Store Manager, Shops on Fremont

KnitWell Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Monthly bonuses

Merchandise discounts

Professional development

Community impact

Job summary

KnitWell Group is seeking a Store Manager for LOFT in Chicago, IL. You will lead customer and associate experiences, drive a profitable business, and ensure exceptional service across our omnichannel channels.

You will hire and coach a diverse team, maintain visual standards, manage opening and closing, and develop short- and long-term retail plans. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k), paid time off, and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• 2+ years retail Store Manager or service industry experience preferred.
• Hospitality mindset when engaging with customers and associates.
• Strong people management, leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Tech proficient with operating a point-of-sale system and store tech.
• Strong business acumen to develop strategies and action plans.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer service

People management

Omnichannel

Staff training

Operations management

Budgeting

Payroll

Community events

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.

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.

Location: Store 1879-Shops on Fremont Phase II-ANN-Chicago, IL 60642 Position Type: Regular/Full time Pay Range: $54,290.00 - $65,150.00 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.

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.