Sales Manager - Chicago

Blank Label; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Blank Label is seeking a Sales Manager for its Chicago Loop store to drive sales growth and lead the store team. You will collaborate with the company President and Director of Retail to set quarterly targets and craft plans to achieve them, then guide the sales team to execute those strategies with accountability and focus.

This role offers a ground-floor opportunity in a growing brand, with emphasis on leadership, customer focus, and the drive to become the top custom clothier in the city.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail sales leadership preferred.
• Proven ability to meet quarterly sales goals.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with our President and Director of Retail on quarterly sales goals and the plan to reach them.
• Lead and motivate the sales team to execute the sales plan and deliver results.
• Develop the Chicago Loop location's growth initiatives and performance metrics.

Skills

Sales leadership

Customer service

Team leadership

Job description

Blank Label is an upstart men's clothing retailer with stores in Boston, Chicago, D.C., Atlanta, Denver and online. Through our own custom clothing line, our mission is to help men feel comfortable and confident in the clothes they wear. The company's vision is to build a long-standing national clothing brand.

The Role

Blank Label is looking for SalesManager in ourChicago Loop store. The role will encompass working with the brand's President and Director of Retail on quarterly sales goals, a plan to reach that goal, and working with the sales team to execute those goals.

The three-year plan for the Chicago market is to continue to grow sales by 35% a year, open a second location, and develop a reputation to be the #1 custom clothier in the city.

Culture

Blank Label looks for high aptitude and motivation over experience, and someone who is excited by the prospect of getting into a growing company, especially one that values professional development. We value individuals who seek and thrive on challenges rather than run away from them.

• Customer focused mindset - you have a deep desire to do whatever it takes to solve issues and delight customers
• Strong problem solving skills and you are resourceful and will know our product so well that you really understand what the customer needs
• Comfortable with accountability and leading a team

Opportunity

This role is best suited for individuals looking to get in on the ground-floor of a growing company, in a role that requires learning and understanding of all aspects of the business.