Store Manager: Outdoor Retail Leader & Team Growth

Recreational Equipment, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee discount

Access to health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Accrued time off

Job summary

REI Co-op in Tampa, FL is seeking a Store Manager to drive daily operations of a multi-million dollar store. You will lead sales, service, and store culture, guiding departments and managers to meet financial and customer service goals.

The role emphasizes developing staff, engaging with local communities, overseeing inventory and budgets, and delivering on REI’s promise of inspiring outdoor experiences while maintaining an inclusive, employee-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of retail store management experience (preferred).
• Enjoys communicating and building relationships, both inside and outside the organization.
• Open to feedback and other viewpoints in the spirit of supporting the business.
• Uses business understanding, innovative thinking, and sound judgment to solve problems.
• Produces quality work by setting effective goals and establishing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and achieve short and long-term retail plans.
• Manage and delegate planned priorities to Sales Managers and Shop Service Managers.
• Create a positive employee experience focused on engagement and retention.
• Use store reports to identify strategies for improving metrics.
• Oversee store's profitability and financial budgeting.
• Monitor inventory levels, facilities, and other assets.
• Engage in local organizations and community events.
• Inspire a customer-centric culture by recognizing and rewarding team.
• Develop top performers and evaluate performance.
• Builds teams through effective employee development, involvement, and communication.

Skills

Retail store management

Relationship building

Feedback openness

Problem solving

Goal setting

Planning & organizing

Team development

Influence others

Job description

REI Co-op in Tampa, FL is seeking a Store Manager to drive daily operations of a multi-million dollar store. You will lead sales, service, and store culture, guiding departments and managers to meet financial and customer service goals.

The role emphasizes developing staff, engaging with local communities, overseeing inventory and budgets, and delivering on REI’s promise of inspiring outdoor experiences while maintaining an inclusive, employee-focused environment.