Store Manager - Potomac Mills

About AKIRA Founded in 2002 with our first women's boutique in Chicago, AKIRA has grown into a national fashion powerhouse with 35+ retail locations and a thriving eCommerce platform at shopAKIRA.com. AKIRA Store Manager The Position Store Manager Overview AKIRA Store Managers are fanatical salespeople, driven by goals and dedicated to servant leadership. They excel in ensuring customers are styled by knowledgeable experts who are deeply immersed in the world of fashion. Our mission is to help customers look and feel their best. Store Managers are relentless in recruiting and developing top-tier talent to maintain a high-performing team. By leading through example and adopting an ownership mindset, they go above and beyond to achieve both personal and store objectives. Essential Functions Recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding exceptional employees and managers. Training, mentoring, and retaining top-tier talent to foster growth and excellence. Cultivating and maintaining a positive and energized store atmosphere. Elevating the selling culture by championing AKIRA's 5 Steps of Selling. Providing timely, constructive feedback both in real-time and through written communication. Inspiring and motivating employees and managers to perform at their best. Ensuring seamless store operations and maintaining impeccable visual presentation aligned with AKIRA standards. Upholding and enforcing all AKIRA policies with consistency and integrity. Exceeding individual sales goals with enthusiasm and determination. Driving the store's daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals to surpass expectations. Leading by example to embody and promote AKIRA's culture and Code of Conduct through our 4 Principles. Qualifications Minimum 1 year of experience in store management. A passion for fashion and a keen eye for trends. An unwavering work ethic and dedication to excellence. Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide a team. Exceptional communication and organizational abilities. High motivation coupled with a proactive sense of urgency. At least one year of experience in retail management. Expertise in supervising, motivating, and effectively directing employees. Flexibility to adapt to new directions and embrace change with enthusiasm. Comprehensive knowledge of visual merchandising and superior customer service practices. Strong understanding of store operations, including inventory management, loss prevention, retail systems, and budget preparation. The ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, where a hands‑on approach drives success. A collaborative mindset, fostering strong and sustainable relationships with employees and managers. Physical Requirements Move product, supplies and/or boxes repeatedly; ability to push, pull, lift a maximum of 50 lbs. based on needs of the role. Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time, including a 10-12 hour shift. Benefits and Perks AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full‑time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and employee discount. We are committed to encouraging internal development and providing significant career enrichment opportunities. Most importantly, what has propelled AKIRA's growth and success over the years has been the dynamic culture within the company – if you're filled with passion, have a strong desire to get things done, and want to go to a place where you know your work matters and where you can implement your ideas and decisions, then AKIRA just might be the place for you. Job Type Full Time Compensation At AKIRA, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job‑related factors. Additional compensation and benefits may also apply and will be discussed during the hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr AKIRA