Regional Manager

Job Title: Regional Manager

Department: Winston Operations

Reports to: Director of Retail and Demonstrations

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Status: Full-time - Remote

Salary: $50-55

Note that this range is representative of earning potential, and actual pay will be based on skills, experience, and/or geographic location.

Who Is Winston?

Winston Retail Solutions is a leading agency in the retail industry, offering services such as merchandising, demo support, creative design, marketing, client training, project management, and technical resources. Our passionate team handles retail presentations for top fashion, image, and lifestyle brands. We seek energetic employees ready to influence the industry by working with apparel, footwear, and accessories brands. If you're ready for an exciting career in retail, we're ready to work with you!

Job Summary

The Regional Manager – Retail (RMR) reports to the Director of Retail and Demonstrations and is responsible for leading and developing Field Talent, managing a geographical area for clients within Winston Zones, and ensuring all projects are staffed and executed properly. The role involves collaboration with Account Management, Account Training, other Regional Managers, and Recruiting teams to ensure 100% execution of client projects.

Job Duties

Ensure that all projects are flawlessly executed and delivered against both Winston Standards and client expectations.

• Responsible for leading and developing Field Talent, ensuring that all client projects are 100%.
• Strategically staff projects, minimizing travel expenses and overtime.
• Oversee staffing a geographic area and guide calendars and budgets for staff projects..
• Collaborate with Recruiting and other Regional Managers to fill open positions/locations.
• Report on staffing ratios, opportunities, and risks by project, and completion rates weekly and monthly in cross-functional business meetings.
• Provide coaching and guidance as needed for execution issues and reporting.
• Communicate cross-functionally regarding the progress and completion of projects in the assigned geographical.
• Staff projects with talent that reflect our brand image, ensuring projects are done on time and within budget by dedicated coordinators.
• Provide timely feedback to Field Talent to improve execution. Identify, evaluate, and elevate talent to support succession planning in the field.
• Create a “Field First” mentality by engaging teams, celebrating success, and coaching opportunities, leading to minimal field turnover.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Schedule flexibility to include weekends when required
• Must be nimble and agile with an ability to multitask and problem-solve
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting new ideas in an organized and detailed manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills across a wide range of experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and technologically strong with experience working in proprietary systems.

Education and Experience

• 2-year degree; 4-year or advanced degree a plus
• 1-3 years of leadership experience managing a team of 2 or more within a wholesale, retail, or store organization
• Demonstrated experience in: Managing and leading teams
• Organization and Time Management
• Utilizing business metrics to deliver against financial goals
• Working in a cross-functional environment
• Influencing and negotiating to complete projects

What’s In It For You? (Benefits)

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401k
• Employee Discount program
• Wellness program
• Pet Insurance

At Winston, we are ALL IN!

At Winston, we celebrate our diverse talent and unique skill sets, embracing change to grow stronger together. Our goal is to ensure every member of the Winston community feels valued, respected, and heard daily, including our applicants. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We also uphold fair employment practices concerning citizenship and immigration status.