SoHo Retail Store Manager

Aviator Nation
Manhattan, NY
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for experienced retail leaders who prioritize team development and community engagement, with a focus on Manhattan-based operations and a need for hands-on management in a physical store environment.

Best fit for

  • Experienced retail leaders with a passion for community-building and team mentorship
    — “Community involvement is integral to our culture at Aviator Nation.”
  • Individuals who can balance operational rigor with a fun, dynamic retail atmosphere
    — “Promoting a fun, exciting atmosphere by curating and hosting live music events for our community.”

Things to consider

  • This role demands physical stamina and willingness to perform manual labor tasks
    — “Ability to kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, reach, climb, walk, and stand for long durations of time”
  • Candidates must be prepared for irregular hours including weekends and holidays
    — “Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in organizing live events and fostering community relationships
    — “Host monthly store events to boost sales and community presence”
  • Emphasize your ability to lead and coach teams with a professional and respectful approach
    — “Must be able to develop, coach, and be transparent with employees while holding the team accountable to rules and conduct in a respectful and professional manner”
  • Showcase your analytical skills and experience in interpreting sales data for strategy development
    — “Analyze sales data to develop business strategies and report KPIs”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • driving profitability
  • managing store operations
  • fostering team development
Typical background
retail managementpeople management

Skills & requirements

Required

Retail ManagementPeople ManagementCustomer ServiceSales StrategyInventory Management

Preferred

Event CoordinationCommunity Engagement

Stack & domain

People ManagementInventory ManagementSalesTrainingCustomer ServiceLeadershipCommunicationInterpersonalAttention To DetailOrganizational AbilityAnalyticalComputer SkillsRetail

About the role

Original posting from Aviator Nation via Greenhouse

Overview 

The Store Manager is a dynamic leader responsible for driving profitability, overseeing operations, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. They manage performance, staffing, training, payroll, and building maintenance while developing strategies to meet sales goals. Through mentorship and team development, they foster strong retail skills and ensure outstanding customer service. Community involvement is integral to our culture at Aviator Nation. Store Managers are responsible for promoting a fun, exciting atmosphere by curating and hosting live music events for our community.

Key Responsibilities 

Lead and manage all store staff, ensuring accountability and high performance

Set and achieve sales goals through planning and team engagement

Provide coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations for employees

Oversee hiring, training, and scheduling of staff

Manage employee issues and grievances

Ensure exceptional customer service and resolve escalated issues

Analyze sales data to develop business strategies and report KPIs

Maintain accurate inventory levels and manage stock counts

Partner with Inventory Manager and Assistant Manager to maintain store presentation

Support omni-channel sales and fulfillment processes

Ensure daily operations, restocks, and store standards are consistently met

Host monthly store events to boost sales and community presence

Participate in open houses

Attend local business organization meetings

Foster relationships with local businesses and neighbors 

Seek out sponsorship for food and beverage

Skills & Requirements 

People management experience is a must.

Must be able to develop, coach, and be transparent with employees while holding the team accountable to rules and conduct in a respectful and professional manner 

3-5 years of experience managing in a similar role

Positive, outgoing, and encouraging attitude!

Professional appearance, must follow AVN presentation standards

Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail and organizational ability

Analytical and computer skills

Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an  employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Ability to kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, reach, climb, walk, and stand for long durations of time

Ability to move and lift equipment and supplies of up to 30 pounds

Vision abilities include close, distance, color peripheral, and depth perception

Noise level in the work environment is moderate 

This job description is not exhaustive, and you may be required to carry out other duties as  requested. 

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Pet insurance

401K match

Sales and retention incentive bonuses

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Monthly clothing allowance

Generous employee discount

Friends and family discount

Free fitness classes at our Santa Monica RIDE studio

Generous discount on all Dreamland events, food, and beverages

Travel opportunities for national events, festivals, and store build-outs

An appropriate range of pay for this position is $35-$45/hr DOE.

EEO Statement

Aviator Nation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,  color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status,  sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring,  placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

Source: Aviator Nation careers (Greenhouse)

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