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Store Manager - New York City Flagship
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Retail For The People .
Location: Manhattan, NY. Salary: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00.
Join one of the fastest-growing international premium fashion brands as it expands across the United States. Female‑founded and purpose‑led, this contemporary fashion house has built a devoted global following for its refined silhouettes, natural fibers, thoughtful detailing, and conscious design ethos.
As the brand breaks into the U.S. retail landscape, we are seeking a best‑in‑class Store Manager to build, lead, and elevate the New York City flagship location. This is a rare opportunity to help define a brand’s presence in one of the most influential fashion markets in the world.
THE ROLE As the Store Manager, you will be the heartbeat of the flagship—responsible for driving leadership, culture, customer experience, sales performance, operational excellence, and sophisticated brand presentation. You will build and coach a high‑performing team while ensuring the store delivers a truly world‑class retail experience. This role is ideal for an ambitious, entrepreneurial, high‑touch leader with a track record in luxury or contemporary fashion retail.
PROFILE OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
A seasoned retail professional with a passion for world‑class customer experiences
A people‑focused leader who inspires, develops, and elevates high‑performing teams
Entrepreneurial and commercially minded, with proven sales leadership
Operationally excellent, detail‑oriented, and unafraid to build from the ground up
Energized by fast‑paced environments and capable of owning full‑floor responsibility
Key Requirements
2+ years Store Manager experience within luxury or contemporary fashion, ideally managing $2M+ volume
Experience leading, motivating, and developing teams to exceed sales targets
Strong understanding of retail operations, VM, clienteling, customer service excellence, and loss prevention
Familiarity with Shopify POS, RFID systems, Microsoft Office (preferred, not required)
Ability to work a full‑time retail schedule including weekends/evenings (Tue–Sat schedule required)
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
A strong book of business within the NYC or Tri‑State market (highly advantageous)
What You’ll Own Leadership & Culture
Lead, coach, and inspire a passionate team to exceed sales, service, and operational expectations
Deliver in‑the‑moment training, coaching, redirects, and development conversations
Build a culture of accountability, empowerment, emotional intelligence, and excellence
Operational Excellence
Own store KPIs, people management, inventory accuracy, and operational execution
Ensure compliance with all processes, policies, and standards
Maintain seamless daily operations across opening, closing, and reporting
Customer & Client Experience
Create an elevated, intentional, high‑touch customer experience that builds loyalty and repeat business
Foster a client‑first environment focused on connection, styling, and experiential retail
Visual Merchandising & Brand Presentation
Curate the store’s visual presentation to reflect the brand’s aesthetic and commercial priorities
Ensure every detail—from merchandising to floor layouts—supports conversion, UPT, and AUR
Business Growth & Community Activation
Partner with regional leadership to design and execute in‑store events, activations, and influencer programming
Leverage local relationships and your personal network to drive traffic, engagement, and cultural relevance
Identify business opportunities and implement strategies to fuel long‑term growth
SUCCESS METRICS
Achievement of sales, conversion, UPT, and AUR goals
High levels of customer satisfaction, loyalty, and repeat engagement
A cohesive, motivated, high-performing store team
Consistent operational excellence and elevated brand presentation
Strong local community presence and store-level cultural influence
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
Competitive salary
Generous monthly wardrobe allowance
Employee discount
A supportive, female‑led, purpose‑driven culture rooted in empowerment and excellence
READY TO JOIN US? We’d love to meet you. Please submit your resume for consideration. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to anticipated volume.
We believe the strongest teams are diverse teams. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share a passion for intentional fashion, elevated retail, and thoughtful leadership.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other
Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting
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Store Manager - New York City Flagship
role at
Retail For The People .
Location: Manhattan, NY. Salary: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00.
Join one of the fastest-growing international premium fashion brands as it expands across the United States. Female‑founded and purpose‑led, this contemporary fashion house has built a devoted global following for its refined silhouettes, natural fibers, thoughtful detailing, and conscious design ethos.
As the brand breaks into the U.S. retail landscape, we are seeking a best‑in‑class Store Manager to build, lead, and elevate the New York City flagship location. This is a rare opportunity to help define a brand’s presence in one of the most influential fashion markets in the world.
THE ROLE As the Store Manager, you will be the heartbeat of the flagship—responsible for driving leadership, culture, customer experience, sales performance, operational excellence, and sophisticated brand presentation. You will build and coach a high‑performing team while ensuring the store delivers a truly world‑class retail experience. This role is ideal for an ambitious, entrepreneurial, high‑touch leader with a track record in luxury or contemporary fashion retail.
PROFILE OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
A seasoned retail professional with a passion for world‑class customer experiences
A people‑focused leader who inspires, develops, and elevates high‑performing teams
Entrepreneurial and commercially minded, with proven sales leadership
Operationally excellent, detail‑oriented, and unafraid to build from the ground up
Energized by fast‑paced environments and capable of owning full‑floor responsibility
Key Requirements
2+ years Store Manager experience within luxury or contemporary fashion, ideally managing $2M+ volume
Experience leading, motivating, and developing teams to exceed sales targets
Strong understanding of retail operations, VM, clienteling, customer service excellence, and loss prevention
Familiarity with Shopify POS, RFID systems, Microsoft Office (preferred, not required)
Ability to work a full‑time retail schedule including weekends/evenings (Tue–Sat schedule required)
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
A strong book of business within the NYC or Tri‑State market (highly advantageous)
What You’ll Own Leadership & Culture
Lead, coach, and inspire a passionate team to exceed sales, service, and operational expectations
Deliver in‑the‑moment training, coaching, redirects, and development conversations
Build a culture of accountability, empowerment, emotional intelligence, and excellence
Operational Excellence
Own store KPIs, people management, inventory accuracy, and operational execution
Ensure compliance with all processes, policies, and standards
Maintain seamless daily operations across opening, closing, and reporting
Customer & Client Experience
Create an elevated, intentional, high‑touch customer experience that builds loyalty and repeat business
Foster a client‑first environment focused on connection, styling, and experiential retail
Visual Merchandising & Brand Presentation
Curate the store’s visual presentation to reflect the brand’s aesthetic and commercial priorities
Ensure every detail—from merchandising to floor layouts—supports conversion, UPT, and AUR
Business Growth & Community Activation
Partner with regional leadership to design and execute in‑store events, activations, and influencer programming
Leverage local relationships and your personal network to drive traffic, engagement, and cultural relevance
Identify business opportunities and implement strategies to fuel long‑term growth
SUCCESS METRICS
Achievement of sales, conversion, UPT, and AUR goals
High levels of customer satisfaction, loyalty, and repeat engagement
A cohesive, motivated, high-performing store team
Consistent operational excellence and elevated brand presentation
Strong local community presence and store-level cultural influence
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
Competitive salary
Generous monthly wardrobe allowance
Employee discount
A supportive, female‑led, purpose‑driven culture rooted in empowerment and excellence
READY TO JOIN US? We’d love to meet you. Please submit your resume for consideration. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to anticipated volume.
We believe the strongest teams are diverse teams. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share a passion for intentional fashion, elevated retail, and thoughtful leadership.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other
Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting
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