
Recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding exceptional employees and managers.
Training, mentoring, and retaining top‑tier talent to foster growth and excellence.
Cultivating and maintaining a positive and energized store atmosphere.
Elevating the selling culture by championing AKIRA's 5 Steps of Selling.
Providing timely, constructive feedback both in real‑time and through written communication.
Inspiring and motivating employees and managers to perform at their best.
Ensuring seamless store operations and maintaining impeccable visual presentation aligned with AKIRA standards.
Upholding and enforcing all AKIRA policies with consistency and integrity.
Exceeding individual sales goals with enthusiasm and determination.
Driving the store's daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals to surpass expectations.
Leading by example to embody and promote AKIRA's culture and Code of Conduct through the 4 Principles.
Qualifications
Minimum 1 year of experience in store management.
Passion for fashion and a keen eye for trends.
Unwavering work ethic and dedication to excellence.
Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide a team.
Exceptional communication and organizational abilities.
High motivation coupled with a proactive sense of urgency.
Expertise in supervising, motivating, and effectively directing employees.
Flexibility to adapt to new directions and embrace change with enthusiasm.
Comprehensive knowledge of visual merchandising and superior customer service practices.
Strong understanding of store operations, including inventory management, loss prevention, retail systems, and budget preparation.
The ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, where a hands‑on approach drives success.
A collaborative mindset, fostering strong and sustainable relationships with employees and managers.
Physical Requirements
Move product, supplies and/or boxes repetitively; ability to push, pull, lift a maximum of 50 lbs. as needed.
Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time, including a 10–12 hour shift.
Diversity & Inclusion AKIRA believes in treating everyone with first‑class respect, cultivating an inclusive environment where differences, ideas, and experiences are valued.
Benefits & Perks Competitive benefits for full‑time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and employee discount. AKIRA also offers career enrichment opportunities.
Job Details Job Type: Full Time Salary: $55,000+ annually, adjustable based on experience and qualifications. Location: Water Tower, AKIRA.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Sales and Business Development
Industries Retail Apparel and Fashion
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AKIRA was founded in 2002 and has grown to 35+ stores across the United States. We pride ourselves on obsessively meeting customer needs and fostering an owning mindset among all employees.
Position Overview Store Managers are fanatical salespeople driven by goals and dedicated to servant leadership. They ensure customers are styled by knowledgeable experts, recruit and develop top‑tier talent, and lead by example to achieve both personal and store objectives.
Essential Functions
Recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding exceptional employees and managers.
Training, mentoring, and retaining top‑tier talent to foster growth and excellence.
Cultivating and maintaining a positive and energized store atmosphere.
Elevating the selling culture by championing AKIRA's 5 Steps of Selling.
Providing timely, constructive feedback both in real‑time and through written communication.
Inspiring and motivating employees and managers to perform at their best.
Ensuring seamless store operations and maintaining impeccable visual presentation aligned with AKIRA standards.
Upholding and enforcing all AKIRA policies with consistency and integrity.
Exceeding individual sales goals with enthusiasm and determination.
Driving the store's daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals to surpass expectations.
Leading by example to embody and promote AKIRA's culture and Code of Conduct through the 4 Principles.
Qualifications
Minimum 1 year of experience in store management.
Passion for fashion and a keen eye for trends.
Unwavering work ethic and dedication to excellence.
Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide a team.
Exceptional communication and organizational abilities.
High motivation coupled with a proactive sense of urgency.
Expertise in supervising, motivating, and effectively directing employees.
Flexibility to adapt to new directions and embrace change with enthusiasm.
Comprehensive knowledge of visual merchandising and superior customer service practices.
Strong understanding of store operations, including inventory management, loss prevention, retail systems, and budget preparation.
The ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, where a hands‑on approach drives success.
A collaborative mindset, fostering strong and sustainable relationships with employees and managers.
Physical Requirements
Move product, supplies and/or boxes repetitively; ability to push, pull, lift a maximum of 50 lbs. as needed.
Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time, including a 10–12 hour shift.
Diversity & Inclusion AKIRA believes in treating everyone with first‑class respect, cultivating an inclusive environment where differences, ideas, and experiences are valued.
Benefits & Perks Competitive benefits for full‑time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and employee discount. AKIRA also offers career enrichment opportunities.
Job Details Job Type: Full Time Salary: $55,000+ annually, adjustable based on experience and qualifications. Location: Water Tower, AKIRA.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Sales and Business Development
Industries Retail Apparel and Fashion
Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AKIRA.
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