Boutique Store Manager

Position Summary

Corner Hub Boutique is seeking an energetic, customer-focused Store Manager to lead the daily operations of our growing boutique. This individual will inspire the team, create an exceptional shopping experience, drive sales, maintain beautiful visual merchandising, and help build a destination shopping experience that reflects the charm of Nisswa and the excitement of discovering something new.

This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who thrives in retail, enjoys coaching others, and loves fashion, gifts, and creating memorable customer experiences.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Corner Hub Boutique, we're more than a clothing store—we're a destination where locals, cabin owners, and visitors come to discover something special. Every day brings new faces, fresh arrivals, and opportunities to create memorable shopping experiences.

As our Store Manager, you'll have the opportunity to shape the customer experience, lead an incredible team, and make a meaningful impact on the growth of our business. We believe leadership is about serving others, celebrating wins together, and creating a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

If you're passionate about fashion, gifts, visual merchandising, community involvement, and inspiring a team to do their best, you'll love being part of Corner Hub Boutique. We're looking for someone who takes pride in the details, embraces creativity, and is excited to help write the next chapter of our growing business.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Salary: $65,000 annually
• Performance-based bonus and incentive opportunities
• Generous employee merchandise discount
• Health insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Eligible to participate in the company 401(k) retirement plan after one year of employment, in accordance with the plan's eligibility requirements

Primary ResponsibilitiesLeadership

• Recruit, train, coach, and develop an outstanding team.
• Lead by example with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Create a culture focused on exceptional customer service.
• Schedule staff to meet business needs while managing payroll effectively.
• Conduct team meetings and provide regular coaching and performance feedback.

Sales & Customer Experience

• Drive sales through outstanding customer engagement.
• Build relationships with local customers and seasonal visitors.
• Coach associates on selling techniques and product knowledge.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and promptly.
• Foster a welcoming environment that encourages repeat business.

Store Operations

• Oversee all daily store operations.
• Open and close the store.
• Ensure accurate cash handling and daily deposits.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through Shopify.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs.
• Ensure cleanliness, organization, and safety throughout the store.

Visual Merchandising

• Maintain an inspiring sales floor with fresh displays.
• Execute seasonal merchandising plans.
• Rotate merchandise regularly to keep the store exciting.
• Ensure products are well stocked, signed, and presented beautifully.

Inventory & Receiving

• Receive and process new merchandise.
• Maintain organized stockrooms.
• Assist with inventory counts and annual inventory.
• Identify slow-moving merchandise and recommend promotions.

Marketing & Community Engagement

• Support social media content by showcasing new arrivals and store events.
• Participate in community events, sidewalk sales, holiday promotions, and special events.
• Encourage customer loyalty and positive online reviews.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of retail leadership experience preferred.
• Boutique, apparel, gift, or specialty retail experience strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with Shopify or a similar point-of-sale system preferred.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for fashion, gifts, and exceptional customer service.

Who Thrives Here

You'll likely love this role if you:

• Naturally take initiative and lead by example.
• Enjoy mentoring and helping others succeed.
• Love building relationships with customers and your team.
• Notice the small details that make a boutique feel inviting.
• Stay calm and positive during busy weekends and holiday seasons.
• Take pride in creating an exceptional customer experience.
• Enjoy balancing leadership, operations, merchandising, and sales.

What We're Looking For

• Positive and energetic
• Self-motivated
• Creative
• Organized
• Detail-oriented
• Results-driven
• Comfortable making decisions independently
• Passionate about creating an exceptional shopping experience

Performance Expectations

• Sales growth
• Customer satisfaction
• Employee retention and engagement
• Inventory accuracy
• Store presentation
• Payroll management
• Achievement of monthly sales goals
• Community involvement and successful execution of store events

Join Our Team

We're building more than a boutique—we're building an experience our customers look forward to every time they visit Nisswa.

If you're a positive leader who enjoys retail, loves working with people, and wants to be part of a growing local business, we'd love to meet you.

Corner Hub Boutique is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming workplace where every employee is valued and respected. We believe the best customer experiences begin with an exceptional team.

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person