District Manager, Southern CA

About us Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywhere—from the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between). Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us?

About the role As a District Manager, you will oversee the operations of Loft Outlet and Ann Taylor Factory stores within So CA, AZ, NV. You will drive profitability across all stores by focusing on customer experience, business operations, product management, and talent development. In this leadership role, you’ll ensure the district runs smoothly and achieves its goals.

The impact you can have

• Cultivate a customer-focused environment that consistently delivers exceptional customer experiences.
• Inspire, educate, and coach associates to leverage the brand's behaviors to create genuine customer connections.
• Foster an inclusive culture for associates where everyone feels welcome and engaged.
• Oversee all people management functions, including recruiting, hiring, and developing diverse management-level talent for the district.
• Conduct regular store visits to assess operations and provide guidance to management.
• Educate store management on marketing initiatives, product placement, lifestyle concepts and product knowledge.
• Cultivate a strong operational dynamic with store managers to achieve goals.
• Ensure all stores in the district uphold the highest merchandising and operational standards.
• Oversee product management directives including execution of all pricing strategies.
• Analyze business reporting and develop strategies to maximize performance.
• Promote community involvement by supporting company-sponsored events and philanthropic initiatives.

What you’ll bring to the role

• 5+ years of specialty retail experience
• Multi-store management experience required
• Enjoys coaching and developing talent
• Must have strong people management skills
• Technology proficient and a strong business acumen
• Ability to travel and manage time appropriately between multiple store locations

Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer matching to eligible nonprofit organizations, plus philanthropic activities to support our communities*
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(k)
• Time off – paid time off and holidays*

Job offers will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful. Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.

Location: Field Mgmt-District 81 ATF/LOS-ANN-Yorba Linda, CA 92887 Position Type: Regular/Full time Pay Range: $106,000.00 - $130,000.00 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.