Outlet Channel Manager

Description

Retail Rebel is a fast-paced, rapidly growing company dedicated to delivering exceptional products and services. With multiple locations across the mid-west and southeast, we prioritize innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence. Our integrity, customer focus, and continuous improvement drive everything we do as we expand and evolve in a dynamic market. Join us as we shape the future and create lasting impact.  

The Outlet Channel Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategies to drive sales, profitability, and operational efficiency across our outlet channels. This role plays a key part in managing product assortment, pricing, and inventory for outlets, while ensuring an exceptional customer experience and alignment with brand and financial objectives. 

Salary:  $60,000+, Based on Experience

Key Responsibilities:

Channel Strategy & Planning 

• Develop and execute short- and long-term outlet channel strategies that align with overall company goals. 
• Identify opportunities to grow revenue, margin, and traffic in the outlet business. 
• Partner with merchandising, finance, and supply chain to support planning and assortment strategies. 

Performance Management & Reporting 

• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) for outlet locations: sales, gross margin, sell-through, turns, and profitability. 
• Deliver regular performance reports and actionable insights to senior leadership. 
• Adjust strategies in real-time based on performance trends and competitive analysis. 

Inventory & Pricing Optimization 

• Own the lifecycle of outlet inventory — from allocation to clearance. 
• Collaborate with the pricing and planning teams to optimize markdown strategies and clearance flows. 
• Ensure appropriate product mix tailored to outlet customer profiles and geographic needs. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Partner closely with retail store operations, visual merchandising, marketing, and logistics to ensure flawless outlet execution. 
• Act as the primary liaison between outlet stores and corporate functions. 

Team Leadership & Development 

• Lead, mentor, and support field leadership or store managers specific to the outlet channel. 
• Provide strategic guidance and operational support to ensure alignment with channel goals. 

Requirements

 Education & Experience 

• Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Retail Management, or related field preferred. 
• 5+ years of experience in retail, with at least 2 years in outlet management, merchandising, or channel leadership. 

Skills & Competencies 

• Strong analytical skills with experience managing P&Ls or category financials. 
• Proficient in Excel and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). 
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a collaborative mindset. 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. 

Preferred: 

• Experience working in discount or outlet retail models. 
• Familiarity with pricing strategies and clearance management. 
• Experience managing distributed teams or multi-unit store oversight. 

Why Join Retail Rebel? 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage offered within 60 days. 
• 401(k) with 3% Company match after 6 months. 
• Weekly Pay. 

Travel: 

As needed