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Founded in 2008 by Los Angeles native Jeff Abrams, Rails has grown from a small label - started with just a single hat - into a full collection of women’s and men’s apparel. Sold at top international retailers and worn by a loyal following of celebrities and tastemakers, the brand has come to define a new classic heritage and relaxed sensibility. Rails is sold in 30 countries by more than 1000 retailers, including its own flagship stores in New York, San Francisco, Newport Beach, Paris, London and Amsterdam.

Summary:

This individual is fashion obsessed and client and brand centric with all efforts. With the goal of supporting client needs through styling efforts, this individual is a passionate brand ambassador who is responsible for promoting brand engagement with clients, partners and within their city. This role will act as a representative of Rails in the daily business operations of the store and support all store initiatives set out by management including superior client engagement, store upkeep, operational support, ensuring visual standards while driving for sales results and KPI goals.

The Keyholder/Sales Associate reports to the Store Manager

Responsibilities:

Performance:

• Support floor coverage, financial targets, visual merchandising standards, client service, and operational functions within the store both front of house and back of house are achieved
• Be a support to execute business plans to accelerate the business forward and remedy opportunities
• Culture: Be an ambassador to the brand and promote the culture of Rails internally and externally
• Ensure store atmosphere upholds the image of the brand

Client Centric:

• Support the acquisition and retention of clients are key focuses and as such create and cultivate client relationships for the store and brand overall
• Be sure that you and your teams deliver the best possible client experience with every type of engagement (in store, virtual, alternate mediums)
• Follow through on customer journey as required to ensure a content client
• Support the needs of the client through styling advice and suggestion with every engagement
• Solution oriented approach to finding resolutions to customer service issues

Marketing & Community:

• In partnership with Store Management Team, bring to life activations/ events in the store that seek client acquisition and focus on client retention/ development

Team Leadership:

• In alignment with Store Management continually coach, motivate, train and develop internal teams so they achieve performance goals and are set up for success with growth opportunities within the organization
• Support a positive work environment with teams and throughout store network including cross functional partners
• Support performance management initiatives with store teams
• Attend and participate at store meetings as required by the business
• Ability to manage and resolve conflict in the workplace

Visuals:

• Support the image of the store and ensure that is in line with corporate standards and store team is upholding these standards

Operations:

• Support inventory functions as set out by Store Management including receipts, reconciliations and transfers
• Protect all company assets including cash handling, inventory, expenses etc.
• Support Client Consignment business, ensuring a quick turnaround, strong take rate, and timely return of merchandise
• Support omnichannel functions, including Order-in-Store, Ship-from-Store, Pickup-in-Store, Reserve-in-Store, with a focus on achieving Omni-specific KPIs
• Provide support to ensure that all processes are compliant with legal, safety, and internal procedures
• Partner with cross functional partners including Stores within network, Operations, Visual Team, CRM, Retail Training, HR, Merchandise teams, Regional management as necessary
• Additional projects/ responsibilities may arise in accordance with the needs of the business

Requirements:

• At least 1+ years of experience in a keyholder position preferred
• Fashion enthusiasts and retail experience within women’s and men’s apparel preferred
• Ability to effectively create, manage and adhere to deadlines
• Familiar with key retail performance indicators
• Adaptable, a sense of openness, active listener, and compassionate
• Advanced organizational skills, writing and communication skills
• Expertise in Microsoft Office 365 Suite
• Comfortable and savvy with computer technology, including PC and iOS devices
• Travel approximately 10% of the time
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to lift 25+ lbs.

Rails is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and building a diverse workplace in all its forms and considers candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome and consider all qualified applicants.

TITLE: Sales Manager

REPORTS TO: Store Manager / Regional Manager

OVERALL DUTIES:

The Sales Manager is responsible for day-to-day staff productivity development in

line with the store’s strategy, building highly motivated teams and developing the

staff to the next level. Ensuring established sales and profit goals are met both

individually and as a team. This individual will assist with supervising and providing

the staff with support to reach their goal while modeling MaxMara standards of

customer service. In addition, all floor related operational activities are

responsibility of the Sales Manager.

CORE RESPONSIBILTIES:

1. Customer Service

• Must have the ability to maintain and communicate the Company’s

commitment to goals, drive sales, and motivate team’s performance

• Assist assigned stylist by Store Manager in their daily appointments

and operations. Assist all other sales associates as needed.

• Actively builds client confidence by creating an engaging interactive

experience

• Assist assigned stylist with retaining and gaining new clients, meeting

conversion goals and continues to service existing client base

• Resolves customer service issues swiftly

• Ensure customer’s needs are met without hesitation.

• Assist sales associates in consistently meeting /exceeding both store

and individual sales goals including KPI’s

• Maximize the customer experience

• Maintain positive outlook and professional demeanor while

supporting company initiatives

• Stresses importance of developing a local clientele with the goal of

enlarging top tier loyal client base

• Ongoing reinforcement of all aspects related to clienteling

2. Staff Development

• Monitor and encourage client development by supporting assigned

top stylists, as per directive of Store Manager and Regional Manager,

with all CRM related tasks such as client outreach, client lists analysis,

management of follow ups, operational activities (approval &

appointment set up, ringing sales etc.)

• Manage on the floor to maintain a strong presence

• Can align other team members to reach goals to support the business

• Creates a store environment that emulates the company DNA

3. Operations

• Achieve and exceed individual sales goals. Assist with achieving the

Company’s sales plan for your boutique or outlet by leading the store

team to drive sales through constant training and modeling of

outstanding customer service skills

• Perform all point-of-sale (POS) cashier-level functions

• Ring any approvals going in/out of the stylist

• Ringing all of assigned stylist individual sales and returns and all

other associate’s as needed.

