General Manager - Southport

Athleta; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a General Manager in Chicago, where your leadership will empower a dynamic team and drive profitable sales growth. You will be responsible for ensuring the store meets key performance metrics while fostering an inclusive culture that values collaboration and community involvement. With a commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the retail industry. If you are passionate about leading teams and creating exceptional customer experiences, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

50% merchandise discount

Competitive Paid Time Off

Volunteer hours

401(k) plan with company matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead team to deliver a profitable store business plan.
• Analyze results and drive key performance indicators.
• Create an inclusive environment and promote community involvement.

Skills

Retail Management

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Business Acumen

Time Management

Communication Skills

Education

College degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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About Athleta
For the past 25 years, we’ve committed ourselves and our brand to a single aim: to empower all women and girls. Inspiration. Collaboration. Connection. Inclusivity. It’s what we do best, and we’re on the hunt for people who share our passion for leading an active lifestyle, growing personally as well as professionally, and creating game-changing products and experiences.

We use business as a force for good by putting people and the planet right up there with profit, which is why Athleta is a certified B Corp. Ready to make a move? Join us. Because we know that alone we’re strong, but together we’re unstoppable.

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 to include, Customer Operations, Merchandising, Product Operations, and talent development. As the General Manager, you will teach and coach behaviors to your store team that delivers 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 supporting 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, holidays.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Business Acumen skills.
• Established time management skills.
• Strong planning and prioritization skills.

Benefits at Athleta

• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
• One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.
• Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• See more of the benefits we offer.

Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are dedicated to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified individuals of all backgrounds, making employment decisions without regard to protected status. We have received awards for our commitment to equality and continue fostering a diverse, inclusive environment. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and for Diversity.

Salary Range: $54,600 - $75,100 USD

Employee pay varies based on qualifications, experience, skill level, and work location. We will meet minimum wage or the pay range minimum (whichever is higher) based on local requirements.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Apparel & Fashion

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