District Manager - Upper Midwest

The District Manager embodies the organization's Experience First culture and sets an example for others. This individual is a dynamic leader who plays a pivotal role in driving the success of their district. The District Manager ensures that each store within their district delivers exceptional results and contributes to the overall growth and profitability of the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of the importance of delivering exceptional customer experiences and inspire their teams to do the same
• Develop and execute strategies to increase sales, control expenses, and achieve financial targets
• Develop strategic and collaborative relationships with key business partners
• Represent the interests of their district while also conveying headquarters' directives and initiatives
• Ensure that each store adheres to visual merchandising standards and guidelines
• Implement best practices, streamline processes, and address any operational challenges
• Provide guidance, support, training, and opportunities for development to create high-performing people and teams
• Recruit, hire, and develop Chief Workshop Managers
• Foster a positive and supportive work environment, where team members feel valued, motivated, and empowered to excel

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Basic knowledge of POS systems, payroll, Microsoft Suite, and applicant tracking systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Proficiency with POS systems, payroll, scheduling, Microsoft Suite, and applicant tracking systems
• 3-5 years of multi-store experience with a proven track record of delivering results in specialty retail

Behavioral Traits for Success:

• An innovative thinker who is undaunted by failure
• Focused on overarching strategies rather than detailed tactics to accomplish goals
• Communication style is direct while being attentive to others' reactions and motivations
• Objective approach to problems and obstacles with the confidence to solve them in rapidly changing circumstances
• Comfortable making rapid decisions in ambiguous situations
• Able to address situational, factual, and interpersonal issues
• Operates with autonomy and self-reliance in setting priorities
• Communicates with poise and confidence even when dealing with the unexpected

Working Environment:

• Seventy-five percent travel
• Work environments include indoor/outdoor mall, strip center, and other retail locations
• Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs
• Corporate Office located in St. Louis, MO
• Lifting > 25 pounds

Your Performance Will Be Measured On:

Your ability to achieve annual department objectives and corporate goals which include but are not limited to the following:

• Effective execution of brand standards and company initiatives
• Embodying Build-A-Bear's core values
• Communication
• Decision-making, judgment, and execution
• Operational efficiency and Store Visits
• Use of tools and resources
• Ability to foster team collaboration, communication, and performance
• Identifying, hiring, training, and developing top talent
• Stakeholder feedback

This description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Supervisors may assign additional functions and requirements as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent an expressed or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter your at-will employment, and Build-A-Bear, Inc. reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as may deem appropriate.

Benefits:

Build-A-Bear Workshop is committed to being a fun place to work and visit! We care about the health and well-being and long-term financial security of our associates and their families. With that in mind, we constantly strive to provide our associates with comprehensive benefits that are competitive and meaningful in the specialty retail marketplace. Please visit www.buildabear.com/brand-about-careers-benefits.html for a list of full benefits that are offered to our employees.

Associates also have the ability to earn a monthly bonus based off their stores sales results vs. plans.

Pay Range- $100,000.00-$110,000.00/Year.