District Manager-Bench

Catalyst Brands; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Benefits package

Paid vacation

401(k) with company match

Employee discount

Job summary

Catalyst Brands is seeking a District Manager to equip General Managers to deliver sales, profit, engaged associates and an exceptional customer experience across the district. You will set expectations, drive accountability, and lead store teams to embody the brand in customer interactions and operations.

You will coach leaders, review performance, and ensure training tools are used effectively while coordinating with store teams to exceed targets and uphold standards.

Responsibilities

• Review targeted reports and store processes to identify sales and profit benchmarking opportunities across the district and within the region.
• Coach and develop General Managers, assessing leadership strengths and opportunities for growth.
• Engage General Managers in discussions on strengths and development plans to drive extraordinary performance.
• Ensure use of training tools and hold teams accountable for results.
• Shape store culture by modeling core values and leading across store teams.
• Drive customer experience and brand execution while leveraging technology to improve efficiency.
• Create a work environment that inspires teams to perform at their best and meet performance standards.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team Development

Brand Execution

Accountability

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Performance Improvement

Job description

Overview

District Manager

The District Manager will ensure that each General Manager is equipped to deliver sales, profit, engaged associates & an exceptional customer experience.

Primary Responsibilities

• Business Performance
• Review targeted reports and store processes to identify sales and profit benchmarking opportunities across the district & within the region.
• Understand the competitive landscape by observing and studying other companies to learn about current initiatives/strategies.
• Coaching/ Team Development
• Assesses General Managers and leadership team to determine talent opportunities and impact on store performance.
• Engages General Managers in discussions regarding their own strengths to leverage and opportunities to develop along with how better to lead and engage their teams towards extraordinary performance.
• Assessing talent across the district leadership teams to develop session plans.
• Ensures the use of company training tools are being fully utilized and teams are held accountable.
• Team Leadership
• Shapes the culture of the stores by modeling core values and leadership capabilities across store teams.
• Consistently uses and champions technology to impact team efficiency and the customer experience.
• Creates a work environment throughout the stores that inspires team members to do the best work of their lives.
• Sets clear expectations and drives accountability by taking immediate action on performance issues within the team.
• Brand Execution
• Embodies and articulates the vision of the brand.
• Reviews and evaluates the execution of store environment standards and the customer experience.
• Encourages team to engage and support their local community through store or company initiative.
• Performance Standards
• Consistently meets established performance standards for the role, including (but not limited to) product and service sales, customer service, productivity, and attendance.

Core Competencies

Takes Accountability

Holds team accountable for performance, celebrates wins and empowers individuals to take responsibility for their work and pride in their accomplishments.

Thinks Critically

Provides opportunities for associates to participate in decisions affecting the company.

Drives Improvement

Builds a diverse, high performing team, invests in their capabilities, and provides development opportunities and experiences.

Works Collaboratively

Creates a culture of inclusion and collaboration, actively supporting teamwork and team spirit.

What you get:

Eligible for bonus under the Management Incentive Plan. If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays*, and 401(k) with Company match. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on merchandise at all Catalyst Brands. For paid holidays, associates who are eligible for paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year. All store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday will receive additional compensation. *For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit www.catalystbrandsbenefits.com.

ABOUT CATALYST BRANDS Catalyst Brands ignites America’s most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all. Our portfolio features legendary department store JCPenney, as well as iconic specialty retail brands Aéropostale, Brooks Brothers, Lucky Brand, and Nautica.

Established in 2025, when JCPenney and the former SPARC Group combined, Catalyst Brands today operates 1,800 retail stores, shop-in-shops, and eCommerce platforms throughout the U.S. and Canada. It also serves leading wholesale accounts in North America and beyond.

For more information, visit catalystbrands.com

Pay Range

USD $81,000.00 - USD $135,000.00 /Yr.