Retail Store Manager- Kennebunkport, ME

Lead the Crew at Sea Bags!

Sea Bags, the original maker of one-of-a-kind totes, handbags, and accessories crafted in the USA from recycled sailboat sails, is looking for a Full-Time Store Manager to join our team in our beautiful Kennebunkport store.

If you’re a natural leader with a passion for sustainability, exceptional customer service, and team development, we’d love to talk with you! We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, enjoys engaging with customers, and is excited to share the Sea Bags brand story.

Why Join Us?

We offer a generous benefits package for our Full-Time Retail Store Managers, including:

✅ Medical, dental, and vision insurance

✅ Flexible spending accounts (Health and Dependent Care)

✅ Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability
✅ 401(k) plan
✅ Paid vacation, holidays, sick days, and birthday leave
✅ Employee referral bonus
✅ Employee assistance program
✅ A great employee merchandise discount

What You’ll Do

• Provide exceptional customer service while sharing the Sea Bags brand story.
• Engage customers with product knowledge and recommendations.
• Lead and support store operations, ensuring an exceptional customer experience.
• Motivate and develop the team to achieve sales goals and uphold brand standards.
• Foster a positive and team-oriented store environment.
• Ensure proper execution of merchandising, inventory management, and store presentation.
• Train employees on company policies, sales strategies, and product knowledge.
• Handle sales transactions, returns, and exchanges efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with team members and leadership.

What We’re Looking For

• A customer-focused mindset with a passion for engaging with people.
• A team player willing to jump in and support wherever needed.
• Previous successful experience as a retail store manager, supervisor, or in a leadership role.
• Strong customer service and people management skills.
• A motivator who inspires and engages their team.
• Ability to clearly communicate processes and instructions, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word & Excel).
• Experience using POS systems with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including occasional longer shifts based on business needs.

Work Location: In person – Kennebunkport, ME

At Sea Bags, we celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected status.

Ready to set sail with us? Apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Experience:

• Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
• Retail Management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $56,178 - $82,264