District Retail Leader - Drive Growth Across 20+ Stores

Clarks Outlet; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarks Outlet is seeking a Retail District Sales Manager to oversee a district of 20–25 stores, driving sales, staffing, and store operations. You will mentor Area and Store Managers, implement strategic retail plans, and travel 3–4 days weekly to ensure execution and profitability.

The role demands a strong background in footwear/fashion retail, proven multi-store leadership, and the ability to work remotely with field teams. A college degree is preferred and MS Office proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• High school degree (college degree preferred).
• Retail experience required, footwear and/or fashion apparel preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience as a district/area manager or store manager in multi-store environments.
• Experience managing multiple retail stores and remote staff.

Responsibilities

• Conducts regular store visits to ensure effective execution of retail strategic plans, high standards of store operation, employee relations, compliance with company policies and directives and maximization of sales and profits.
• Directly supervises all Area Managers and Store Managers within the district and recruits/hires high-performing teams.
• Communicates expectations and monitors Area & Store performance weekly through reports; plans travel as needed.
• Leverages sales trends, traffic, and reporting to ensure schedules meet Sales Per Hour targets.
• Oversees store openings/closures, staffing, and other operational items.
• Develops and recruits a high-performing store management team with clear objectives and performance management.
• Maintains awareness of current operational and market conditions and customer needs.
• District Manager level typically manages about 20-25 stores.
• Travel – 3-4 days weekly on average.

Skills

Store leadership

Staffing & hiring

Performance reporting

Sales forecasting

Travel readiness

MS Office

Customer service focus

Recruiting talent

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Clarks Outlet is seeking a Retail District Sales Manager to oversee a district of 20–25 stores, driving sales, staffing, and store operations. You will mentor Area and Store Managers, implement strategic retail plans, and travel 3–4 days weekly to ensure execution and profitability.

The role demands a strong background in footwear/fashion retail, proven multi-store leadership, and the ability to work remotely with field teams. A college degree is preferred and MS Office proficiency is required.