General Manager - Irvine Spectrum (NEW STORE)

Gap Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Manager for a new store location. This role is pivotal in leading a dynamic team to achieve business goals and deliver an exceptional customer experience. You will be responsible for driving sales growth, managing budgets, and developing talent within a vibrant retail environment. With a focus on community engagement and operational excellence, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced setting. If you have a passion for retail and a proven track record in leadership, this role could be your next exciting challenge.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of retail experience leading teams.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead team to achieve store business goals and metrics.
• Drive profitable sales through effective planning and operations.
• Create an inclusive environment and promote community involvement.

Skills

Retail Management

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Budget Management

Sales Forecasting

Time Management

Education

College Degree

Job description

General Manager - Irvine Spectrum (NEW STORE)

About the Role

As the General Manager, you are responsible for leading your team to deliver a profitable store business plan. You ensure your store achieves all key metrics and is meeting or exceeding goals. You are the link between the brand vision and how it comes to life in your store. You drive profitable sales growth through all aspects of the store, including Customer Operations, Merchandising, Product Operations, and talent development. As the General Manager, you will teach and coach behaviors to your store team that deliver a best-in-class customer experience.

What You'll Do

• Analyze results, identify opportunities, and make decisions in collaboration with the leadership team to drive key performance indicators.
• Drive profitable sales through forecasting and scheduling.
• Manage store budget for daily operations in support of the P&L.
• Build highly productive teams through sourcing, selecting, and developing people.
• Be accountable for team performance through coaching and feedback.
• Teach and train to build capabilities.
• Lead the implementation and execution of all Standard Operating Procedures and initiatives.
• Create an inclusive environment.
• Implement action plans to maximize efficiencies and productivity.
• Perform Service Leader duties.
• Represent the brand and understand the competitors.
• Promote community involvement.
• Leverage OMNI to deliver a frictionless customer experience.
• Ensure all compliance standards are met.

Who You Are

• 3-5 years of retail experience leading others.
• College degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and employees.
• Ability to maneuver around sales floor, stock room, and office; work around and with chemicals; lift/carry up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including travel, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Business acumen skills.
• Established time management skills.
• Strong planning and prioritization skills.

About the company

Gap Inc. is the largest specialty retailer in the United States and ranks 3rd in total international locations, behind Inditex Group and H&M. As of September 2008, the company has approximately 135,000 employees and operates 3,727 stores worldwide, including 2,406 in the U.S.