Outlet Store Manager

Outlet Store Manager

At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That's why we're driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive whether it's a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line. Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation. Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success:

Runner First

We act in the best interest of the runner

Word is Bond

We do what we say we'll do

Champion Heart

We give our all in everything we do

There is no "I" in Run

We stay generous with our humanity

Keep Moving

We find ways to move every day, because joy is kinetic! We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement because we're all moving towards something. Let's run there.

Your Job:

As the Brooks Outlet Store Manager you drive sales and operations for this critical business unit by managing the day-to-day operations and personnel at our Bothell retail outlet location. You hire and inspire a team of sales professionals to deliver high touch service and represent the Brooks brand to every customer who passes through the doors. Imagine the impact you will have on the customer experience as you outfit Brooks customers and "inspire everyone to run and be active."

Job Responsibilities:

Recruit, interview, hire, train, and manage store employees to ensure cost effective and quality store operations, with the support of the Assistant Store Manager

Manage existing store budget (revenue, COGS, compensation, and expenses) and operations (product flow, staff performance, morale, etc.) to achieve maximum performance and profitability

Work cross-functionally to present, merchandise, market, and promote the outlet store

Utilize RICS Point Of Sale, Adaptive Insights, and Inventory Management Software to monitor, maintain, and report store sales, inventory levels, and other KPIs on a weekly basis

Maintain healthy inventory levels in store by placing weekly replenishment orders

Maintain healthy inventory mix by developing and employing a strategic pricing and markdown strategy

Manage and maintain the store van

Protect employees and customers by providing a safe and clean store environment with a focus on behaviors and practices that result in positive morale

Maintain the stability and reputation of the store by complying with legal requirements

Maintain operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures

Partner with Retail Operations Manager to plan seasonal product for the store

Oversee the Assistant Store Manager's work on store partnerships (OTF, Planet Fitness, Various Charities, etc.)

Plan, orchestrate, and manage an annual offsite multiday sale event (Truckload Sale)

Occasionally travel to support the transactional and retail element of Brand events

Contribute to team effort by completing other tasks as requested by the Retail Operations Manager

Job Qualifications:

3+ years' experience as a manager in a medium volume retail environment

Bachelor's degree in related field (i.e. sales, retail, business administration) or equivalent work experience, preferred

Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage store operations independently, required

Proven ability to interface between multiple departments, and navigate product availability challenges

Strong knowledge of retail analytics (inventory management, turn, gross-margin, open to buy, product merchandising, and retail selling skills) preferred

Highly-motivated and energetic with an enthusiastic attitude.

Knowledge of performance athletic footwear/apparel/accessories and their related technologies

Excellent interpersonal skills that inspire and build trust, resulting in effective working relationships across the store and company

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating effective listening through concise, clear verbal and written communication

Ability to successfully lead independently or alongside the Retail Operations Manager

Keen attention to detail in planning, organization and execution of tasks, while still seeing the big picture and understanding how all of the pieces fit together and affect one another.

Ability to anticipate how a decision made can affect our customers, our partners, our products or other departments' operations and/or morale; "connecting the dots"

Passionate participation in Brooks' sports activities a plus, overridden by the ability to understand and empathize with the runner in order to develop loyal, engaging relationships with our customers and the Brooks community

Ability to lift packages up to 50 lbs.

Embraces and lives the Brooks values!

Compensation: The pay range for this position is $28.80 - $43.23 per hour. Base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Other: Brooks is proud to offer a robust benefits package to our employees and their families!

Benefits - including medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, HSA and employer contribution, FSA, family & fertility assistance, 401K Savings Plan and match, employee assistance program, and transportation assistance.

Bonus - In addition to base pay, Brooks employees may also be offered an annual bonus based on company performance.

Paid Time Off - Brooks offers generous time off up to five weeks of accrued paid time off, 11 paid holidays, paid sick and parental leave.

Perks - including product discounts and giveaways, employee recognition, and fitness discounts

At Brooks, we celebrate diversity & equity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills to apply. Brooks is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, two-spirit identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, the presence of a physical, mental, or sensory disability, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), caste, citizenship or immigration status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, actual or perceived victims of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault or stalking, HIV or Hepatitis C infection, political ideology, use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability, or on any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, or any other non-merit based factors.