Store Manager - Kingston

Levi Strauss & Co.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Uniform support

Paid time off

Wellbeing support

Leadership development

Job summary

Levi Strauss & Co. is seeking a Store Manager in Kingston Upon Thames, UK. You will have full accountability for the store’s commercial performance, people, and operations, leading from the front and upholding the Levi’s® brand values.

You will drive profitable growth, manage a high‑performing team, and ensure outstanding customer service while maintaining brand standards and visual presentation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience successfully leading a retail store in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong commercial mindset with track record of driving KPIs and controlling costs.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, engage, and retain high‑performing teams.
• Solid understanding of HR policies, people processes, and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Own the store’s profit and loss by identifying and delivering commercial opportunities.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high‑performing store team to deliver exceptional service.
• Analyse commercial data and KPIs, turning insights into actions to drive performance.
• Monitor store performance with regular updates to the District Manager and robust action plans.
• Take ownership of stock management, payroll, rotas, and admin processes.
• Recruit, onboard, and develop high‑calibre team members aligned with brand values.

Skills

Store leadership

Retail analytics

People management

HR policies

Operational excellence

Tools

Payroll management

Stock control

Job description

About Us

Levi Strauss & Co. is an iconic company with brands that are loved around the world. Here, you can be yourself and be part of something bigger. You can do what you love while staying true to who you are. Come find your fit – and your future – at LS&Co.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Store Manager, you’ll have full accountability for the commercial performance, people, and operations of your store. You’ll lead from the front, represent the Levi’s® brand every day, and create a high‑performing, inclusive environment where both people and business thrive.

Here’s how you’ll make it happen:

• Owning the store’s profit and loss performance by identifying and delivering commercial and profit‑driving opportunities
• Leading, motivating, and developing a high‑performing store team to deliver exceptional customer service and results
• Analysing commercial data and KPIs, turning insight into clear actions to drive performance
• Monitoring store performance through reporting and regular updates to the District Manager, supported by robust action plans
• Taking full responsibility for store operations including stock management, payroll, rotas, and administrative processes
• Recruiting, onboarding, and developing high‑calibre team members who live the Levi’s® brand and values
• Creating a strong leadership bench through coaching, training, and succession planning
• Ensuring consistently high standards of visual merchandising, brand presentation, and operational excellence
• Acting as a brand ambassador, leading by example and embedding our culture and values in everything you do

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine passion for the Levi’s® brand and a strong alignment with our values
• Proven experience successfully leading a retail store in a fast‑paced environment
• A strong commercial mindset with a track record of driving KPIs and controlling costs
• Demonstrated ability to develop, engage, and retain high‑performing teams
• Solid understanding of HR policies, people processes, and employee relations
• Strong operational knowledge across stock, admin, payroll, and compliance
• Confidence making decisions, taking ownership, and leading through change
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays

What’s in It for You

• Competitive pay, with performance-based incentives aligned to your role and impact
• Generous employee discount and uniform support to represent Levi’s® with confidence
• Paid time off and public holidays in line with local legislation
• Access to wellbeing support, including mental health resources and employee assistance programmes
• Ongoing leadership development, coaching, and clear pathways for career progression
• The opportunity to lead within a purpose-driven, inclusive brand that celebrates individuality and supports communities

_ Benefits and reward offerings may vary by country and are aligned with local market practices. _

LS&Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success.

LOCATION

Kingston Upon Thames, UK

TIME TYPE

Full time