Midwest/Southwest - Area Manager

The role

You will serve as the field leader overseeing retail locations throughout the Midwest and Southwest regions. You will drive sales performance, develop store teams, and ensure operational excellence and an elevated client experience.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary field leader and culture ambassador for Midwest/Southwest retail stores
• Drive regional 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 retail teams
• Recruit, interview, and onboard Store Managers and key retail talent
• Lead on the sales floor to reinforce selling behaviors and service standards
• Ensure consistent execution of company policies and brand standards
• Conduct routine store audits for inventory, visual presentation, and operations
• Support new store openings, relocations, and pop-up activations
• Identify and execute local marketing initiatives and community partnerships

Required qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of multi-unit retail leadership experience
• Proven track record of driving sales performance and leading multiple locations
• Ability to coach, develop, and retain high-performing teams
• Experience building talent pipelines through recruiting and succession planning
• Experience partnering with Human Resources on employee relations and performance management
• Strong business acumen to analyze sales reporting and KPIs
• 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 within the assigned Midwest/Southwest region
• Ability and willingness to work 100% in the field
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively, including regular overnight travel
• 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 Houston, Texas

About the company

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