Store Manager: Bond-eye

About the Brand

Made to be seen, bond-eye swim is infused with the spirit of summer, salt-mist days + electric nights of its home in Sydney. Known for bold, ultra flattering silhouettes, each collection hints of nostalgia paired with innovative design principles. Every piece is designed with intention, incorporating modern ethical production practices—from initial designs, through to our Authentic Crinkle™ swimwear handcrafted in Australia.

Every piece has been artisanally hand-made, knitted using premium European fibres, + constructed to allow four-way stretch + instant recovery along the body for statement-making pieces that match the mood of the wearer:
Confident, discerning + truly authentic.

bond-eye swimwear is unsized + designed to fit a size XS through to L, with all shapes + sizes in between. Due to the unique stretch of our fabric, most of The Authentic Crinkle™ bikini tops + one-piece swimsuits can fit an A-DD/E cup. Our ultra-flexible fabric means most of our The Authentic Crinkle™ bikini bottoms can be worn either low, mid or high rise.

We’re proud of the fact that our swim collections are unsized for a reason—the reduction of excess fabric from offering multiple sizing.

By creating unsized swimwear, we’re also cutting down on excessive stock + reusing fabric off-cuts, with 80% of our range shaped from regenerated nylon derived from pre-consumer raw materials that would ordinarily go to waste. This recycled yarn is manufactured exclusively by a premium Italian mill using leading environmental processes which include reduced carbon dioxide emissions, 100% renewable energy + less water consumption.

We are seeking an innovative and results-driven Store Manager for our boutique powered by the Leap Platform, coming to Bleecker St in NYC Metro
. You will lead with a strategic mindset, developing and executing plans that drive sales, enhance customer interactions, and strengthen community ties. A key part of this role is recruiting and developing a high-performing team through thoughtful hiring, coaching, and performance management. You’ll foster a collaborative, goal-oriented environment by setting clear expectations and leading by example.

As a local market expert, you will use your knowledge of community events and networking opportunities to drive store traffic, client engagement, and brand awareness. You’ll also partner with neighboring stores and execute impactful in-store activations to grow the customer base and elevate the brand presence.

Operational excellence is at the core of this position. You will ensure brand standards are met across all areas of store operations, including visual merchandising, cleanliness, inventory management, and shipment processing. The ideal candidate thrives in an independent, fast-paced retail environment and is confident in managing daily operations such as opening/closing procedures, team scheduling, and payroll accuracy.

This role may extend beyond your primary location, occasionally supporting other Leap-powered stores within the market. This includes assisting with new store openings, onboarding team members, providing sales floor coverage, or leading community activations.

• Proven experience in retail or customer service, ideally within boutique, premium, or lifestyle brands, with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences and cultivating long-term client relationships.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to interpret key performance metrics, identify trends, and adapt strategies to drive store performance and profitability.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver personalized service and build authentic client connections that reflect the brand’s values and enhance loyalty.
• Lead a proactive talent strategy through recruiting, networking, and succession planning to build strong pipelines and ensure long-term team stability.
• Ensure operational excellence across scheduling, payroll, inventory management, visual standards, and policy compliance to drive consistent store performance.
• Proficiency with digital tools such as Shopify, Endear, Slack, and Google Workspace to support business operations, client…