Store Leader & Talent Growth Manager

The Children's Place; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Children’s Place in Waterbury, CT is seeking a Store Sales Manager to lead a store team, drive sales, and deliver exceptional customer service while aligning with brand strategies.

You will recruit and develop top retail talent, manage scheduling and payroll, and ensure merchandising standards. A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor’s degree preferred, and 5+ years of store management experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred
• 5+ years as a specialty retail store manager in high-traffic environments
• Strong leadership with ability to coach and develop staff
• Excellent customer engagement and visual presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Lead store teams to drive sales and customer service
• Recruit, hire, and develop top retail talent
• Schedule staffing to maximize profitability and control payroll
• Manage merchandise presentation and store display
• Monitor store metrics and financial performance
• Represent brand professionally to customers and community
• Ensure SOP adherence and loss prevention procedures

Skills

Customer engagement

Talent development

Communication

Time management

Leadership

Retail operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Children’s Place in Waterbury, CT is seeking a Store Sales Manager to lead a store team, drive sales, and deliver exceptional customer service while aligning with brand strategies.

You will recruit and develop top retail talent, manage scheduling and payroll, and ensure merchandising standards. A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor’s degree preferred, and 5+ years of store management experience.