About the role

  • District Manager overseeing multiple Sur La Table locations, driving operations and people development. Focused on improving customer experience and achieving financial results across districts.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborates cross functionally to drive a key priority or initiative that impacts overall store operations nationwide.
  • Ensures customer service standards are consistently met across the district.
  • Creates an environment where employees are informed and capable by directing and following up on training initiatives for the district.
  • Models and follows up to ensure all Sur La Table policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are communicated effectively, maintained and consistently followed district-wide.
  • Maintains an active performance development process. Provides coaching in the moment and performance feedback to managers using the appropriate levels of direction and support. Conducts formal performance reviews.
  • Proactively monitors and manages district staffing levels according to retail and culinary census and fluctuations in seasonal business needs.
  • Analyzes and measures district sales results and trends to achieve sales driving initiatives.
  • Holds managers accountable for the accuracy and integrity of employee information including, but not limited to, requisition data, personal data, and payroll.
  • Holds managers accountable for store operations, scheduling, visual presentation and merchandise stock levels to ensure district is optimized to meet retail & culinary objectives.
  • Ensures adherence to applicable employment laws, including but not limited to, wage and hour; and workplace safety and health.
  • Manages travel expenses to budget; maximizes district and stores’ 4-Wall EBITDA.
  • Appropriately partners with corporate departments such as Retail Operations, HR, Loss Prevention, Planning, Real Estate and other departments.
  • Demonstrates exceptional verbal and written communication skills with employees, customers, field management and corporate office.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of progressively responsible retail management experience.
  • 5+ years multi-unit management experience.
  • Proven ability to build effective teams and motivate employees.
  • Proven ability to drive sales.
  • Proven financial skills and business acumen.
  • Functional knowledge of retail/store systems.
  • Familiarity with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • May require valid Food Handlers and/or Food Manager certification.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities

Job title

District Manager

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

$120,000 - $130,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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