Specialized Bicycle Components · 12 hours ago
Retail General Manager - Orange County, CA
United States, CA, Mission Viejo (R N R Cyclery Mission Viejo)
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $90K/yr
2+ years expSpecialized Bicycle Components is a leading company in the cycling industry, committed to innovation and inclusivity. The General Manager will oversee multiple retail locations, ensuring operational excellence and fostering a rider-first culture while driving performance and profitability through effective team management and community engagement.
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Responsibilities
Oversee six retail locations spanning Orange County to San Diego, ensuring operational excellence across all sites
Lead by example with a strong in-store presence, fostering a rider-first culture and adherence to SOPs
Drive store goals and KPIs through data-driven decisions to optimize performance and profitability
Develop and retain top talent through coaching, mentoring, and performance management across multiple locations
Create an elevated rider experience by enabling team flexibility between service and sales roles
Build inclusive, authentic relationships with customers, team members, and local cycling communities to reinforce brand presence
Manage budgets for localized sales and marketing programs and maintain accurate reporting to operations leaders
Qualification
Required
Passion for cycling and the Specialized brand
A current or former retail manager with minimum 2 years of team management experience
Proven multi-location management experience, ideally overseeing 5+ stores or equivalent complexity
Excellent communication with the ability to effectively interact with riders and team members
Ability to work a flexible schedule Monday through Sunday as business dictates
Strong analytical skills to interpret data, forecast trends, plan for growth, and make decisions that align with long-term business objectives
Strong understanding of P&L, budgeting, and cost control to ensure profitability across multiple locations
Familiarity with retail management systems and data analytics tools to optimize operations
Comfortable leading through organizational changes, implementing new processes, and driving adoption across teams
Capable of managing cross-functional initiatives such as events, product launches, and activations
Experience recruiting, training, supervising, and appraising staff
Ability to handle complex interpersonal situations with empathy and professionalism
Demonstrated success in team building and leadership development
Ability to stand for extensive time periods; while occasionally walking, kneeling, or reaching
Able to lift at least 50 lbs. or more and use proper lifting skills
Benefits
Competitive health, dental, and vision coverage
Short & Long-Term Disability + Life Insurance
Optional supplemental coverage (Critical Illness, Accident, Term Life)
Paid vacation, holidays, Sick Time and 8 weeks parental leave
401(k) with company match
Employee discounts on Specialized products and partner brands
Fitness & Events reimbursement + commuter benefits
Company
Specialized Bicycle Components
Specialized Bicycle Components is an American brand of bicycles and related products that designs and manufactures bicycles and much more.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Mike Sinyard
Founder & CEO
Kimberly Hilger
Global Strategic Finance Director
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