Store Manager, Garden State Plaza

N23 Premium Brands Opco LLC; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off & holidays

Monthly bonuses

Merchandise discounts

Job summary

LOFT at Garden State Plaza in Paramus, NJ is hiring a Store Manager to lead customer and associate experiences, drive profitability, and maintain visual standards. You will coach a team, use technology for a seamless omnichannel experience, and engage with the local community.

The role requires 2+ years in retail management, a hospitality mindset, strong leadership, and effective communication. Regular full-time hours with competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 2+ years retail store management or equivalent experience.
• Hospitality mindset when engaging with customers and associates.
• Strong people management and talent development skills.
• Effective leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with technology and POS systems.
• Strong business acumen with ability to develop strategies and action plans.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a customer-focused environment delivering exceptional experiences.
• Inspire, educate, and coach associates to leverage brand behaviors.
• Provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience.
• Hire and build a store team through training and development.
• Create an inclusive store environment for associates and customers.
• Develop strong operations to achieve store goals and profitability.
• Oversee store openings/closings and daily operations.

Skills

Customer experience

People management

Leadership

Hospitality mindset

Technology proficiency

Budgeting and planning

Tools

Point-of-Sale system

Job description

About us LOFT creates modern, feminine, versatile clothing for women with one common style goal: to look and feel confident wherever the day takes them. We empower women to find their authentic self-expression because feeling like yourself is always in style. Here at LOFT, we're busy styling the careers and supporting the lives of everyday optimists just like you. Express your authentic self and experience endless inspiration, all while enjoying the opportunities and benefits that help you get the most from your career, life, and wardrobe.

As a Store Manager, you will lead the customer and associate experiences in your store. You are empowered to drive a profitable business by focusing on customer experience, operational performance, visual standards, and strong community engagement. You coach your team to reach their full potential and ensure a welcoming experience for all customers and associates.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a customer-focused environment that consistently delivers exceptional customer experiences.
• Inspire, educate, and coach associates to leverage the brand's behaviors to create genuine customer connections.
• Use technology to provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience.
• Hire and build an effective store team through training, coaching, and talent development.
• Create an inclusive store environment for associates where everyone feels welcome and engaged.
• Develop a strong operational dynamic within the team to achieve store goals.
• Promote in-store community events and philanthropic partnerships.
• Use tools and reporting to oversee store profitability, effective budgeting, and payroll.
• Analyze reporting to develop short and long-term retail plans.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the store, including opening and closing.

Qualifications

• You’ll bring to the role 2+ years retail Store Manager or service industry experience (preferred)
• Brings a hospitality mindset when engaging with customers and associates
• Strong people management skills and an ability to develop talent
• Effective leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Technology proficient and ability to operate a point-of-sale system
• Strong business acumen and ability to develop strategies and create action plans to drive results
• Action-oriented mindset with an ability to organize, delegate, and prioritize assignments to stay on top of deadlines

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off & holidays
• Opportunities for monthly bonuses
• Merchandise discounts plus eligibility for discounts at our sister brands
• Professional development and opportunities for advancement across our brands
• Community impact through our philanthropic partnerships

Availability of these benefits is based on employment type, role, and certain eligibility requirements.

Job offers will consider factors such as your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills.

Location

Location: Store 1916 - Garden State Plaza - ANN-Paramus, NJ 07652

Position Type

Position Type: Regular/Full time

Pay Range

Pay Range: $60,940.00 - $73,130.00 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.

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KnitWell Group

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful. Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.