Area Manager: Bombas
22 hours ago
New York
Job DescriptionAbout the RoleLeap is seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Area Manager to oversee multiple stores across multiple markets for Bombas. This role is ideal for a passionate retail leader who thrives on driving results through people, building strong customer connections, and balancing strategic oversight with hands-on execution.The Area Manager will lead multiple store locations for Bombas starting with 3, directly managing the NYC location while supporting and coaching others remotely. You’ll spend four days in-store and one day focused on planning, reporting, and administrative tasks. Your mission is to deliver consistent, high-performing store environments that reflect brand values, drive sales growth, and provide exceptional customer experiences.This is a people-first role that requires sharp operational acumen, business ownership, and the ability to adapt quickly across markets. You’ll play a critical role in developing talent pipelines, launching new stores, and ensuring each location is set up to succeed.Key Responsibilities • Oversee 3–5 store locations, directly managing one while supporting additional stores outside of the NYC market. Additional out of home market travel as required., • Spend 4 days in-store and 1 day on business planning and reporting., • Recruit, hire, and develop high-performing teams across all locations, creating talent pipelines for future growth., • Direct Store Leaders on strong staffing models and schedules that support business needs and drive business growth., • Drive sales through effective floor leadership, clienteling strategies, and elevated service standards., • Utilize business acumen and leverage sales data to develop and execute quarterly action plans to drive topline business. Adjust business strategies when needed to achieve profit & loss results., • Ensure visual presentation, inventory management, and operational execution consistently meet brand expectations., • Lead business recaps and provide insights to both brand partners and internal Leap stakeholders., • Be a champion for your brands by providing real-time insights on competitors and trends, helping them make more data-driven decisions and better adapt their strategy, • Leverage KPIs and performance data to identify opportunities, create action plans, and achieve sales and profit goals., • Play a key role in new store openings, leading recruiting, training, merchandising, and activation strategies., • Champion brand initiatives in-store, executing events and activations that build community and drive traffic.Qualifications, • 5+ years of retail management experience, including at least 1 year in multi-unit or big box leadership., • Proven track record in driving sales and delivering results in high-volume, customer-focused environments., • Strong people leadership skills, with experience recruiting, training, coaching, and developing talent., • Expertise in apparel or related retail categories, with the ability to elevate fitting room, selling, and clienteling experiences., • Skilled at analyzing KPIs across multiple stores to inform strategy and improve performance., • Adaptable, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to problem-solve in a fast-paced environment., • Willingness and ability to travel regularly across NYC and additional store markets to support store teams., • Active floor presence required: standing/walking for extended periods, safe use of ladders, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs., • Must be 18 years or older.Interpersonal Skills, • People Leader – Communicates a clear vision, inspires teams, and drives accountability to achieve business goals., • Customer Obsessed – Creates authentic connections, anticipates needs, and delivers hospitality-driven experiences., • Collaborative – Builds strong relationships with cross-functional partners, brand executives, and internal teams., • Community Builder - Fosters meaningful relationships within local markets, engaging customers through events, partnerships, and grassroots outreach., • Entrepreneurial – Maintains agility in a matrix environment, identifies root causes, and implements creative solutions., • Professional & Detail-Oriented – Consistently produces high-quality work and handles challenges with tact and empathy., • Brand Advocate – Stays current on fashion, retail, and cultural trends, bringing insights back to the team and brand partners., • Mission Driven –A deep belief in the mission to help those in need, with the ability to articulate the brand story and impact to external partners. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), • Sales performance across the cluster (Conversion, AOV, UPT). Leap offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes: • Unlimited PTO (blackout periods apply), • Commission Eligible, • Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision), • Flexible time off (paid company holidays, unlimited paid time off, sick leave, parental leave), • Access to company perks (commuter benefits, 401K, paid sabbatical, employee discounts at Leap stores, employee referral bonus, telecom reimbursement), • Employee Assistance Program Powered by JazzHR plXuo3CLX6