Vice President of Retail Operations

Job description

Prestigious leading apparel brand targeting a dynamic Vice President, Retail Operations!

Strong Compensation amazing benefits and employee perks fantastic company culture!

Location: South Irvine (must reside in local area). One day work from home.

Compensation: $170k-$210k bonus (up to $240k all in potential)

Key Responsibilities:

Retail Strategy & Operations:

• Oversee the financial health and operational performance of all retail locations, ensuring profitability and efficiency.
• Develop and implement standardized operating procedures across the portfolio to drive consistency and service excellence.
• Manage inventory flow and merchandise planning to align with sales targets and minimize excess stock.

Team Leadership & Culture:

• Build and manage a high-performing, nationwide retail team, including in-store leaders and internal support teams (real estate, construction, operations, inventory).
• Cultivate a culture of performance, collaboration, and local community involvement.
• Partner with Human Resources to recruit, train, and retain top talent.
• Design and roll out internal development programs to promote leadership growth across the organization.

Expansion & Real Estate:

• Identify high-potential retail locations, secure leases, and maintain strong relationships with property stakeholders.
• Define and lead the execution of our retail expansion roadmap in collaboration with finance and senior leadership.
• Manage the design, construction, and fit-out process for new stores to align with brand identity, operational needs, and budget constraints.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration:

• Partner with marketing teams to bring brand campaigns to life through in-store activations and customer engagement.
• Align closely with digital and e-commerce teams to implement a seamless omnichannel customer journey
• Coordinate with planning and logistics to support product availability and optimized store inventory levels.

Strategic Planning & Analysis:

• Shape and refine the long-term vision for the retail channel in line with company goals.
• Utilize market intelligence and consumer insights to guide decision-making and competitive positioning.
• Present actionable insights and strategic recommendations to the executive team to influence direction and investment.

Qualifications & Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail, or a related discipline; advanced degree (MBA) is a plus.
• At least 10 years in retail leadership roles, including 5 years in an executive or VP-level capacity.
• Extensive experience managing multi-brand store portfolios and overseeing P&L performance.
• In-depth knowledge of retail real estate, site development, lease negotiation, and construction.
• Proven ability to drive collaboration across departments and lead diverse teams.
• Strong analytical capabilities with a strategic mindset and a proactive approach to solving complex challenges.
• Experience with omnichannel strategy and unifying physical and digital experiences.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a collaborative and inspirational leadership style.

Work Environment & Schedule:

This is a full-time, in-office leadership role, typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional travel may be required, including attendance at special events, store openings, and site visits

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $170,000.00 - $240,000.00 per year