Regional Manager - Retail

Overview: Job Title: Regional Manager – Retail (RMR) Department: Winston Operations Reports to: Director of Retail and Demonstrations Location: Norfolk, VA Status: Full-time Salary: $50,000-$60,000 Note that this range is representative of earning potential and actual pay will be based on skills, experience, and/or geographic location.
Who Is Winston? A leading agency in the retail industry, Winston Retail Solutions not only provides retail merchandising and demo support, but a full suite of services including creative design and marketing, client account training, project management, tailored technical resources, and top-notch client service.
Our passionate, talented, and hard-working team is responsible for retail presentations for top fashion, image, and lifestyle brands.
As a fun and invigorating organization, we look for employees who are energetic and ready to influence the industry by working with apparel, footwear, and accessories brands.
If you’re ready to jump into an exciting career in the world of retail, we’re ready to work with you! Job Summary Reporting to the Director of Retail and Demonstrations, the Regional Manager – Retail (RMR) is responsible for leading and developing Field Talent and managing a geographical area for a focused group of clients within Winston Zones, managed by other Winston Regional Managers, ensuring that all projects are staffed and appropriately executed.
The Regional Manager- Retail will collaborate cross-functionally with Account Management, Account Training, as well as other Regional Managers and Recruiting teams to ensure 100% execution of all client projects.
Responsibilities: Job Duties Ensure that all projects are flawlessly executed and delivered against both Winston Standards and client expectations.
Responsible for leading and developing Field Talent ensuring that all client projects are 100%.
Strategically staff projects minimizing travel expenses and overtime.
Oversee staffing a geographic area and provide guidance on calendars and budgets to staff projects.
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Collaborate with Recruiting and other Regional Managers to fill open positions/locations.
Report on staffing ratios, opportunities and risks by project, and completion rates weekly and monthly in cross- functional business meetings.
Provide coaching and guidance as needed for execution issues and reporting.
Communicate cross-functionally regarding the progress and completion of projects in the assigned geographical.
Assist with building a field team that represents the Winston Brand.
Staff projects with talent that reflect our brand image – ensuring projects are done on time and within budget by dedicated coordinators.
Provide timely feedback to Field Talent to improve execution.
Identify, evaluate, and elevate talent to support succession planning in the field.
Create a “Field First” mentality by engaging teams, celebrating success, and coaching opportunities leading to minimal field turnover.
Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Schedule flexibility to include weekends when required Must be nimble and agile with an ability to multi-task and problem-solve Ability to work independently and be self-motivated Strong written and verbal communication skills including presenting new ideas in an organized and detailed manner.
Strong interpersonal skills across a wide range of experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Technologically strong with experience working in proprietary systems.
Education and Experience 2-year degree; 4-year or advanced degree a plus 1-3 years of leadership experience managing a team of 2 or more within a wholesale, retail, or store organization Demonstrated experience in: Managing and leading teams Organization and Time Management Utilizing business metrics to deliver against financial goals Working in a cross-functional environment Influencing and negotiating to complete projects What’s In It For You? (Benefits) Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision) 401k Employee Discount program Wellness program Pet Insurance At Winston, we are ALL IN! At Winston, our strength comes from an abundance of some of the most diverse talent in the market and our distinctive skill sets.
We revel in our uniqueness.
We welcome change that makes us stronger.
Our goal is to make everyone within the Winston community know that they are valued, respected, and heard every day.
This also applies to our talented applicants, and we are proud of the fact that we are an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Winston Retail is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.