Director of Retail

Director of Retail
Location: Southern California (Hybrid)
Reports To: General Manager
The Opportunity
A rapidly growing lifestyle consumer brand is launching its owned retail channel and seeking an entrepreneurial Director of Retail to build the retail organization from the ground up.
This is a rare opportunity to create the retail playbook from day one—leading the launch of the company's first stores while establishing the operational foundation, talent strategy, and scalable processes needed to support long-term growth.
The ideal leader enjoys building, thrives in founder-led environments, and is equally comfortable setting strategy and rolling up their sleeves to execute.
What You'll Do
Build & Scale Retail
Develop and execute the owned retail strategy alongside executive leadership.
Lead the successful launch of the company's first retail locations.
Create scalable retail operating procedures, playbooks, and best practices.
Help shape the long-term growth strategy as the retail fleet expands.
Retail Operations
Initially lead the flagship store while establishing operational excellence.
Drive store performance through strong execution, customer experience, and financial management.
Monitor key retail KPIs including sales, conversion, payroll, traffic, inventory, UPT, AOV, and profitability.
Continuously improve operational efficiency and the in-store experience.
Leadership & Talent
Recruit, hire, onboard, coach, and develop high-performing retail teams.
Build the retail organizational structure as additional stores open.
Develop future store leaders and cultivate a strong culture of accountability and service.
Brand & Community
Create engaging retail experiences that reflect the brand's lifestyle and values.
Partner with Marketing on local events and community initiatives.
Help establish each location as a destination within its local market.
Cross-Functional Partnership
Collaborate closely with Merchandising, Planning, Marketing, eCommerce, Operations, and Fi...