Central & Northern California - Area Manager

The role

You will serve as the field leader overseeing Jenni Kayne retail locations throughout the Central and Northern California market. You will drive sales performance, develop store teams, and ensure operational excellence through consistent field presence and coaching.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary field leader and culture ambassador for retail stores in the market
• Drive overall market performance to achieve sales goals and operational objectives
• Partner with Store Managers to analyze sales trends and implement growth strategies
• Coach, mentor, and develop Store Managers and their teams
• Recruit, interview, and onboard Store Managers and key retail talent
• Lead by example on the sales floor to reinforce selling behaviors and service standards
• Ensure consistent execution of company policies, operational procedures, and brand standards
• Conduct routine store audits for inventory, visual presentation, and client experience
• Support new store openings, relocations, and pop-up activations
• Execute local marketing initiatives and community partnerships to drive brand awareness

Required qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of multi-unit retail leadership experience
• Proven track record of driving sales performance and leading multiple retail locations
• Ability to coach, develop, and retain high-performing Store Managers and retail teams
• Experience building talent pipelines through recruiting and succession planning
• Exceptional communication, coaching, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills
• Experience partnering with Human Resources on employee relations and performance management
• Strong business acumen to analyze sales reporting and key performance indicators
• Understanding of local market development and community partnerships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and retail reporting systems
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Central & Northern California market
• Ability and willingness to work 100% in the field, traveling regularly and independently
• Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods

Nice to have

• Experience within premium, luxury, or lifestyle retail
• Based in Palo Alto, CA

About the company

Jenni Kayne is a California-based lifestyle brand that aims to empower an elevated approach to everyday living. The company believes in the power of a workplace built on diversity and inclusion.