Retail District Manager

As a District Manager at Arden's Garden, you'll have the unique opportunity to inspire and develop high-performing Store Managers, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and drive growth across multiple retail locations—all while staying rooted in the communities we serve. At Arden's Garden, we are performance-driven and purpose-led, looking for leaders who share that mindset.

In this role, you will oversee a portfolio of stores, execute strategic plans, coach leadership teams, and ensure operational excellence. You are a leader of leaders, skilled at developing diverse teams that understand their markets, connect with their communities, and exceed customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead a Portfolio of Businesses:
Develop and implement district-level strategies to achieve financial, operational, and customer service goals across all stores. Recognize and address each store's unique challenges and opportunities.

Drive Sales Results:
Take full ownership of your district's sales performance. Analyze sales data, identify trends, and develop action plans to ensure consistent growth in overall volume. Hold Store Managers accountable for meeting and exceeding targets.

Coach and Develop Store Managers:
Inspire, motivate, and strengthen Store Managers in their roles as team leaders, retail operators, and business owners. Ensure all managers are properly trained and consistently meeting all key performance indicator (KPI) goals.

Ensure Consistency and Compliance in Sales Execution:
Maintain high standards of compliance across the district by ensuring every location follows Arden’s Garden's sales processes and service steps. Reinforce consistency in customer experience and operational excellence to fuel sustained growth.

Be a Strategic Resource:
Provide expertise in areas such as customer engagement, team staffing, operational best practices, and adherence to company policies and procedures.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in multi-location retail management, with a focus on P&L, inventory, operations, and customer service.
• Minimum of 3 years of multi-unit leadership experience, managing teams of 6 or more, including hiring, training, and performance coaching.
• At least 3 years in a customer service-focused role.
• Experience in a multi-unit environment—preferably in the retail or restaurant industry—with strong knowledge of financial reporting and operational strategy.
• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• A bachelor's degree in business or a related field is preferred. Alternatively, 4 years of U.S. military service will also be considered.

If you're ready to lead with purpose, drive meaningful results, and grow alongside a values-driven company, Arden's Garden welcomes your leadership.

Qualifications:

• Ability to work full-time, including variable shifts and days, and availability for more than 40 hours per week as needed.
• A valid driver's license and a reliable personal vehicle are required. (A car expense reimbursement is provided.)