Omaha New-Store Manager - Outdoor Brand Leader

L.L.Bean Costa Rica; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 67,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

L.L.Bean Omaha is seeking a Store Manager to lead the launch of our first Nebraska store, opening in Avenue One in Spring 2027. You will guide a collaborative team, drive sales, and deliver the authentic L.L.Bean experience in a new outdoor community.

The role requires 5+ years of store leadership in apparel retail, strong business acumen, and the ability to manage P&L, staffing, and customer service at scale for a store expected to generate $4-6M/year in sales.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years experience as a Store Manager in relevant traffic, volume and unit intensity location.
• New Store Opening experience preferred.
• Demonstrated critical leadership behaviors of being strategic and innovative
• Leadership experience with an apparel retailer is a must
• Strong business acumen with the ability to achieve sales and service goals
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate employees
• Established time management and organizational skills
• Established interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build strong partnerships and work collaboratively to achieve goals
• Ability to balance growth and tradition
• Ability to travel occasionally between stores and outside of state if necessary
• Demonstrated ability to foster an inclusive work environment and customer experience
• Ability to work a retail schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays i.e. per needs of the business

Responsibilities

• Drives business results in assigned store.
• Sets clear direction and communicates priorities.
• Inspires and guides team to reach goals.
• Leverages resources to meet goals.
• Maintains discipline and execution standards.
• Ensures adherence to SOPs including HR, loss prevention, and safety.
• Drives asset protection and supply control for P&L.
• Develops talent within the store.
• Delivers legendary customer service and upholds brand values.
• Fosters inclusivity and strong customer connections.

Skills

Store management

New store opening

Leadership

Business acumen

People development

Time management

Communication

Collaboration

Travel flexibility

Inclusive leadership

Education

2-Year Associates Degree

Job description

L.L.Bean Omaha is seeking a Store Manager to lead the launch of our first Nebraska store, opening in Avenue One in Spring 2027. You will guide a collaborative team, drive sales, and deliver the authentic L.L.Bean experience in a new outdoor community.

The role requires 5+ years of store leadership in apparel retail, strong business acumen, and the ability to manage P&L, staffing, and customer service at scale for a store expected to generate $4-6M/year in sales.