Store Manager

Ipro Networks Pte. Ltd.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipro Networks Pte. Ltd. is launching a new Bay Area retail brand with a modern store experience and inclusive service. We are building out the core team from the ground up and seeking a Store Manager who will join the founding group to shape how our stores operate, feel, and grow.

The role requires energy, ownership, and a passion for building something new in a fast-moving startup environment. You will help drive sales, culture, and customer experience across upcoming locations.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of retail store management experience.
• Experience with new store openings is a strong plus.
• Background in high-SKU, high-traffic retail environments preferred.
• Energetic, motivational leader who engages customers.
• Adaptable and proactive in a fast-moving startup.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily store operations including staffing, scheduling, inventory, merchandising and service.
• Build a high-energy store culture reflecting the brand.
• Recruit, onboard and develop Supervisors and Store Associates.
• Drive sales and meet store KPIs.
• Manage seasonal rotations and holiday displays.
• Partner with HQ on store setup and pre-opening tasks.
• Oversee loss prevention, safety and compliance.

Job description

We are a fast-growing party & seasonal retail company launching in the Bay Area market. Think Party City - but reimagined with a modern store experience, deeper service offerings, and a culturally inclusive approach covering holidays across communities: Halloween, Christmas, Easter, Chinese New Year, Diwali, and more.

Backed by $20M in founder-owned capital - no outside investors, no fundraising uncertainty - we're building our core team from the ground up. Five Bay Area locations are opening by end of summer 2025, with two already signed. This is a ground-floor opportunity to help build a new retail brand in one of the most diverse markets in the U.S.

About the Role

We're looking for a Store Manager who brings energy, ownership mentality, and genuine excitement about building something new. This is not a "maintain the status quo" role - you'll be one of the first Store Managers on the team, working directly with the founding team to set the tone for how our stores operate, feel, and grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day store operations including staffing, scheduling, inventory, merchandising, and customer experience
• Build and maintain a high-energy store culture that reflects the brand
• Recruit, onboard, and develop Supervisors and Store Associates
• Drive sales performance and meet store KPIs
• Manage seasonal product rotations and holiday-themed displays
• Partner with HQ on store setup, pre-opening execution, and ongoing operations
• Handle loss prevention, compliance, and store safety standards

What We're Looking For

• 3-7 years of retail store management experience
• Experience with new store openings a strong plus
• Background in high-SKU, high-traffic retail environments preferred (Party City, Spirit Halloween, Daiso, Miniso, Five Below, Target, Michaels, etc.)
• Energetic communicator who can motivate a team and engage customers
• Self-starter who doesn't need to be told what to do every day
• Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-moving startup environment
• Bilingual (English/Chinese or other languages) a plus, not required