Retail Store Manager - South Coast Plaza

Pop-Mart-Americas-Inc.; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Health insurance

PTO

Paid sick leave

Family leave

Job summary

POP MART is seeking a Store Manager in Costa Mesa, CA to lead daily store operations, drive sales, and deliver an exceptional customer experience.

You will recruit and coach a high-performing team, manage visual merchandising, inventory, and payroll, and partner with the District/Area Manager to achieve KPIs. The role requires 3+ years in retail management and a passion for pop culture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of retail management experience.
• Experience leading teams of 10+ employees.
• Strong understanding of retail KPIs and performance metrics.
• Ability to execute visual merchandising standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment, coaching, development, and retention of a high-performing store team.
• Own store financials: sales, payroll, expenses, profitability, and operations.
• Drive KPIs: conversion, UPT, ATV, payroll productivity, inventory accuracy.
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience and act as brand ambassador.
• Oversee store operations: scheduling, cash handling, inventory, shipments, replenishment.
• Execute visual merchandising and marketing campaigns, seasonal floor sets.
• Support store events, pop-ups, openings, and community engagement.

Skills

Retail management

Team leadership

KPI analysis

Customer focus

Visual merchandising

Education

Business or Retail Management degree

Job description

Founded in 2010, POP MART is a leading global pop culture and entertainment company. With IP at its core, POP MART works with artists and designers worldwide to develop and operate IPs, creating products, services and entertainment experiences for consumers. Its portfolio includes beloved IP characters such as THE MONSTERS , TWINKLE TWINKLE, CRYBABY, DIMOO, SKULLPANDA, Hirono and MOLLY. As of the first half of 2026, POP MART had more than 100 million registered members worldwide, operated 676 physical stores and over 2,800 ROBO SHOP vending machines, and reached nearly 100 countries and regions through cross-border e-commerce platforms,bringing joy to consumers around the world.Position: Retail Store ManagerLocation: Costa Mesa, CADepartment: RetailSalary: $70,304-$80,304Opportunity Overview:At POP MART, we believe art has the power to inspire joy, spark imagination, and bring people together. As a Store Manager, you will be responsible for leading every aspect of the business, creating exceptional customer experience, developing high-performing teams, and driving operational excellence.As the leader of your store, you'll build a culture that reflects POP MART's creativity, energy, and commitment to outstanding service. You'll own business performance, talent development, visual presentation, inventory management, and daily operations while ensuring every customer enjoys a premium retail experience.You'll inspire your team to deliver exceptional results while bringing the excitement of POP MART's collectible characters, artists, and exclusive products to life.This position reports directly to the District/Area Manager.What you will achieve:Leadership & Talent DevelopmentRecruit, hire, coach, develop, and retain a high-performing leadership team and store associates.Foster a positive, inclusive, and customer-first culture that reflects POP MART's values and brand.Conduct regular coaching, performance reviews, and development conversations to grow future leaders.Create clear expectations, recognize achievements, and hold team members accountable for results.Build succession plans and develop internal talent for future growth opportunities.Business & Sales PerformanceOwn the overall financial performance of the store, including sales, payroll, expenses, profitability, and operational execution.Drive key performance indicators (KPIs), including:SalesConversionUnits Per Transaction (UPT)Average Transaction Value (ATV)Payroll productivityInventory accuracyCustomer satisfactionAnalyze business trends and develop action plans to achieve or exceed performance goals.Lead execution of product launches, limited-edition releases, and promotional campaigns.Customer ExperienceChampion an exceptional customer experience by creating an engaging, welcoming, and memorable shopping environment.Ensure every team member delivers knowledgeable product recommendations and meaningful customer interactions.Serve as a brand ambassador by promoting POP MART's artists, characters, collectibles, and unique retail experience.Resolve customer concerns professionally while building long-term customer loyalty.Store OperationsMaintain full ownership of daily store operations, ensuring excellence in execution across all functional areas.Ensure compliance with company policies, operational procedures, safety standards, and loss prevention practices.Oversee scheduling, payroll management, cash handling, inventory control, shipment processing, replenishment, and stockroom organization.Maintain a clean, organized, and visually compelling store environment that reflects POP MART's premium brand standards.Visual Merchandising & Brand ExecutionExecute visual merchandising strategies, marketing campaigns, promotional displays, and seasonal floor sets.Partner with cross-functional teams to implement new merchandising initiatives and store updates.Ensure visual presentation consistently supports business objectives while delivering an engaging shopping experience.Brand & CommunitySupport in-store events, pop-up activations, conventions, new store openings, and community engagement initiatives.Partner with Robo Shop teams and business partners to support operational excellence where applicable.Represent POP MART within the local community while helping grow brand awareness and customer engagement.Maintain flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak business periods.Travel up to 10% as needed to support new store openings, business meetings, training, or company initiatives, including occasional collaboration with international teams outside of standard business hours.What you will need:3+ years of retail management experience leading high-volume, customer-focused retail stores.Proven success managing sales performance, operational execution, and team development.Experience leading teams of 10 or more employees, including coaching and developing leaders.Strong understanding of retail KPIs and the ability to use business metrics to drive performance.Experience executing visual merchandising standards and marketing initiatives.Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving retail environment.Passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.Appreciation of designer toys, collectibles, art, pop culture, or lifestyle brands is highly valued.Experience collaborating with international or cross-functional teams is a plus.Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, or a related field preferred.What We OfferMarket-competitive packages: 401k, health insurance, PTO, paid sick leave, and family leave.Growth opportunities: on-the-job training, leadership development, and stretch assignments to advance your career.Career development: opportunities to take on larger responsibilities as POP MART's North America business scales rapidly.*The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.Physical RequirementsAbility to regularly lift, carry, push, and move merchandise and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout scheduled shifts.Ability to frequently bend, kneel, stoop, reach, climb ladders or step stools, and perform overhead work.Ability to perform repetitive tasks such as receiving shipments, stocking merchandise, building displays, and organizing inventory.Ability to work in varying temperature conditions, including stockrooms and receiving areas.Manual dexterity to safely operate standard stockroom equipment and tools.Ability to multitask and respond effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.Pay Range DetailsThe base salary range for this position is $70,304-$80,304 annually. This range is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and may vary based on geographic location. Individual compensation will be determined based on factors including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications. This position may also be eligible to participate in the Company's incentive compensation program.Equal Employment OpportunityPOP MART is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Employment decisions at POP MART are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.Reasonable AccommodationApplicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process may request assistance by emailing [e-mail] perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The qualifications, skills, abilities, and physical demands described in this job posting are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.#LI-SL2*POP MART is committed to equal pay initiatives and will not ask candidates for their current or past salary.*As an Equal Opportunity Employer, POP MART does not discriminate against applicants or employeesbecause of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship,imarital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because ofany other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.