Store Manager - Fashion Retail Leader & Team Builder

knitwellgroup; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Monthly bonuses

Employee discounts

Career development

Job summary

Soma in Carmel, IN is seeking a Store Manager who will lead the team, foster a welcoming customer experience, and drive store performance. You will coach associates, manage schedules, and ensure brand standards are reflected in every interaction.

The role emphasizes community engagement, visual merchandising, reporting, and profitability, with opportunities for growth across Soma brands. You’ll need strong leadership, accountability, and a passion for fashion that blends style with function.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of retail management experience.
• 2 years in Store Manager position.
• Flexible availability including nights, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Define a clear vision and strategy to prioritize a customer-centered culture, drive operational excellence, and deliver business results.
• Hire, develop and coach an effective retail team to deliver a customer-centered experience.
• Take ownership of the store’s financial performance; manage payroll and schedules; and achieve sales goals.
• Lead the team by communicating expectations, providing guidance, delivering feedback, and empowering the team to be their best.
• Use store reporting to proactively create action plans to improve metrics and run the business effectively.
• Maintain a visually inspiring store environment that reflects brand standards.
• Actively share brand priorities, initiatives, and messages with store teams.
• Ensure compliance with all policies, guidelines, and business practices.
• Build community connections through in-store company-sponsored events, philanthropy, and other initiatives.

Skills

Retail leadership

Team development

Communication skills

Business acumen

Tools

POS system

Job description

Soma in Carmel, IN is seeking a Store Manager who will lead the team, foster a welcoming customer experience, and drive store performance. You will coach associates, manage schedules, and ensure brand standards are reflected in every interaction.

The role emphasizes community engagement, visual merchandising, reporting, and profitability, with opportunities for growth across Soma brands. You’ll need strong leadership, accountability, and a passion for fashion that blends style with function.