Store Manager, Retail & Store Manager

Overview

Store Manager

Our Store Managers are responsible for building a team of top performers, creating an amazing customer experience, and empowering the team to be their very best. You are responsible for managing all aspects of a store, including hiring and training the best associates to represent the brand and overseeing all store operations to reach company sales and profitability goals. You create a positive environment that develops and engages your managers, associates and customers every day.

You love being part of a winning team and you bring your energy to work every day.

The Store Manager reports to the District Sales Manager.

• Inspirational leader who guides their team to achieve great results.
• Proactively connect with candidates to build talent pipeline.
• Demonstrates a competitive spirit and desire to win.
• Team player with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Operates with a sense of urgency and effectively manages competing priorities.
• Adapts to change and takes on more responsibilities.
• Self‑motivated; seeks personal growth and development.

As the Store Manager you will:

• Use statistical information and market knowledge to create action plans and achieve financial, customer‑service and operational goals, while addressing the store unique strengths and challenges.
• Understand and demonstrate product knowledge, selling and operational skills to maximize sales.
• Engage with customers to build relationships and brand loyalty by using company tools.
• Attract, develop, and retain top talent individuals.
• Motivate and engage your teams by identifying their strengths.
• Provide and receive feedback to improve performance and develop team members.
• Communicate clear expectations and hold the store team and yourself accountable to achieving results.
• Ensure store standards for merchandising and operations are met consistently.
• Oversee all controllable expenses such as payroll and training to increase profitability.
• Establish trust with the team in the face of opposing beliefs, values or perspectives.

• Eligible for bonus under the Management Incentive Plan.
• Competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, and 401(k) with Company match.
• Associate discount on merchandise at all Catalyst Brands.
• Paid holidays: associates who are eligible for paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year. Store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday will receive additional compensation.
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Catalyst Brands ignites America’s most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all. Our portfolio features legendary department store JCPenney, as well as iconic specialty retail brands Aéropostale, Brooks Brothers, Lucky Brand, and Nautica.

Established in 2025, when JCPenney and the former SPARC Group combined, Catalyst Brands today operates 1,800 retail stores, shop‑in‑shops, and eCommerce platforms throughout the U.S. and Canada. It also serves leading wholesale accounts in North America and beyond.

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USD $47,740.00 - USD $68,200.00 /Yr.