District Manager, IL

About us

LOFT creates modern, feminine, versatile clothing for women with one common style goal: to look and feel confident wherever the day takes them. We empower women to find their authentic self-expression because feeling like yourself is always in style. Here at LOFT, we're busy styling the careers and supporting the lives of everyday optimists just like you. Express your authentic self and experience endless inspiration, all while enjoying the opportunities and benefits that help you get the most from your career, life, and wardrobe.

As a District Manager, you will oversee the operations of Loft stores within IL and WI. You will drive profitability across all stores by focusing on customer experience, business operations, product management, and talent development. In this leadership role, you’ll ensure the district runs smoothly and achieves its goals.

• Cultivate a customer-focused environment that consistently delivers exceptional customer experiences.
• Inspire, educate, and coach associates to leverage the brand's behaviors to create genuine customer connections.
• Foster an inclusive culture for associates where everyone feels welcome and engaged.
• Oversee all people management functions, including recruiting, hiring, and developing diverse management-level talent for the district.
• Conduct regular store visits to assess operations and provide guidance to management.
• Educate store management on marketing initiatives, product placement, lifestyle concepts and product knowledge.
• Cultivate a strong operational dynamic with store managers to achieve goals.
• Ensure all stores in the district uphold the highest merchandising and operational standards.
• Oversee product management directives including execution of all pricing strategies.
• Analyze business reporting and develop strategies to maximize performance.
• Promote community involvement by supporting company-sponsored events and philanthropic initiatives.

• 5+ years of specialty retail experience
• Multi-store management experience required
• Enjoys coaching and developing talent
• Must have strong people management skills
• Technology proficient and a strong business acumen
• Ability to travel and manage time appropriately between multiple store locations

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select Knit Well Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer matching to eligible nonprofit organizations, plus philanthropic activities to support our communities*
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(k)*
• Time off – paid time off and holidays*

* Job offers will consider factors such as your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

Field Mgmt-District 62 LOFT-ANN-Chicago, IL 60611

Regular/Full time

$0.00 - $0.00 USD

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law.

The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact  The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business.

The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.