Store Manager

Overview Our Store Managersare responsible forbuilding a team of top performers, creating an amazing customer experience, and empowering the team to be theirvery best. Youare responsible formanaging all aspects of astore,includinghiringand training the best associates torepresentthe brand and overseeing all store operations to reach company sales and profitability goals. The Store Manager reports to the District Sales Manager. Who You Are: Inspirational leader who guides their team to achievegreat results. Proactively connect with candidates to buildtalentpipeline. Demonstrates a competitive spirit and desire to win. Team player with an entrepreneurial spirit. Operates with a sense of urgency and effectivelymanagecompeting priorities. Adapts to change andtakeson more responsibilities. Self-motivated; seeks personal growth and development. Responsibilities As the Store Manager you will: Use statistical information and market knowledge to create action plans andachieve financial, customer-serviceand operational goals, while addressing thestoreunique strengths and challenges. Understand anddemonstrateproduct knowledge,sellingand operational skills to maximize sales. Engage withcustomers to build relationships and brand loyalty by using company tools. Attract, develop, and retainoptalentindividuals. Motivate and engage your teams byidentifyingtheir strengths. Provide and receive feedbacktoimprove performance and develop team members. Communicate clear expectations and hold the store team and yourself accountable toachievingresults. 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,valuesor perspectives. Remain composed in the face of challenges and unforeseen circumstances Provide leadership orassistancewith floor sets, window changes, and other merchandising and visual expectations. Perform POS transactions on designated shifts and execute management functions in the absence of Assistant Manager.Schedule employees to their strengths to maximize productivity. Model our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, compassion, accountability, and inclusivity. Qualifications You will also have: 2+ years as a Store Manager in similar volume, apparel business (preferred). Proventrack recordof exceeding sales and statistical expectations. Flexible availability to meet the needs of the business (including evenings and weekends). May require occasional travel to other store locations (if needed) and attend district meetings.

ABOUT CATALYST BRANDS

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. For more information, visit catalystbrands.com What you get: 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. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on merchandise at all Catalyst Brands. For paid holidays, associates who are eligible for paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year. All store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday will receive additional compensation. *For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit Pay Range USD $43,400.00 - USD $62,000.00 /Yr. #J-18808-Ljbffr JCPenney