District Manager (Upper Midwest) - Ann Taylor Factory / LOFT Outlet
Ascena Retail
- USA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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.
- Foster an inclusive culture for associates where everyone feels welcome and engaged.
- Oversee all people management functions, including recruiting, hiring, and developing diverse management-level talent for the district.
- Conduct regular store visits to assess operations and provide guidance to management.
- Educate store management on marketing initiatives, product placement, lifestyle concepts and product knowledge.
- Cultivate a strong operational dynamic with store managers to achieve goals.
- Ensure all stores in the district uphold the highest merchandising and operational standards.
- Oversee product management directives including execution of all pricing strategies.
- Analyze business reporting and develop strategies to maximize performance.
- Promote community involvement by supporting company-sponsored events and philanthropic initiatives.
- 5+ years of specialty retail experience
- Multi-store management experience required
- Enjoys coaching and developing talent
- Must have strong people management skills
- Technology proficient and a strong business acumen
- Ability to travel and manage time appropriately between multiple store locations
- You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
- A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer matching to eligible nonprofit organizations, plus philanthropic activities to support our communities*
- Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(k)*
- Time off – paid time off and holidays*