Retail, Retail Sales, Merchandising

Shop Manager

Lead a dynamic team and deliver memorable retail and café experiences for a thoughtfully curated lifestyle brand.

Asher + Rye is a lifestyle brand bringing curated products that never sacrifice function for design and always have one goal in mind: to make you love how you live. Established in 2015, we've grown into a multifaceted lifestyle destination that includes a thoughtfully curated retail shop, coffee bar, community events, and interior design services through our sister company, Asher + Rye Studio.

Rooted in design, we create beautiful, functional spaces and experiences that inspire everyday living.

We're more than a shop — we're a community rooted in creativity, quality, and connection. Located in Savannah's Downtown Design District, our design-focused environment supports professional growth and leadership as we expand. We align team members' strengths with their roles, empowering people to become experts in their craft while encouraging collaboration, flexibility, and a family-minded culture. We value excellence and accountability without being corporate, and offer perks like generous employee discounts and meaningful opportunities to shape the customer experience of a beloved local lifestyle brand.

If you want a place where your ideas and contributions matter, you've found it.

We're seeking a candidate who blends merchant instincts, styling talent, hospitality leadership, and sales acumen—someone energized by both creative and operational work and excited to help shape Asher + Rye's growth.

• At least 3 years of experience in a retail management or similar leadership role.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• A keen eye for design and merchandising.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.

As our Shop Manager, you'll be the driving force behind the day-to-day operations of Asher + Rye and will report to ownership. The Shop Manager leads daily operations, team development, visual merchandising, and sales growth across the shop and coffee bar. This role suits someone passionate about design, hospitality, and retail leadership who can balance creative direction with operational rigor.

Leadership & Operations

• Oversee daily operations of retail shop and coffee bar; ensure opening/closing procedures and operational consistency.
• Lead, coach, schedule, and develop staff; serve as primary liaison between team and ownership.
• Manage POS, cash handling, inventory monitoring, and reordering coordination.
• Maintain store cleanliness, organization, and safety; handle light facilities coordination.

Customer Experience & Hospitality

• Deliver exceptional customer service and hospitality; assist with product selection, styling, and design-related inquiries.
• Build customer relationships to drive repeat business and positive word-of-mouth.
• Ensure café service standards and guest experience.

Visual Merchandising & Styling

• Maintain a highly styled, on-brand retail environment; execute seasonal floor sets and refresh displays.
• Collaborate on merchandising strategy, product placement, and storytelling to maximize engagement and sales.

Sales Growth & Business Development

• Champion sales performance and set/track team sales goals.
• Analyze sales trends and recommend initiatives (promotions, product launches, events).
• Support in-store events and community partnerships to increase traffic and brand awareness.

Marketing & Brand Support

• Partner with marketing and leadership on campaigns, content opportunities, and community outreach.
• Support visual content creation through merchandising and styling.

Measurable KPIs

• Same-store sales growth, conversion rate, and average transaction value
• Labor cost as % of sales, inventory accuracy/shrinkage
• Customer satisfaction scores and event revenue

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years retail, hospitality, or boutique management experience.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Strong visual merchandising and styling ability; passion for design and lifestyle brands.
• Demonstrated sales-driven performance and accountability.
• Proficiency with Shopify POS or similar systems;…