Store Manager - South Shore Plaza at Akira

Braintree, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

85000.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Store Management, Sales, Recruiting, Training, Leadership, Communication, Organizational Skills, Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Loss Prevention, Budget Preparation, Team Motivation, Fashion Trends, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Servant Leadership

Industry

Retail Apparel and Fashion

Description

AKIRA Store Manager About AKIRA Founded in 2002 with our first women's boutique in Chicago, AKIRA has grown into a national fashion powerhouse with 35+ retail locations and a thriving eCommerce platform at shopAKIRA.com. What sets us apart? Fanatical, obsessive attention to our customers' needs and desires. At AKIRA, every team member is empowered to Act and Think Like an Owner, a mindset that fuels innovation, accountability, and success across the business. The Position: Store Manager Overview: AKIRA Store Managers are fanatical salespeople, driven by goals and dedicated to servant leadership. They excel in ensuring customers are styled by knowledgeable experts who are deeply immersed in the world of fashion. Our mission is to help customers look and feel their best. Store Managers are relentless in recruiting and developing top-tier talent to maintain a high-performing team. By leading through example and adopting an ownership mindset, they go above and beyond to achieve both personal and store objectives. Essential Functions: Recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding exceptional employees and managers. Training, mentoring, and retaining top-tier talent to foster growth and excellence. Cultivating and maintaining a positive and energized store atmosphere. Elevating the selling culture by championing AKIRA's 5 Steps of Selling. Providing timely, constructive feedback both in real-time and through written communication. Inspiring and motivating employees and managers to perform at their best. Ensuring seamless store operations and maintaining impeccable visual presentation aligned with AKIRA standards. Upholding and enforcing all AKIRA policies with consistency and integrity. Exceeding individual sales goals with enthusiasm and determination. Driving the store's daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals to surpass expectations. Leading by example to embody and promote AKIRA's culture and Code of Conduct through our 4 Principles. Qualifications: Minimum 1 year of experience in store management A passion for fashion and a keen eye for trends. An unwavering work ethic and dedication to excellence. Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide a team. Exceptional communication and organizational abilities. High motivation coupled with a proactive sense of urgency. At least one year of experience in retail management. Expertise in supervising, motivating, and effectively directing employees. Flexibility to adapt to new directions and embrace change with enthusiasm. Comprehensive knowledge of visual merchandising and superior customer service practices. Strong understanding of store operations, including inventory management, loss prevention, retail systems, and budget preparation. The ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, where a hands-on approach drives success. A collaborative mindset, fostering strong and sustainable relationships with employees and managers. Physical Requirements: Move product, supplies and/or boxes repetitively; ability to push, pull, lift a maximum of 50 lbs. based on needs of the role Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time, including a 10-12 hour shift Diversity & Inclusion: At AKIRA we believe that treating everyone in a first-class manner is essential to fostering an inclusive environment that reflects our values and our community. This is deeply rooted in our company's principles, culture, and fashion. We continuously strive to cultivate a company where employees feel a sense of belonging and contribute to a culture that values differences, ideas, and experiences. Our unique workforce is directly linked to our success and makes us stronger collectively. Benefits and Perks: AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full-time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and employee discount. We are committed to encouraging internal development and providing significant career enrichment opportunities. Most importantly, what has propelled AKIRA's growth and success over the years has been the dynamic culture within the company - if you're filled with passion, have a strong desire to get things done, and if you want to go to a place where you know your work matters and where you can implement your ideas and decisions, then AKIRA just might be the place for you. Job Type: Full Time At AKIRA, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. The starting pay for this position is $70,000 - $85,000 annually, and may be adjusted based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Additional compensation and benefits may also apply and will be discussed during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

Store Managers are responsible for recruiting, training, and developing a high-performing team while ensuring exceptional customer service and sales performance. They lead by example, embodying the company's culture and driving store operations to meet sales goals.