Store Manager

COS; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount 25%

HIP incentive program

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

COS in Skokie, IL is seeking a Store Manager who will own the store's performance, drive sales, and create exceptional customer experiences that keep customers coming back. You will lead a team of managers, stylists, and associates, and balance front-of-house energy with back-end efficiency to ensure operational excellence and a standout shopping environment.

You will manage recruitment and onboarding, provide coaching, and maintain high standards of service and merchandising, while adapting to

Qualifications

• Customer-focused mindset with track record leveraging feedback to improve performance.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to align objectives with customer needs.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive sales and profitability in fast-paced retail.
• Open to feedback and actively pursue personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Drive exceptional customer service by guiding the team to deliver personalized styling and a memorable in-store experience.
• Interpret sales data to improve performance and own the store’s commercial success.
• Lead managers, visual merchandisers, and sales advisors to exceed service and operational standards.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, and training for all new hires.
• Identify high-potential individuals and develop tailored growth plans.

Skills

Customer-Focused

Business Acumen

Team Leadership

Eager to Learn

Excellent Communication

Coaching & Development

Adaptability & Flexibility

Operational Excellence

Evenings & Weekends Flexibility

Job description

Company Description

Job Description

As theStore Manager,you’lltake full ownership of your store’s performance, with a strong focus on creating exceptional customer experiences that drive both sales and profitability. Your leadership will be the heartbeat of the store—guiding, inspiring, and empowering your team to deliver operational excellence and outstanding service.

By balancing front-of-house energy with behind-the-scenes efficiency,you’llcultivate a vibrant, customer-first environment where every detail contributes to success. Through your strategic mindset and people-first approach,you’llensure the store not only meets its goals but becomes a destination that customers love to return to.

Key Responsibilities

• Driving exceptional customer service by guiding the store team to deliver personalized styling advice, expert product knowledge, and a memorable in-store experience
• Interpreting sales data to drive performance and taking ownership of the store’s commercial success
• Inspiring and leading a team of managers, visual merchandisers, and sales advisors to consistently exceed service and operational standards
• Managing recruitment processes and ensuring effective onboarding and training for all new team members
• Identifyinghigh-potential individuals and creating tailored development plans to support their career growth
• Managing allaspectsof store operations—including compliance and visual merchandising—to ensure operational efficiency and upholdhigh standardsof excellence
• Fostering a positive, inclusive, and motivating work environment where people thrive

Qualifications

• Customer-Focused:Astrong customer-centric mindset, with a proventrack recordfrompastretailexperienceofleveragingcustomer feedback to inform business decisions and drive performance
• Business Acumen:Strong commercial awareness and a deep understanding of the broader retail landscape/KPI’s, with a proven ability to align businessobjectiveswith evolving customer needs
• Team Leadership:Proven ability to lead teams/ other leadersin fast-paced retail environments, consistently deliveringhigh standardsof customer service while driving sales and profitability
• Eager to Learn: Open to feedback and actively seek out opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Excellent Communication:A clear, confident, and empathetic communicator,Stronginengaging with both customers and teams, while effectively conveying operational direction and articulating broaderlong terms goals /vision.
• Coaching & Development: Experienced in giving constructive feedback and supporting others to grow and improve.
• Adaptability & Flexibility:Responsive to shifting priorities, with the agility to embrace new opportunities and the openness to consider diverse perspectives whenmakingdecisions andfuture plans.
• Operational Excellence:Strong understanding of store operations, compliance/securityissues,and retail standards, withexperiencein leading and training teams.
• Comfortable working varied hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Information

• This is aFull Time position with a contract of40 hours a week.

Compensation: $74,841- $84,203

Please note this position is offered on a local contract, therefore you should have the legal right to work in the United States before applying.

Benefits

We’recommitted to supporting our employees with a range of attractive benefits and valuable development opportunities.As a member of our team,you’llenjoy a25% staff discount across all H&M Group brands—available both in-store and online.Additionally, every employee is included in our H&M Incentive Program (HIP), designed to reward your contributions and support your growth within the company.You can read more about our H&M Incentive Programhere.

In addition to this, US-based colleagues also receive:

• Dental & Vision Plans
• 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off- including your birthday!
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life & Disability protection
• Employee Assistance program (EPA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Pet Insurance

Inclusion & Diversity

At H&M Group, we are committed to fostering inclusive, diverse, andequitableworkplaces across our entire organization. We believe that teams thrive when they bring together a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. This diversity enhances our ability to solve problems creatively, expand our thinking, and build meaningful connections with colleagues and customers around the world.That’swhy we consider all dimensions of diversity throughout our recruitment process—ensuring our workforce reflects the richness of the communities we serve.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

COS

offers a wardrobe ofready-to-wearand accessories rooted in exceptional quality and lasting design. The brand has an elevated aesthetic that embodies luxury with an emphasis on craftsmanship,innovationand compelling fashion movements.