General Manager - University Village Job Seattle area,Washington USA,Management

General Manager - University Village

Full time 2610 NE University Village Street, Seattle, WA, US

About Athleta

For the past 25 years, we've committed ourselves and our brand to a single aim: to empower all women and girls. Inspiration. Collaboration. Connection. Inclusivity. It's what we do best, and we're on the hunt for people who share our passion for leading an active lifestyle, growing personally as well as professionally, and creating game-changing products and experiences.

We use business as a force for good by putting people and the planet right up there with profit, which is why Athleta is a certified B Corp. Ready to make a move? Join us. Because we know that alone we're strong, but together we're unstoppable.

About the Role

As the General Manager, you are responsible for leading your team to deliver a profitable store business plan. You ensure your store achieves all key metrics and is meeting or exceeding goals. You are the link between the brand vision and how it comes to life in your store. You drive profitable sales growth through all aspects of the store to include, Customer Operations, Merchandising, Product Operations, and talent development.

As the General Manager, you will teach and coach behaviors to your store team that delivers a best in class customer experience.

What You'll Do

Analyzes results, identifies opportunities and makes decisions in collaboration with the leadership team to drive key performance indicators

Drive profitable sales through forecasting and scheduling

Manages store budget for daily operations in support of the P&L

Builds highly productive teams through sourcing, selecting and developing people

Accountable for team performance through coaching and feedback.

Teaches and trains to build capabilities.

Leads the implementation and execution of all Standard Operating Procedures and initiatives

Creates an inclusive environment

Implements action plans to maximize efficiencies and productivity

Performs Service Leader duties

Represents the brand and understands the competitors

Promotes community involvement

Leverages OMNI to deliver a frictionless customer experience

Ensures all compliance standards are met

Who You Are

3-5 years of retail experience leading others
College degree or equivalent experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to deliver results
Ability to effectively communicate with customers and employees
Ability to maneuver around sales floor, stock room, and office; work around and with chemicals; lift/carry up to 30 lbs.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including travel, to meet the needs of the business including nights, weekends, holidays
Ability to travel as required
Business Acumen skills
Established time management skills
Strong planning and prioritization skills

Benefits at Athleta

Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.
Employees can take up to five "on the clock" hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.
Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay.
Employee stock purchase plan.
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
See more of the benefits we offer.

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In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.