District Manager - Soma Intimates - Upper Midwest

Chico's FAS, Inc. is a prominent specialty retail company known for its distinctive brands and commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences. As a leader in the retail industry, Chico's FAS stands out for its unique approach that blends fashion with a customer-centric culture. The company operates well-known brands, including Chico's, White House Black Market, and Soma, each focused on delivering high-quality apparel and accessories tailored to diverse customer needs. Chico's FAS emphasizes a hospitable and engaging shopping environment, nurturing relationships with customers and creating lasting impressions that encourage brand loyalty.

The company is currently seeking a dynamic and strategic District Leader to guide store teams and enhance store performance and profitability. This role is critical in fostering a supportive and motivating environment for both associates and customers. The District Leader will act as a role model, setting high standards for customer service, leadership, and business acumen. The position requires the development of strategic leadership skills in store leaders to drive consistent, positive business outcomes. With a salary range between $105,000 and $132,000, this full-time role offers competitive compensation based on individual qualifications.

In this leadership role, the District Leader will be responsible for cultivating a hospitable atmosphere, reinforcing Chico's FAS’s selling culture focused on hospitality, experience, and relationship building. The individual will work closely with senior field leadership and business partners to ensure consistency in brand expression, operational execution, and technological implementation across the district. Their strategic influence extends to attracting, developing, and retaining high-performance teams, empowering store leaders to embody entrepreneurial business ownership.

The ideal candidate will inspire teamwork, trust, and engagement within their teams, encouraging self-accountability and continuous professional development. They will employ strong prioritization and organizational skills to excel in a fast-paced, constantly evolving retail environment. Their leadership will emphasize creating memorable customer experiences while driving incremental business results and operational efficiencies.

The District Leader will leverage customer feedback and retail trends to devise strategies that boost customer acquisition, deepen relationships with local communities, and enhance the overall selling culture. By analyzing profit and loss reports and understanding key financial metrics such as EBITDA, they will make informed decisions aligned with company goals. Additionally, this role requires a commitment to expense management, payroll control, and compliance with retail best practices.

Chico's FAS values diversity and individuality, expecting their leaders to communicate clear expectations, provide constructive feedback, and empower their teams to achieve excellence. This position also involves travel, weekend work, and participation in networking events as needed to support the business. The company provides an extensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plans, paid time off, holidays, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance programs, and employee discounts.

Chico's FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Candidates joining Chico's FAS can expect to be part of a company that values high performance, integrity, and collaboration, offering opportunities for professional growth and success in a vibrant retail environment.