Store Manager - CocoNene, Kings' Shops

Store Manager - Coco Nene, Kings' Shops About this position About The Art Source, Inc.

We are a local family business that has operated in Hawai‘i since 1986 and proudly employs over 160 team members. The Art Source, Inc. is the parent company of Pictures Plus, Plus Interiors, and Coco Nene — three sister brands committed to local manufacturing, local artistry, and products made right here on O‘ahu.

Our factory in Kapolei creates artwork, furniture, décor, and personalized gifts for our stores across O‘ahu, Maui, and the Big Island. We measure our success by our average hourly wage and the opportunities we create for local people.

Coco Nene celebrates Hawai‘i through locally made décor, gifts, and personalized products that help visitors and locals bring home a piece of the islands. Here’s a short 4-minute video:

We are hiring a Store Manager for our Coco Nene location at Kings' Shops in Waikoloa.

This is not typical retail. Our team blends hospitality, product knowledge, and focused guest service. As the Store Manager, you’ll lead a team that guides guests to meaningful, locally made products while representing Hawai‘i artists with warmth, professionalism, and pride.

We’re looking for someone who genuinely connects with our story, takes pride in our local roots, and wants to help carry that story forward through their leadership.

Pay: $65K to $80K (base salary + bonuses) Full-Time Benefits:
Medical, 401k, PTO, employee discount across all sister brands

• Lead by example on the sales floor, welcoming guests with warmth, aloha, and professionalism
• Model authentic product storytelling and represent Hawai‘i-made products and local artists with pride
• Reinforce and coach authentic product knowledge (not scripted) across the team
• Participate in management training meetings, monthly sales rallies, and required off‑site meetings
• Support and coach the team in real time to deliver consistent, high‑quality guest experiences
• Help guide guests through personalization and meaningful gift selection when needed
• Maintain store readiness, visual standards, and an inviting environment throughout the day
• Manage daily store operations including opening/closing, cash handling, deposits, and task execution
• Ensure accurate inventory control by receiving deliveries, monitoring stock levels, and maintaining organized backstock
• Achieve store goals by managing floor flow, coverage, and performance focus during shifts
• Communicate with internal departments (such as production, inventory, visual, or leadership partners) to support store needs, resolve issues, and keep operations running smoothly
• Uphold and reinforce a positive, collaborative team culture

This role is for someone who enjoys leading people, driving performance, and keeping the store running smoothly, not just managing tasks.

• Ownership mindset with a proactive leadership style
• Previous leadership or management experience required (keyholder, shift lead, supervisor, or similar)
• Previous experience in a high-volume, hospitality-driven, or guest-facing environment required
• Strong, consistent performance improvement driver
• Strong floor presence with the ability to lead by example
• Reliable follow-through with clear, respectful communication
• Coaching mindset with a people-first approach
• Operational awareness, including inventory control and daily store operations
• Technologically competent and comfortable working in digital systems, including POS, inventory management, email communication, and shared trackers or documents
• Growth-minded and motivated by continuous improvement and supporting store goals
• Alignment with Coco Nene values and pride in representing Hawai‘i-made products
• This role requires prior leadership experience and strong ownership. Comfort operating in a fast-paced, technology-supported retail environment is essential. Other skills will be supported and developed in role
• Experience working in a tourist-heavy or international guest environment
• Familiarity with inventory processes such as receiving, replenishment, or counts
• Comfort using shared digital tools (POS systems, email, spreadsheets, or task…