General Manager: Hammitt; Handbags

About the Brand:
Hammitt is a design-forward leather brand, established in Los Angeles to shake up the accessory world with a mix of style and functionality. Co-founded by visionaries Stephenie Hammitt and Tony Drockton, this line is for bold, creative expressionists and those that are out for more than just a look—Hammitt’s a lifestyle. It all started back in 2008 when Stephenie set out to redefine luxury handbags.

She wanted something that felt as good as it looked—leather that was buttery soft, hardware that shimmered, and designs that mixed classic with cool. These early years established something special: a pride that ignites in its wearers, a passion for bringing people together, and relentless attention to detail that’s manifested into a movement.

We are seeking a strategic and visionary General Manager to lead our boutique, powered by the Leap Platform, coming to Armitage Ave May 2026. This role is designed for an accomplished retail leader who excels at full business ownership—driving profitable growth, strengthening brand presence, and building a high-performing team.

As General Manager, you are accountable for the overall performance and long-term success of the business. In partnership with your leader, you’ll translate brand strategy into actionable plans that drive revenue, deepen client loyalty, and position the boutique as a destination within the local market. Through a visible and confident leadership presence, you will set clear expectations, foster accountability, and cultivate a culture rooted in service excellence and results.

You will elevate client engagement through thoughtful, data-informed strategies that strengthen retention and expand lifetime value. As a market leader, you will identify opportunities to grow awareness through community partnerships, localized outreach, and strategic activations.

You will also ensure disciplined execution across all core business functions—including talent planning, scheduling, visual presentation, inventory management, and financial oversight—balancing operational rigor with an exceptional in-store experience. This role requires strong business judgment, executive-level communication, and the agility to lead in a dynamic retail environment.

In partnership with Leap and neighboring boutiques, you may also contribute to cross-store initiatives and new store openings.

• 5+ years of progressive retail leadership experience with full accountability for sales performance, team development, and operational management.
• Proven success in premium, luxury, or high-touch retail environments.
• Strong financial and business acumen, with the ability to analyze performance metrics and adjust strategy to drive sustained growth.
• Demonstrated ability to hire, develop, and retain high-performing teams while building leadership bench strength.
• Expertise in cultivating meaningful client relationships that drive loyalty and long-term revenue.
• Executive presence with strong communication and influencing skills across teams and cross-functional partners.
• Operational discipline across payroll, inventory, visual standards, compliance, and expense management.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities, solve complex challenges, and lead through change.
• Proficiency with Shopify, CRM (Endear), Slack, and Google Workspace.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional travel.
• Ability to actively lead on the sales floor, including standing, walking, using ladders, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be 18+ years of age.

Annual Pay Range: $70k – $82k. Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and skills.

• Sales & Profitability:
  Achieves or exceeds revenue targets while optimizing conversion, AOV, and UPT.
• Client Loyalty:
  Strengthens retention and repeat business through elevated engagement strategies.
• Operational Performance:
  Maintains inventory accuracy, brand standards, and financial controls.
• Talent Outcomes:
  Builds an engaged team with strong retention and internal growth.

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