Retail Store Manager

Johnnie-O is a branded lifestyle apparel company, founded in 2005 in Santa Monica, CA, that embodies living your best life. Its blend of Southern California lifestyle coupled with a hint of East Coast tradition and Midwest grit creates a truly distinct point of view within the lifestyle apparel industry. Johnnie-O is a unique lifestyle apparel brand providing classic, casual pieces for men, women, and boys. The brand fills a niche in the apparel marketplace between the traditional East Coast "preppy" brands and West Coast "surf" brands. The Johnnie-O brand is both a personality and an experience that can be described as fun, fresh, tongue-in-cheek, accessible, active and family-oriented. Johnnie-O is a fast-growing multi-channel apparel company. We seek to attract highly motivated individuals who want to work as a team and share in the commitment, responsibility, and discipline required to achieve our vision. The Johnnie-O management philosophy is based on responsibility and mutual respect. We are a fun and dynamic bunch that are motivated in working to get the company to the next level. Our employees are smart, creative, and passionate individuals who meet the same superior standards we set for our products. We embrace talented people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. It is our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

THE ROLE

Johnnie-O is looking for a Store Manager to lead the Wilmette, IL retail location, to deliver an exceptional customer experience while driving sales, build a strong team, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations. This role is responsible for achieving results in key focus areas such as team leadership, sales/community growth, customer experience, and store operations. Target Opening Date: 6/30/26.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Build a performance-driven, customer-first culture rooted in Johnnie-O values. Recruit, hire, and develop top talent, providing ongoing coaching and recognition. Set clear expectations, track progress, and celebrate team achievements. Achieve and exceed sales goals through strategic planning and execution. Use clienteling tools to build long-term customer relationships and drive repeat business. Partner with marketing and community teams to plan events that engage the local market. Lead by example on the sales floor, modeling personalized, authentic service.'Ensure the team is confident in product knowledge, fit, and styling to provide expert recommendations. Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting store environment. Manage scheduling, payroll, cash handling, inventory accuracy, and loss prevention. Execute seasonal floor sets and weekly merchandising updates that reflect brand standards and directives from HQ.

QUALIFICATIONS

3-5 years of retail management experience, ideally in a premium or lifestyle brand. Proven track record of achieving sales targets while developing strong teams. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to analyze performance, make data-driven decisions, and act quickly on opportunities. Comfort with POS systems, reporting tools, and MS Office applications. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., climb ladders, and be on your feet for extended periods.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

Full-time/Hourly position plus commission opportunities, paid time off, and paid holidays Health/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life/Shirt-Term Disability Insurance benefits Employee discounts We appreciate your interest in our company and look forward to hearing from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr Johnnie-O