Store Manager

JRoss Recruiters; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Paid vacation and wellness time

Employee merchandise discount

Leadership development

Career advancement opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

JRoss Recruiters is seeking a Store Manager in California to lead all aspects of store performance, driving sales growth and delivering an exceptional customer experience. The role requires inspiring a high-performing team, recruiting and developing talent, and managing day-to-day operations including payroll, inventory, merchandising, and loss prevention.

You will lead through change, analyze metrics to identify opportunities, and partner with regional leadership on initiatives and new product

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience as a Store Manager or equivalent in premium retail environments.
• Track record of building high-performing teams and achieving sales, service, and operational goals.
• Strong commercial acumen managing payroll, expenses, inventory, and productivity.
• Ability to interpret sales reports, metrics, and KPIs to drive decisions and results.
• Experience recruiting, coaching, developing, and retaining top performers for future leaders.
• Customer-centric mindset focused on personalized, relationship-based service.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of store performance to drive sales growth and profitability.
• Inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing team with accountability and collaboration.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain top talent and build a succession pipeline.
• Set performance expectations, coach regularly, and create development plans.
• Analyze business performance, identify opportunities, and implement improvement plans.
• Deliver an elevated customer experience through knowledgeable, personalized service.

Skills

Store leadership

Team development

Talent recruitment

Customer experience

Operational excellence

Communication

Job description

• Lead all aspects of the store's performance, driving sales growth, profitability, and an exceptional customer experience.


• Inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing team by fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, recognition, and continuous learning.


• Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain top talent while building a strong succession pipeline for future leadership opportunities.


• Set clear performance expectations, provide regular coaching and feedback, and create individual development plans that support employee growth.


• Analyze business performance, sales trends, customer insights, and key performance indicators to identify opportunities and implement action plans that improve results.


• Deliver an elevated, relationship-driven customer experience by ensuring every client receives knowledgeable, personalized service that builds long-term loyalty.


• Oversee all day-to-day store operations, including scheduling, payroll, inventory management, order fulfillment, merchandising, operational standards, and loss prevention.


• Maintain inventory accuracy through effective stock management, cycle counts, replenishment, and organized back-of-house operations that support both in-store and omnichannel sales.


• Ensure the store consistently reflects the organization's visual merchandising, presentation, and operational standards, creating an inspiring environment for customers and employees alike.


• Build strong relationships within the local community through networking, client engagement, and store events that strengthen brand awareness and customer loyalty.


• Partner with regional leadership and cross-functional teams to execute new initiatives, product launches, operational improvements, and business priorities.


• Lead confidently through change, embracing new systems, evolving processes, and business initiatives while helping your team successfully adapt.


• Proactively identify operational challenges and business opportunities, implementing practical solutions that improve efficiency and drive sustainable results.


• Lead by example, creating an inclusive workplace where employees feel supported, motivated, and empowered to perform at their best.
  

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience as a Store Manager or an accomplished Assistant Store Manager within specialtyretail, fashion, beauty, jewlery, accessories, lifestyle, or another premium customer-focused retail environment.


• Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams and consistently achieving or exceeding sales, service, and operational objectives.


• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing business performance, payroll, operating expenses, inventory, and productivity.


• Ability to interpret sales reports, business metrics, and key performance indicators to make informed decisions and improve results.


• Proven experience recruiting, coaching, developing, and retaining high-performing teams while building future leaders.


• Strong customer service philosophy with the ability to create personalized, relationship-based experiences that drive loyalty and repeat business.


• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the confidence to lead through change and manage competing priorities..


• Well connected within the local market with the ability to build relationships that support community engagement, customer acquisition, and talent attraction.


• Experience supporting new store openings, rapid growth, or business transformation is considered an asset.


• Passion for contemporary retail, design, fashion, lifestyle, or premium consumer brands.


• Flexible availability to work evenings, weekends, and peak retail periods.
  

Corporate Culture

Our client offers a competitive compensation package designed to reward performance while supporting long-term career growth, including:

• Competitive base salary -Salary: $95,000 - $105,000USD, plus performance-based bonus, depending on experience, market, and scope of responsibility.


• Performance-based bonus opportunity


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage


• 401(k) retirement savings program


• Paid vacation, personal, and wellness time


• Employee merchandise discount


• Ongoing leadership development and professional training


• Career advancement opportunities within a growing North American organization


• Potential relocation assistance for select markets