Store Manager

Jobtailor; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Marlborough, MA is seeking an experienced Store Manager to lead daily retail operations, drive sales, and develop a high-performing team. You will hire/train associates, set performance standards, manage scheduling, and ensure exceptional customer experiences.

Responsibilities include analyzing sales data, controlling expenses, maintaining visual standards, and collaborating with district leadership to achieve profitability goals while fostering a positive, inclusive store culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years as a Store Manager in apparel (preferred).
• Proven track record of exceeding sales and statistical expectations.
• Flexible availability including evenings and weekends.
• May require occasional travel to other store locations and attendance at district meetings.
• Self-motivated; seeks personal growth and development.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the store, including hiring and training associates
• Oversee store operations to achieve company sales and profitability goals
• Build a team of top performers and create an amazing customer experience
• Create a positive environment that develops and engages managers, associates, and customers
• Use statistical information and market knowledge to create action plans and achieve financial, customer-service, and operational goals
• Demonstrate product knowledge, selling, and operational skills to maximize sales
• Engage customers to build relationships and brand loyalty using company tools
• Attract, develop, and retain top talent
• Motivate and engage teams by identifying their strengths
• Provide and receive feedback to improve performance and develop team members
• Communicate expectations and hold the store team accountable for results
• Ensure merchandising and operational standards are consistently met
• Oversee controllable expenses, including payroll and training, to increase profitability
• Provide leadership or assistance with floor sets, window changes, and visual expectations
• Perform POS transactions on designated shifts and execute management functions when the Assistant Manager is absent
• Schedule employees according to their strengths to maximize productivity
• Model respect, integrity, teamwork, compassion, accountability, and inclusivity
• Report to the District Manager

Skills

Store Management

Sales Growth

Team Development

Customer Engagement

Operational Standards

Leadership

Communication

Motivation

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

• Manage all aspects of the store, including hiring and training associates


• Oversee store operations to achieve company sales and profitability goals


• Build a team of top performers and create an amazing customer experience


• Create a positive environment that develops and engages managers, associates, and customers


• Use statistical information and market knowledge to create action plans and achieve financial, customer-service, and operational goals


• Demonstrate product knowledge, selling, and operational skills to maximize sales


• Engage customers to build relationships and brand loyalty using company tools


• Attract, develop, and retain top talent


• Motivate and engage teams by identifying their strengths


• Provide and receive feedback to improve performance and develop team members


• Communicate expectations and hold the store team accountable for results


• Ensure merchandising and operational standards are consistently met


• Oversee controllable expenses, including payroll and training, to increase profitability


• Provide leadership or assistance with floor sets, window changes, and visual expectations


• Perform POS transactions on designated shifts and execute management functions when the Assistant Manager is absent


• Schedule employees according to their strengths to maximize productivity


• Model respect, integrity, teamwork, compassion, accountability, and inclusivity


• Report to the District Manager

Requirements

• 2+ years as a Store Manager in similar volume, apparel business (preferred)


• Proven track record of exceeding sales and statistical expectations


• Flexible availability to meet the needs of the business, including evenings and weekends


• May require occasional travel to other store locations and attendance at district meetings


• Self-motivated; seeks personal growth and development


• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to change

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong leadership in managing store operations, achieving sales and profitability goals, and developing a high-performing team. Proficient in customer engagement, operational excellence, and effective communication to foster a positive store environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Store Management


• Sales Achievement


• Team Development


• Customer Engagement


• Operational Standards

Hard Skills

• Sales Management


• Statistical Analysis


• Merchandising


• POS Transactions


• Action Planning

Soft Skills

• Leadership


• Communication


• Motivation


• Adaptability


• Teamwork

Industry Keywords

• Apparel Business


• Customer Experience


• Profitability


• Employee Scheduling


• Talent Development