Lakeshore Learning Materials is one of the most innovative manufacturers of educational materials in the country. Specializing in top-quality products for the home and classroom, we are a thriving multichannel organization with a robust web business, multiple catalogs for early learning and elementary programs, over 60 store locations and a sales force that is second to none. Thanks to the daily contributions of the amazing people who make up our team, Lakeshore has experienced continuous growth since the day it was founded in 1954. 

Retail District Manager - West District
Opportunity knocks at the Lakeshore Learning Store. Are you ready?
You don’t need a background in education, but a desire to learn is essential! As leader of multiple store management teams, you set the tone and expectation for developing first-class retail teams who maximize store sales, provide guests with memorable specialty retail experiences, and run their stores in a manner outlined by Lakeshore. Sound challenging? It is. But with success comes reward.
Providing great guest service isn’t just a goal—it’s the essence of who we are.
Our energetic and friendly approach to exceeding each guest’s expectations is a hallmark of every Lakeshore Learning Store nationwide. Each guest knows that every time they visit, walking through our doors means experiencing unbeatable service from a staff with an amazing depth of product knowledge.
Lakeshore Learning Retail District Managers have a knack for leading by example.
In fact, this is the glue that holds a successful retail team together…and your leadership is the essential component. As liaison between our corporate offices and the stores in your district, you are the primary channel through which all policies, procedures and expectations are sent and maintained. The importance of conveying these messages in a fashion that motivates and unites store staff in a common purpose can’t be overstated.
Responsibilities
Building Talent
• Recruit and develop an engaged, sales-driven team
• Provide your team with consistent coaching and growth opportunities
• Create a team atmosphere and positive work environment throughout your district
• Take necessary corrective actions in a timely fashion
Building Service Standards
• Set the pace...lead your retail teams by example
• Prioritize daily objectives for each store
• Achieve goals of district sales plan through excellent guest service
Building Revenue & Operational Excellence
• Work with management teams to maximize sales and profitability while maintaining operational controls
• Proactively correct inefficiencies

Requirements
• 3-5 years related multi-unit district sales management experience
• Established residency in Bay Area and ability to travel throughout district 50%-75% of each week
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including some nights and weekends
• Track record that shows organizational and administrative abilities
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Passion for providing excellent guest service
• Positive and proactive approach to management and working as a team
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Ability to demonstrate company standards and reinforce them with entire team
• Strong desire to recognize and reward achievements—big and small
• Capacity to give regular and clear feedback to team
• Ability to provide and receive constructive criticism
• Capacity to multitask in order to meet simultaneous demands

Benefits Package
Your investment in us deserves a benefits package to match!
• Competitive salary + quarterly bonus program
• Comprehensive medical/dental plan
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous employee discount
This is your chance to work with a dedicated team in a thriving retail atmosphere!

At Lakeshore, we know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 
 
To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers 
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.