CardVault by Tom Brady- District Manager Southwest

CardVault by Tom Brady; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CardVault by Tom Brady seeks a District Manager to lead multiple retail locations across the district. You will supervise Store Managers, coach leadership teams, and drive sales performance while upholding brand standards.

This role requires regular travel between stores and collaboration with HR and Operations on hiring and development. Success hinges on strong retail metrics analysis, decisive leadership, and ensuring a consistent customer experience across locations in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of retail management experience required; multi-unit management preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of sports and/or trading cards.
• Strong leadership to recruit, coach, and hold accountable a team.
• Analytical ability to translate retail metrics into actionable strategies.
• Capable of fast-paced decision making; travel between locations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; Shopify experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Directly oversee, coach, and develop all Store Managers within the district.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and development conversations.
• Partner with HR and Operations on hiring, onboarding, and succession planning for Store Managers.
• Foster accountability and continuous improvement across all stores.
• Identify internal talent pipelines and prepare high-potential teammates for advancement.
• Communicate company expectations, policies, and procedures across stores.
• Assist with store launches and training for new locations in the district.

Skills

Retail management

Multi-unit management

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Microsoft Office

Shopify

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Sales strategy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business/ Retail Management

Tools

Shopify

Retail POS systems

Job description

Position Summary

The District Manager serves as the primary operational leader for multiple CardVault retail locations, directly overseeing all Store Managers within the assigned district. This is a high-impact, highly visible leadership role responsible for driving consistent sales performance, operational excellence, and brand standards across multiple stores simultaneously. The District Manager acts as the critical link between store-level operations and senior leadership, translating company vision into day-to-day execution, coaching and developing Store Managers.This role requires significant travel between locations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Representative but not exhaustive. Other duties may be assigned as the business evolves.

• Directly oversee, coach, and develop all Store Managers within the assigned district; serve as their primary point of escalation and support.
• Conduct regular one-on-ones, performance reviews, and development conversations with Store Managers to build a high-performing district team.
• Partner with HR and the Director of Operations on hiring, onboarding, discipline, and succession planning for Store Manager roles.
• Foster a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement across all district locations.
• Identify and develop internal talent pipelines; prepare high-potential team members for advancement.
• Ensure consistent communication of company expectations, policies, and procedures across all stores.
• Responsible for assisting with store launch and employee training for any new store that opens within assigned district.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of retail management experience required, multi-unit management preferred. (collectible or, specialty retail strongly preferred)
• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, or related field preferred.
• A comprehensive knowledge of sports and/or trading cards
• Strong people leadership skills with demonstrated ability to recruit, coach, develop, and hold accountable a team.
• Excellent business acumen with the ability to analyze retail metrics and translate data into actionable strategies.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills; ability to act decisively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and retail business systems; Shopify experience a strong plus.
• Exceptional communication skills: written and verbal with the ability to influence across all levels of an organization.
• Ability to travel regularly between district locations; valid driver's license required.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by business needs.

Physical Demands, Work Environment & Schedule

• Significant travel between CardVault store locations within the assigned district is a core requirement of this role.
• Ability to maneuver around sales floors, stock rooms, and office environments across multiple store locations.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs using proper lifting techniques.
• Extended use of computer, phone, and video conferencing tools for communication and reporting.
• Non-standard hours are a regular expectation including evenings, weekends, and holidays required based on district needs and store schedules.

Summary

CardVault by Tom Brady is redefining the sports collectibles industry. Founded in 2020, CardVault quickly became the premier destination for collectors, offering a first-of-its-kind retail experience centered on authenticity, innovation, and community. Now, with seven-time Super Bowl Champion and global icon Tom Brady, CardVault is set to scale like never before- bringing its elite retail concept to major sports and entertainment hubs across the U.S. and beyond.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes team members with various backgrounds and experiences. We believe this enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout the community. All are encouraged to apply.

CardVault by Tom Brady is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.