Store Director- ACME Saddle Brook, NJ District

Store Director - ACME Saddle Brook, NJ District

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The Store Director is a dynamic and purpose-driven leader, accountable for the store’s overall performance, culture, and operations.

All SD’s must be willing and able to work and train at any store within the district where they are hired. The stores within this NJ based district include:
Midland Park, Mahwah, Fort Lee, Denville, Jersey City (18th St & Rt 440), Allendale, Oak Ridge, Boonton, Hoboken, Montclair, Edgewater, Blairstown, West NY, Saddle Brook, Vernon, and Mt. Freedom.

Pay transparency: The current starting salary range is $85k to $120k annually. Starting salary will vary based on location, experience, and qualifications. Associates in this position are eligible for a quarterly bonus based on the store's performance. The total compensation package can include 12 days PTO, 40 hrs of sick time, 6 recognized holidays, 401k match up to 7%, pet insurance, EPA benefits, and more.

Leadership & Communication

• Lead, motivate, and develop associates through consistent coaching and recognition.
• Facilitate weekly planning sessions with Assistant Store Director(s) and Department Managers to align the team with goals and priorities.
• Cascade information effectively to ensure everyone is equipped to succeed, through daily morning and evening team huddles.
• Delegate tasks to team members empowering them to take ownership, engagement and fostering a sense of accountability.
• Communicate transparently and regularly with all levels of the team to foster clarity and trust.

Team Building & Talent Development

• Develop Store Management team by identifying skill gaps and creating tailored development plans to enhance leadership capabilities and career growth.
• Coach and mentor leaders regularly, providing actionable feedback, stretch assignments, and growth opportunities that foster confidence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Assistant Store Director(s) to make strategic hiring decisions that align with current and future talent needs, ensuring balanced coverage and team strength.
• Build diverse, high-performing teams by recruiting individuals with varied backgrounds, skillsets, and perspectives.
• Actively engage in community outreach to attract local talent and create meaningful opportunities for associates to give back, reinforcing a sense of purpose and connection.
• Foster a culture of belonging and shared success by setting clear expectations, celebrating team wins, and aligning everyone around common goals and values.
• Drive associate retention and engagement through intentional relationship-building, career pathing, and the removal of barriers to advancement—ensuring every associate feels seen, supported, and set up for success.
• Inspire a customer‑first mindset by setting a clear vision that aligns every associate’s actions with the goal of delivering exceptional service and driving sales through meaningful customer interactions.
• Lead the execution of a localized merchandising strategy that reflects community preferences, enhances product discoverability, and influences purchasing decisions to elevate the overall store experience.
• Leverage customer insights and feedback from both physical and digital channels to identify emerging trends, improve service delivery, and tailor the shopping experience to individual preferences.
• Foster a culture of recognition and accountability, where exceptional selling behaviors and customer‑centric actions are celebrated and directly tied to performance outcomes.
• Equip associates with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to anticipate customer needs, personalize service, and consistently exceed sales and service expectations.
• Champion a frictionless customer journey by integrating in‑store and online operations—ensuring…