Vice President of Retail Store Operations

Brookstone is one of the nation’s most exciting specialty retailers, known for its high-quality, innovative products and gift ideas. Brookstone is committed to providing Customers with unique products that solve common problems in uncommon ways. And this philosophy translates into a corporate culture that’s collaborative, creative and receptive to new ideas.

Currently we are searching for a Vice President, Store Operations to lead Retail Store Operations from our Merrimack, NH Headquarters. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment where you’ll have the opportunity to help shape a leading national brand and also enjoy a competitive salary/benefits package that includes a generous store discount. EOE.

This position reports directly to the President/CEO of Brookstone.

Primary Responsibilities include leading the development of sound short- and long-term sales and operational goals and objectives for the retail organization, and then ensuring they are executed to achieve established financial objectives.  Additionally, this position is a member of the Senior Management team and will work collaboratively to develop and execute the overall business strategies for Brookstone.

Requirements:

•          10+ years experience working in the Retail or Services industry, leading/managing multi-state, multi-unit store-based operations. Successful candidates must demonstrate progressive upward career mobility to the executive level.

•          Prior experience leading and managing Director- and Divisional Vice President-level direct reports.

•          Experience in strategic planning leading to successful store level execution and results.

•          Prior demonstrated results in the development of people across an organization.

•          Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

•          Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - both oral and written.

Qualified Candidates may apply on line at hr@Brookstone.com .  Please include a cover letter, resume and salary history.

To learn more about Brookstone and to browse other employment listings on-line, please visit www.Brookstone.com.