District Manager

Lead the way with us — join a fast-fashion, high-growth organization and build the future. Ready to takeyour leadership to the next level? If you love driving performance across multiple locations andmentoring teams to success, this ones for you. ABOUT EDIKTED Edikted is a global, trend-driven fashion brand redefining how the next generation discovers and experiences style. Built for a digitally savvy customer, we move at the speed of culture, bringing the latest fashion trends from concept to closet through an innovative omnichannel experience. Our stores are more than retail destinations — theyre where our brand comes to life. Every interaction,every product story, and every customer experience reflects our commitment to innovation, creativity,community and diversity. At Edikted, we inspire uniqueness for trend-obsessed individuals. We'relooking for exceptional leaders who are passionate about developing people, driving businessperformance, and creating unforgettable customer experiences. POSITION SUMMARY The District Manager (DM) leads the overall culture, operations, and success of retail store locations within an assigned fleet. As an elevated field leader, the DM directly leads Store Managers and owns the team and business results for the fleet, translating brand strategy into consistent, premium in-store execution. This role balances strong commercial acumen with a genuine passion for coaching and developing people, and serves as the key link between store-level teams and corporate functions suchas HR, Loss Prevention, and Retail Leadership. Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Own sales, profitability, and KPI performance across all stores in the fleet; analyze wins and opportunities to enable quick, informed decisions. Build the fleets annual budget and sales forecast alongside Retail Leadership, then track results week to week and adjust plans as the business moves. Own the success of each stores numbers, reviewing performance on a consistent schedule and turning what you find into clear action plans that grow sales and protect profit. Provide fleet performance updates to the Retail Director and Head of Retail Leadership on a regularcadence, flagging risks and opportunities early. Leadership & Team Development Recruit, hire, train, and develop Store Managers; build bench strength and succession plans across the fleet. Conduct regular store visits to coach Store Managers on leadership, operations, and merchandisingexecution, resolving people challenges with appropriate urgency. Set clear performance expectations, deliver timely feedback, and manage performance issues fairlyand consistently, in partnership with HR and Talent Acquisition. Drive people plans across the fleet to build a high-performing, engaged, and inclusive team culture, and deliver recognition and rewards for strong store performance. Lead cross-functional, diverse teams and build strong talent pipelines by identifying future Store Manager and District Manager candidates. Operations & Standards Ensure all stores comply with company policies, procedures, and applicable employment and safety regulations. Partner with Loss Prevention on shrink, safety, and compliance issues, and step in on serious customer complaints to reach a fair resolution that keeps the brand's reputation intact. Lead a regular cadence of store audits covering operational compliance, presentation, and service,turning findings into clear, trackable improvement plans. Prepare stores ahead of major selling seasons — aligning training, staffing, product flow, and in-store presentation so the fleet is ready to perform when it matters most. Oversee execution of new store openings, remodels, and closures within the fleet as needed. Visual Merchandising & Brand Experience Ensure consistent execution of visual merchandising directives, seasonal resets, and brand presentation standards across the fleet. Use store-level data and local market insight to spot merchandising and layout improvements, weighing the sales impact of each change before it's made. Partner with the Visual Merchandising and Brand teams to lead in-store marketing execution and activations, ensuring a consistent, elevated presentation of women's fashion trends across the fleet. Monitor customer satisfaction metrics tied to the in-store experience and implement service-improvement strategies where needed. Communication & Cross-Functional Partnership Serve as the key liaison between store teams and corporate departments (HR, Visual Merchandising,Marketing, Loss Prevention, Retail Operations). Partner with regional leadership on planning conversations that shape the fleet's yearly goals and priorities. Escalate systemic issues (staffing gaps, facilities, supply chain) to the appropriate corporate partnerand follow through to resolution. Communicate company initiatives, policy updates, and performance expectations clearly and consistently to store teams, and stay current on industry and marketplace trends. Requirements WHO YOU ARE A leader — you inspire and motivate teams to perform at their best, and people want to grow with you. Results-driven — organized and commercially sharp, with a deep understanding of what moves business performance. Guest-obsessed — you hold a superior guest experience as the standard, consistently, across every store in the fleet. A problem-solver — you thrive in dynamic environments and move fast to keep operations smooth. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 5+ years of progressive retail management experience, including at least 2-3 years in a multi-unit orfleet leadership role. Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales, profitability, and KPI targets in a high-volume orcomplex retail environment. Experience leading cross-functional, diverse teams; comfortable managing a fleet-sized team of 50+employees. Strong people-leadership skills, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and succession planning. Working knowledge of retail operations, budgeting, visual merchandising standards, inventory control, and loss prevention practices. Experience in women's fashion or specialty apparel retail strongly preferred; genuine passion for trend, style, and the Edikted customer. Outstanding communication and influencing skills; ability to build constructive, collaborative relationships across functions. Proficiency with retail POS, scheduling, and reporting systems; working knowledge of tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI a plus. Ability to travel regularly within the fleet (typically 60-80% of time in the field). Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT Ability to travel frequently by car (and occasionally by air) between store locations, including some overnight travel. Ability to stand, walk, and move through a retail sales floor and stockroom for extended periods during store visits. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally (e.g., merchandise, visual displays). Flexibility to work a variable schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needsrequire. WHY JOIN US Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays Real career growth inside a fast-growing global brand New store openings, new markets, new challenges Edikted is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr