Retail Development Manager

Retail Development Manager

Location: New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District (On-Site)
Department: Retail Merchandising
Reports To: Regional Director, Retail

About G-III Apparel Group:

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Retail Development Manager to lead merchandising strategies across multiple store locations throughout New York, the Metro Area, New Jersey, and Philadelphia. This role will be responsible for maintaining consistent brand presentation, supporting store teams, analyzing retail performance, and leading merchandising staff across the region. The ideal candidate has strong department store and retail management experience, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to drive customer experience and sales performance across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement regional merchandising strategies aligned with brand guidelines to ensure consistent store presentation.
• Collaborate with store managers and store staff to execute merchandising strategies and maintain brand standards.
• Conduct regular store visits to evaluate merchandising standards, provide training, and ensure adherence to retail procedures.
• Lead and provide guidance to merchandising staff across the assigned region.
• Analyze sales data and retail math to identify opportunities to improve overall store performance.
• Monitor retail sales performance metrics and customer service standards across assigned locations.
• Manage project timelines and coordinate display updates, seasonal changes, and other merchandising initiatives to ensure deadlines are met.
• Apply knowledge of planograms and store operations to support effective merchandising execution.
• Partner with store teams to identify opportunities to improve customer experience and operational efficiency.
• Manage multiple regional projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
• Provide ongoing feedback and support to store teams to strengthen merchandising execution and business performance.

Who You Are:

• A dynamic retail leader with strong merchandising and department store experience.
• A hands-on manager who leads by example and is comfortable working across multiple locations.
• A strong analytical thinker with a solid understanding of retail math and sales performance.
• An effective communicator who can build strong relationships with store teams across diverse regions.
• A proactive and organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management, or a related field preferred.
• 4+ years of retail management experience required.
• Department store experience required.
• Management experience required.
• Strong understanding of retail store operations, merchandising, branding principles, and planograms.
• Strong knowledge of retail math, sales analysis, and performance metrics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout New York, New Jersey, and Philadelphia.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• PTO and company holidays
• Employee discounts

The salary for this position starts at: $70,000 - $75,000 per year.

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

G-III Apparel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | www.g-iii.com

G-III's owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., G-III Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under the Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi's, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan