Retail Store Manager

With over a century of craftsmanship and innovation, Weinbrenner Shoe Company is proud to be a leading manufacturer of work and safety footwear, made in the USA. Our legacy is built on quality, integrity, and continuous improvement.

The Retail Store Manager will lead the day‑to‑day operations of our new Thorogood retail store in Marshfield, WI. This role blends leadership, sales, and product knowledge to deliver an exceptional in‑store customer experience.

The Store Manager will work directly with customers, providing expert guidance on work boot selection, fit, and safety requirements, while also overseeing staff, inventory, and overall store performance. This is a key leadership role and an exciting opportunity to help launch and grow a new retail location.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Customer Service & Sales

• Deliver a best‑in‑class, full‑service shopping experience for every customer
• Provide expert guidance on work boot selection, sizing, fit, and job‑specific safety standards (e.g., steel toe, slip resistance, electrical hazard)
• Assist customers with apparel and branded merchandise purchases, offering strong product knowledge and recommendations
• Perform foot measurements and fit assessments to ensure proper comfort and safety
• Build strong customer relationships that encourage repeat business and brand loyalty

Store Operations

• Oversee daily store operations including opening/closing procedures, cash handling, and POS management
• Manage inventory for footwear, apparel, and merchandise, including receiving shipments, stock organization, and cycle counts
• Monitor and report sales results; develop strategies to meet or exceed performance goals
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, train, coach, and develop one Retail Associate
• Lead by example with strong customer service, sales skills, and product expertise
• Foster a positive, team‑oriented environment that reflects Thorogood’s values and employee‑owned culture

Community Engagement & Brand Promotion

• Represent Thorogood in the Marshfield community through local outreach, partnerships, and events
• Educate customers on Thorogood’s heritage, craftsmanship, and commitment to quality across footwear, apparel, and merchandise

Qualifications and experience include, but are not limited to:

• Prior retail management or supervisory experience (footwear, apparel, or specialty retail preferred)
• Strong customer service and retail sales background
• Basic understanding of footwear or a strong interest in learning technical work boot features and safety standards
• Interest in apparel and merchandise sales with a focus on customer experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational, time‑management, and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs

Medical/Health Insurance

• High Deductible Health Insurance and HSA Qualified Plan.
• HSA company match.
• Free Primary Care through AnoviaHealth
• All Employees who join the High Deductible Health Insurance Plan will have Free Primary Care through Anovia Health. Spouses and Children on the plan are also covered at no charge!

Dental and Vision Insurance

• Dental insurance through Delta Dental
• Vision insurance through NVA(National Vision Administrators)
• Very low employee cost

Life, Short-Term Disability, AD&D and Additional Supplemental Insurance Benefits

• Company paid group Life and AD&D insurance
• Company paid long-and-short-term disability insurance
• Voluntary supplemental critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance
• Voluntary Spouse/Child life insurance

And yet, there is even more!

• 401K - Employees are eligible to participate in our 401k program after 60 days of employment
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) - The ESOP is 100% funded by Weinbrenner Shoe Company, Inc.
• Bonus program
• Vacation and PTO time
• 10- paid holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program

If you have a positive attitude and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where you can make a difference and want to be part of a growing company, apply today by clicking "Apply now" or pick up an application at 211 S Genesee St, Merrill WI or 305 W 3rd St, Marshfield WI between the hours of 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Weinbrenner is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.