District Manager (Denver-based Preferred)

• Develop and execute comprehensive District strategies aligned with overall company objectives, translating them into actionable plans for Store Directors and their teams.
• Achieve the District's financial and operational goals, maximizing sales and profitability through data-driven planning and expense control. 
• Proactively monitor and analyze operational statistics to quickly identify trends, variances, and issues. Dedicate time to deep-dive root cause analysis to develop and execute effective SMART action plans that deliver sustainable corrective measures.
• Champion and lead a customer-centric culture by putting customer needs at the center of operations. Coach and empower the team to be effective problem-solvers, ensuring all stores deliver experiences that meet core values and directly translate into high customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Maintain strong accountability and adherence to all operational standards, policies, and procedures, and ensure safety and risk management standards are executed.
• Forge strong relationships and collaboration with peers, cross functional partners and Home Office partners to leverage expertise in developing and executing strategies
• Build and sustain high-performing District teams through expert talent management and succession planning. Implement strategic recruitment, coaching, and performance management. Dedicate time to store visits to mentor and assign stretch assignments to high-potential talent, fueling the company's future growth.
• Proactively assess and manage District-wide staffing levels to ensure all key leadership and operational positions are filled with top-tier talent. Consistently follow up with Store Directors on store-specific staffing needs and collaborate with the Talent Acquisition Team to strategically source and recruit top external candidates.
• Build, develop, and mentor a team of store leaders to effectively drive initiatives that support the company's broader strategic goals. Ensure proper leadership alignment on key business drivers to successfully navigate and lead teams within a fast-paced retail environment.
• Drive high Team Member Engagement by actively fostering open communication, providing clear, attainable goals, and showing appreciation through recognition. Serve as an active listener, quickly act on feedback, and cultivate a positive, inclusive work environment that connects our teams to the company’s values.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership and management experience in a multi-unit retail operations role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Results-oriented drives a culture of accountability and possesses exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate clearly and concisely to all levels of the organization.
• Extensive travel within the District is required, along with flexibility as business needs dictate (i.e., nights, weekends, and holidays).
• Demonstrated experience of cross-divisional partnership and collaboration.
• Ability to effectively manage competing business demands while consistently ensuring execution and high-quality results.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, frequently moving throughout large retail store environments.
• Capable of occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Extensive travel required, including driving and flying, which may involve prolonged periods of sitting.