Retail Store Manager

We're seeking a dynamic, experienced Store Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our new MeatEater retail store opening in Edina, Minnesota, in Summer 2026. This individual will play a critical role in launching and growing a premium retail experience that reflects the spirit of MeatEater and our family of brands including First Lite, FHF Gear, Phelps Game Calls, and Dave Smith Decoys. The ideal candidate is a natural leader with a passion for the outdoors, a proven track record in retail management, and the ability to build and lead a high-performing team. The right candidate will also have personal experience in hunting, fishing, conservation and a general interest in the outdoors.

Requirements

Leadership and Team Management

• Attract, engage, lead, coach, develop, and retain talent while fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Set and exceed store's goals and KPIs, regularly assessing and adjusting strategies to meet evolving business needs.
• Cultivate an engaging and enriching work environment, ensuring a supportive and inspiring experience for all team members.
• Ensure team members understand their role in the store's success, aligning with MeatEater's broader mission.
• Facilitate ongoing brand and product training with cross-functional leaders across the company.
• Lead performance management activities, recognizing achievements, managing documentation, and addressing concerns.
• Model MeatEater's values and leadership behaviors, ensuring the store's operations and team dynamics reflect our deep connection to people, pursuits, conservation and the outdoors.

Guest Experience and Community

• Foster an outstanding guest experience, ensuring team members are well-versed in product knowledge and skilled in guest engagement.
• Provide leadership on the retail floor, making strategic decisions to optimize coverage and operation.
• Address guest feedback and emergent issues promptly and effectively, maintaining MeatEater's commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Amplify MeatEater's distinctive brand within the local community through strategic marketing, event activations, and exceptional store operations.

Marketing, Merchandising, and Operations

• Assist in the store launch and 'grand opening' experience by engaging with local community marketing partnerships and media efforts, in conjunction with MeatEater's marketing team.
• Uphold product presentation and visual merchandising standards, managing product inventory, restocking, and floor layouts as needed.
• Assist in idea generation and execution to regularly 'program' the store with distinctly MeatEater rotating features and seasonal merchandising featuring the company's product portfolio.
• Execute store opening and closing procedures diligently, adhering to safety policies to ensure a safe work environment for team members and guests.
• Participate in key 'go to market' milestones with the MeatEater company and provide proactive, clear consumer feedback on brand and product offerings.
• Consistently consider, recommend, and execute opportunities to tighten the store and the company's ties with the Edina community through events, programming, promotions, and otherwise.

Financial Responsibility

• Manage delegated aspects of the store's controllable budget and labor hours, maintaining accountability for store profitability.
• Collaborate with management to analyze business metrics, such as profit and loss statements, to inform operational planning and strategy.

Experience

• 4+ years of relevant experience in retail store management and operations.
• Preferably in the Outdoor, Sporting Goods or Lifestyle Brand industries.
• Strong knowledge of effective merchandising and floor sales techniques.
• Passionate about customer service with a strong ability to understand customer needs.
• Proficiency in managing store operations, inventory, and point-of-sale systems. Shopify is a plus.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Knowledge and personal experience in hunting.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of and personal experience in hunting, fishing, and outdoor activities, especially in Minnesota.

About MeatEater, Inc MeatEater, Inc. is an outdoor lifestyle media and commerce company founded by renowned writer and TV/podcast personality Steven Rinella. Host of the long-running TV series MeatEater and The MeatEater Podcast (among the top ten sports podcasts), Rinella has gained wide popularity with hunters, anglers, and others through his passion for outdoor adventure and wild foods, as well as his strong commitment to conservation. With the belief that a deeper understanding of the natural world enriches all of our lives, MeatEater brings together leading influencers in the categories of hunting, fishing, wild foods, and conservation to provide a community of fans with premium content, apparel, equipment, and experiences. MeatEater, Inc. is the parent company of First Lite (technical hunting apparel), FHF Gear (outdoor accessories), Phelps Game Calls, and Dave Smith Decoys. MeatEater's video content distributed via Netflix, Outdoor Sportsman Group cable networks, YouTube, its website , its own free ad-supported TV (FAST) channel, and numerous ad-supported video on demand (AVOD) platforms including Roku, PlutoTV, Tubi, and Amazon FreeVee. The company is based in Bozeman, MT. *MeatEater proudly offers a robust benefits and perks package to employees.