District Manager

Minis; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MINISO is seeking a District Manager to lead 8–16 stores within a defined geographic area, driving sales, profitability, and customer experience. The role involves coaching Store Managers, maintaining visual standards, and aligning district goals with company strategies.

Frequent travel within the district is required. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of multi-unit retail management experience, strong business acumen, and a proven ability to lead large teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Multi-store district leadership experience preferred.
• Strong P&L and labor management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead 8–16 stores across a district, ensuring standards and profitability.
• Drive sales and district performance through strategic planning and team motivation.
• Coach Store Managers and Area Managers to develop leadership and store execution.
• Oversee merchandising, marketing, and promotions within the district.
• Travel regularly within the assigned district to assess performance and coach teams.

Skills

Team leadership

P&L management

Communication

Travel readiness

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, or related field

Job description

Job Summary

The District Manager is responsible for leading a group of stores within a specific geographic area, ensuring operational excellence, driving sales and profitability, and fostering a culture that reflects MINISO’s core values. The District Manager will coach and develop Store Managers to deliver exceptional customer experiences, maintain visual display standards, and drive team performance.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead and manage a district of 8–16 stores, ensuring all operational and visual standards are met. In some cases, larger districts may have the support of an Area Manager.
• Drive sales and profitability through strategic planning, effective execution, and team motivation.
• Analyze financial reports and KPIs to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Recruit, hire, train, and retain high-performing Store Managers and Area Managers (if applicable) and assist in developing future leaders to support MINISO’s rapid growth.
• Conduct regular store visits to assess performance, provide coaching, and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Ensure all stores deliver consistent, outstanding customer service aligned with MINISO expectations.
• Implement and uphold all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Lead execution of all merchandising, marketing, and promotional initiatives in the district.
• Partner with corporate and regional leadership to align district goals with MINISO’s company strategies.
• Drive loss prevention awareness and shrink reduction efforts across all locations.

Additional Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and inspire large teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business acumen, including P&L management and labor control.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High level of integrity, initiative, and results-orientation.
• Ability to travel frequently within assigned district.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail Management, or a related field preferred.

• 3–5 years of multi-unit retail management experience; specialty or value retail preferred.

Pay Range

USD $72,100.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr.