Head of Stores

Head of Stores (Confidential) We are partnering with a high-growth, for-profit retail organization to identify a Head of Stores to lead and scale a multi-unit store portfolio in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment. This is a senior leadership role with full ownership of store-level sales, profitability, and execution. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, and hold accountable a multi-layered field organization including Regional/District Managers and Store Leaders Build a performance-driven culture with clear expectations, strong accountability, and a focus on results Read and interpret P&Ls at a detailed level and translate insights into clear direction for the field Analyze business performance and take immediate action to improve comp sales, margin, and overall store results Own and manage key performance indicators including sales, margin, payroll, shrink, and store productivity Identify underperforming stores and markets and lead targeted turnaround efforts with urgency Lead integration of newly acquired store groups, quickly stabilizing operations and embedding company culture, standards, and accountability Partner closely with Merchandising and Supply Chain to ensure strong product flow and in-store execution Ensure consistent execution of merchandising, pricing, and in-store standards across all locations Provide direct, actionable feedback from the field to influence assortment, pricing, and allocation decisions Collaborate with HR on hiring, retention, performance management, talent development, and succession planning Reinforce a strong, value-driven customer experience across the store fleet Drive disciplined store execution, communication, and routines while enforcing core operational standards Qualifications 10+ years of progressive retail leadership experience Significant multi-unit leadership experience at Director, Regional, or VP level Strong apparel retail background required Proven track record of driving sales and profit in a high-volume retail environment Experience leading geographically dispersed store teams Skills & Experience Strong financial acumen with the ability to read and act on P&Ls, payroll, and productivity metrics Deep understanding of store economics including labor modeling, margin management, and cost control Ability to quickly diagnose performance issues and implement practical, results-oriented solutions Strong leadership presence with a bias for action and accountability Excellent communication and team-building skills Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-expectation, performance-driven environment