Store Manager

AKIRA; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Employee discount

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

AKIRA is seeking a Store Manager to lead our fashion-forward team with ownership mindset. You will recruit and develop top talent, train staff, and maintain a high-energy store atmosphere aligned with AKIRA standards.

You will drive selling culture and ensure impeccable visual presentation while upholding policies. The role demands strong communication, organization, and a passion for fashion trends, with a focus on achieving daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals through effective leadership

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of store management experience.
• Passion for fashion and trends.
• Proven leadership with ability to inspire a team.
• Exceptional communication and organizational abilities.
• Retail management experience.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding exceptional employees and managers.
• Training, mentoring, and retaining top talent.
• Maintain a positive store atmosphere.
• Elevate selling culture with AKIRA's 5 Steps of Selling.
• Provide timely feedback to staff.
• Inspire employees to perform at their best.
• Ensure seamless store operations and visual standards.
• Enforce AKIRA policies consistently.
• Exceed sales goals and lead daily/weekly/monthly targets.
• Lead by example and promote AKIRA culture and code of conduct.

Skills

Store leadership

Recruiting

Mentoring

Customer service

Visual merchandising

Team motivation

Communication

Organization

Sales goal focus

Owner mindset

Tools

POS systems

Inventory software

Job description

AKIRA Store Manager

In 2002, AKIRA opened the doors to its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago. Since then, the company has extended its reach to 40+ stores across the United States, as well as a thriving eCommerce business (shopAKIRA.com). AKIRA is extremely well-poised for sustained growth as we continue to build a nationally recognized brand.

AKIRA's culture has one very large, distinct difference from other high fashion competitors: Other-Worldly Customer Service and Fanatical, Obsessive Attention to the consumer's needs and desires. The core principle for all employees at AKIRA is to Act and Think Like an Owner, and this belief can be reflected across all areas of the company.

The Position:

Store Manager

Position Overview:

AKIRA Store Managers are fanatical salespeople, driven by goals and dedicated to servant leadership. They excel in ensuring customers are styled by knowledgeable experts who are deeply immersed in the world of fashion. Our mission is to help customers look and feel their best. Store Managers are relentless in recruiting and developing top-tier talent to maintain a high-performing team. By leading through example and adopting an ownership mindset, they go above and beyond to achieve both personal and store objectives.

Essential Functions:

• Recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding exceptional employees and managers.
• Training, mentoring, and retaining top-tier talent to foster growth and excellence.
• Cultivating and maintaining a positive and energized store atmosphere.
• Elevating the selling culture by championing AKIRA's 5 Steps of Selling.
• Providing timely, constructive feedback both in real-time and through written communication.
• Inspiring and motivating employees and managers to perform at their best.
• Ensuring seamless store operations and maintaining impeccable visual presentation aligned with AKIRA standards.
• Upholding and enforcing all AKIRA policies with consistency and integrity.
• Exceeding individual sales goals with enthusiasm and determination.
• Driving the store's daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals to surpass expectations.
• Leading by example to embody and promote AKIRA's culture and Code of Conduct through our 4 Principles.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in store management
• A passion for fashion and a keen eye for trends.
• An unwavering work ethic and dedication to excellence.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide a team.
• Exceptional communication and organizational abilities.
• High motivation coupled with a proactive sense of urgency.
• At least one year of experience in retail management.
• Expertise in supervising, motivating, and effectively directing employees.
• Flexibility to adapt to new directions and embrace change with enthusiasm.
• Comprehensive knowledge of visual merchandising and superior customer service practices.
• Strong understanding of store operations, including inventory management, loss prevention, retail systems, and budget preparation.
• The ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, where a hands-on approach drives success.
• A collaborative mindset fosters strong and sustainable relationships with employees and managers.

Physical Requirements:

• Move product, supplies, and/or boxes repetitively; ability to push, pull, and lift a maximum of 50 lbs. based on the needs of the role
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time, including a 10-12 hour shift

Benefits and Perks:

• AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full-time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and a generous employee discount.
• We're committed to internal growth, providing meaningful development and career advancement opportunities.

Job Type:

Full-Time

Compensation:

We are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Additional compensation and benefits may also apply and will be discussed during the hiring process.

Additional Details:

We may utilize AI-assisted and automated tools as part of the recruiting and hiring process. All employment decisions are made in compliance with applicable laws and without discrimination.