Retail Store Manager

Job Details

Job Title:

Retail Store Manager

Job Level: Mid-Level

Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Job Location:

Cotopaxi Retail Store - Southcenter, Tukwila, WA

Job Compensation: $78, annually Duration: through January 2027

Cotopaxi is a B Corporation that makes adventure travel gear to empower people to see the world and make it better. Our Gear for Good promise is to make our products as ethically, sustainably, and durably as possible, while having a positive social, environmental, and economic impact. We dedicate 1% of revenue to the Cotopaxi Foundation, which supports nonprofit partners with proven track records of alleviating poverty.

Through our Foundation to date, we have helped more than 4.25 million individuals experiencing extreme poverty. For more information, visit

Cotopaxi is a company that values people, innovation, and adventure and our work environment reflects just that. Whether you are working from one of our retail stores, our headquarters, your couch at home, or even your van in the woods, you’ll feel the camaraderie of our amazing team of visionaries, builders and go-getters. We are a team of adventurous, mission-driven people looking to prove that business CAN be a force for good.

Cotopaxi is scouting its next people-first leader to guide our Southcenter team! This isn’t your average retail channel. Our brick & mortar stores are hubs for connection, inspiration, and adventure. We view profit as a byproduct of good conversation where every guest interaction is a chance to create meaningful connections and experiences that are more personal, inclusive, and impactful. Whether you’re kitting someone out for their first outdoor adventure or outfitting a regular with our newest gear, you thrive off of creating fireside moments that further integrate us intentionally within the local community.

As the Store Manager, they/she/he will take the reins and lead all aspects of store operations – from coaching and development to P&L ownership and local community engagement. You’ll continue building a team culture rooted in camaraderie, collaboration, and shared purpose.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on connection, builds trust through action, and loves growing others. You’ll be a key leader in our retail herd helping scale our unique retail experience. If you're excited by our mission, energized by people, and ready to continue building something meaningful in Tukwila we hope you’ll apply.

Let’s Do Good – together.

• Championing Authentic Guest Experiences
  • We meet every guest where they are – guiding them through their journey with care, curiosity, and intention.
  • Lead by example on the sales floor – modeling storytelling, connection, and authentic guest experiences.
  • Build and coach a best-in-class team that not only drives sales, but local impact.
  • Create training moments that energize, develop, and celebrate your Guides.
  • Inspire your herd by living Cotopaxi’s values – People, Innovation, and Adventure – and drive deeper connection to our impact and mission.
• Operations and Impact
  • Manage all aspects of the business including budgeting and P&Ls.
  • Drive KPI success while staying rooted in purpose, not pressure.
  • Manage inventory, merchandising, and back-of-house operations.
  • Collaborate with your regional leader on business development and strategy.
  • Plan monthly community and revenue-driven events that create meaningful local connections.
  • Lead the hiring, scheduling, and development of your store team.

• 2+ years of experience managing a team of 10+ in a retail environment.
• A strong sense of ownership and pride in leading people and building community.
• Comfort with ambiguity, problem-solving, and rapid adaptation.
• A knack for using data to inform decisions and improve performance.
• You’ve successfully hired, trained, and developed high-performing teams. You lead with inclusion, recognizing that diverse perspectives make teams stronger and communities more connected.
• You’re skilled at building thoughtful, efficient schedules that balance business goals with team well‑being ensuring coverage,…