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Fleet Feet · 1 day ago

District Manager - West Region

California, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Fleet Feet is the largest running retailer in the country, dedicated to inspiring and supporting the running and fitness lifestyle. The District Manager for the West region is responsible for leading multiple locations, driving sales growth, operational excellence, and fostering a positive community-focused culture within the stores.

Retail

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Lead and manage performance for multiple store locations, driving sales growth and operational standards

Maintain strong relationships with Store Managers through ongoing communication and in-person visits

Foster a consistent, values-driven culture across stores through daily leadership and presence

Coach and mentor Store Managers and their teams to build high-performing, customer-first environments

Support internal talent pipelines through career development, feedback, and leadership training

Identify high-potential employees and create opportunities for growth and advancement

Partner with internal departments to deliver targeted coaching and training programs

Ensure all stores meet Fleet Feet customer experience standards, policies, and procedures

Promote operational consistency and risk reduction by upholding company compliance standards

Collaborate with store leaders on strategic planning and execution of district-level initiatives

Oversee business planning processes, including budget management, sales performance, and corrective actions when needed

Partner with HR, Field Marketing, and other departments to drive business and talent strategy

Continuously develop your own leadership and stay informed of trends in retail and community engagement

Travel throughout the district 50-60% of the time to provide hands-on leadership and support

Represent Fleet Feet in community and industry events, strengthening local and regional presence

Qualification

Retail leadership experienceMulti-unit managementCoachingMentoringSales performance managementFinancial planningCustomer-centric cultureCommunication skillsCollaborative spiritAdaptability

Required

5+ years of progressive retail leadership experience required; multi-unit management strongly preferred

Proven ability to drive results and meet sales, operational, and financial goals

Inspirational leader who excels at coaching, mentoring, and team development

Sound judgment, strong communication skills, and a collaborative spirit

Passionate about Fleet Feet's mission and the power of movement to improve lives

Self-motivated, solution-oriented, and adaptable in a dynamic environment

Committed to building positive, inclusive, and customer-centric team cultures

Willing to travel frequently and go above and beyond to support team success

Preferred

Residence within the North Central District (California, Utah, and Washington) is highly preferred to ensure familiarity with the market and ease of travel within the territory