Store Manager: Frankies Bikinis

About the Brand

Frankies Bikinis is a female-led lifestyle brand recognized for its on-trend designs, innovative fabrics, and a commitment to crafting styles that make women feel more confident. Founded by mother-daughter duo Mimi and Francesca Aiello in their Malibu home in 2012, the brand has since grown into an internationally recognized company. Their journey has included collaborations with iconic women such as Bella Hadid, Pamela Anderson, Sydney Sweeney, Gigi Hadid, Naomi Osaka, Hailee Steinfeld, and Sofia Richie.

From swimwear to ready-to-wear clothing, knits, and active wear, Francesca has expanded Frankies Bikinis’ offerings to include a wide range of ultra-flattering, feminine styles. You can find our designs in retail stores nationwide, including Victoria’s Secret, Revolve, SSENSE, Free People, Kith, and Bloomingdale’s.

We are seeking an innovative and results-driven Store Manager for our boutique powered by the Leap Platform, coming to the DC market March 2026. You will lead with a strategic mindset, developing and executing plans that drive sales, enhance customer interactions, and strengthen community ties. A key part of this role is recruiting and developing a high-performing team through thoughtful hiring, coaching, and performance management.

You’ll foster a collaborative, goal-oriented environment by setting clear expectations and leading by example.

As a local market expert, you will use your knowledge of community events and networking opportunities to drive store traffic, client engagement, and brand awareness. You’ll also partner with neighboring stores and execute impactful in‑store activations to grow the customer base and elevate the brand presence.

Operational excellence is at the core of this position. You will ensure brand standards are met across all areas of store operations, including visual merchandising, cleanliness, inventory management, and shipment processing. The ideal candidate thrives in an independent, fast‑paced retail environment and is confident in managing daily operations such as opening/closing procedures, team scheduling, and payroll accuracy.

This role may extend beyond your primary location, occasionally supporting other Leap‑powered stores within the market. This includes assisting with new store openings, onboarding team members, providing sales floor coverage, or leading community activations.

• Apparel expertise—ideally in swim or intimates—with a proven ability to manage fitting room operations, drive upselling, and navigate high-volume retail environments.
• Proven leadership experience with a demonstrated ability to build, nurture, and develop talent at all levels within the store, with a consistent focus on building a leadership pipeline.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to interpret key performance metrics, identify trends, and adapt strategies to drive store performance and profitability.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver personalized service and build authentic client connections that reflect the brand’s values and enhance loyalty.
• Ensure operational excellence across scheduling, payroll, inventory management, visual standards, and policy compliance to drive consistent store performance.
• Proficiency with digital tools such as Shopify, Endear, Slack, and Google Workspace to support business operations, client engagement, and team communication.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional travel as needed.
• 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: $65k to $75k. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, competencies, and qualifications.

• Inspirational Leadership:
  Coaches and empowers others through hands‑on leadership and consistent feedback.
• Customer‑Obsessed:
  Prioritizes service excellence and leads by example in creating memorable, personalized client experiences.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset:
  Thrives in fast‑paced, ever‑changing environments with a focus on adaptability and innovation.
• Collaborative Communicator:
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