• Check on the finished alts, B2E orders and COP’s for assigned stylist’s

clients.

• Daily communication with assigned stylist and have merchandise for

client appointments set up in the fitting room.

• Communicates all store related issues to Store Manager when unable

to solve on their own

• Answer all incoming calls and direct customer inquiries to

appropriate party

• Assist with closing and opening procedures to ensure the store is

ready for business, including compliance to visual merchandising

standards

• Maintain and monitor the staff’s compliance with Company policies

and procedures on sales, customer service, dress code, etc., and

provide feedback to Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager as

needed.

4. Human Resources

• Ensure all company policies and procedures are being followed on the

sales floor

• Exhibit strong communication skills that are clear and concise with

the store team, assigned top stylists, Management and Regional

Manager

• Create a positive store atmosphere that consistently motivates the

team

• And other duties assigned from time to time

REQUIRED SKILLS/EDUCATION

• BA a plus

• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in the apparel industry

with a proven track record of driving sales and excellence in customer

service; luxury a plus

• RTW and/or shoe experience is a plus; product experience in luxury

or high-end retail is strongly preferred

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

• Training, interviewing, organizational, and performance management

skills.

• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively

• Proficient computer skills

• Ability to manage conflict

• Must be able to lift, carry, or otherwise move objects weighing up to

15 pounds when merchandising sales floor using ladders or stairs.

• Max Mara is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V

BRICK EXECUTIVE SEARCH has partnered exclusively with a company that is in the midst of a rapid scaling phase driven by strong demand and operational momentum .

We are searching for a proven digital growth leader with a track record of scaling brands and revenue through data driven strategy, innovation and disciplined execution . This person combines a strategic, entrepreneurial mindset with hands on experience driving eCommerce, performance marketing and customer acquisition at scale.

Summary: The Chief Digital Officer (CDO) is responsible for driving the company’s eCommerce revenue growth, profitability, and digital transformation. This role integrates commercial strategy with a strong focus on digital acceleration, customer experience, and innovative technologies that enable scaling. Supporting the Founders and partnering closely with members of the executive leadership team, this leader will design and execute strategies that maximize performance across digital commerce, and emerging platforms. The CDC will ensure the company remains at the forefront of industry innovation, driving customer-centric growth through data-driven insights, digital-first initiatives, and seamless cross-functional collaboration. The CDC will also oversee enterprise data and analytics strategy, ensuring advanced insights, AI applications, and predictive modeling to inform commercial and digital decision-making across all markets.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Commercial Strategy

• Develop and implement an integrated digital commercial strategy spanning eCommerce, marketing, wholesale,with measurable growth objectives.
• Monitor competitive landscape, consumer trends, and disruptive business models to continuously refine go-to-market strategies.
• Drive innovation across divisions to achieve KPIs and long-term growth targets, ensuring profitability through strong financial analysis, forecasting, and P&L management.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders across Finance, Merchandising, VM, and Marketing to align financial, sales, and product strategies, ensuring decisions are informed by 360 customer insights, digital performance data, and real-time analytics across all channels.
• Report key metrics and digital/commercial KPIs to the executive team and board, ensuring transparency, ROI measurement, and data-informed decision-making.

Digital Commerce & Technology

• Develop and lead the digital roadmap, including web optimization, UX design, new digital channel launches, and integration of emerging technologies.
• Oversee digital commerce operations across .com, marketplaces social commerce platforms, driving innovation in customer engagement and conversion optimization.
• Implement best-in-class tools for A/B testing, personalization, and localization to drive scaling/ expansion and enhanced customer experience.
• Define processes for digital assortment, content strategy, and performance reporting to ensure scalability and alignment with growth objectives.
• Partner with Technology and IT teams to ensure alignment on architecture, cybersecurity, data governance, and scalable infrastructure supporting digital initiatives.
• Establish governance for enterprise data, analytics, and AI capabilities, ensuring quality, compliance, and consistency across all systems and business functions.
• Oversee integration of CRM, ERP, and marketing automation systems, ensuring seamless data flow across platforms.
• Champion the adoption of AI and automation capabilities in partnership with IT, ensuring their strategic application to drive efficiency, personalization, and engagement.
• Own vendor and technology partner selection, management, and evaluation, ensuring best-in-class digital capabilities.

Digital Marketing & Customer Experience

• Lead the performance marketing strategy across SEM, SEO, Affiliates, Paid Social, Display, Email/SMS, and new digital platforms, ensuring effective acquisition and retention.
• Allocate and manage performance marketing budgets by channel with KPI-driven forecasting to maximize ROI.
• Build and oversee loyalty, retention, and remarketing programs, ensuring a unified customer experience across all digital and physical channels.
• Leverage consumer analytics, insights, and data mining to refine targeting, personalization, and customer engagement.
• Develop a comprehensive customer lifecycle strategy that maximizes lifetime value (LTV) through segmentation, predictive modeling, and personalization.
• Embed a “test, learn, and scale” culture within marketing and CX teams to accelerate innovation and responsiveness to consumer behavior shifts.

Leadership & Organizational Impact

• Attract, develop, and inspire world-class talent across commercial, digital, and customer experience teams.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and agility that aligns with organizational goals.
• Ensure employees and teams are aligned with a digital-first, customer-centric strategy, embedding technology-driven decision-making throughout the organization.
• Serve as a forward-thinking leader, staying ahead of global retail, digital commerce, and marketing trends to continuously innovate and adapt.
• Drive an inclusive, high-performance culture that values experimentation, accountability, and continuous learning.

Position Requirements:

• 15+ years of progressive leadership in commercial strategy, digital commerce, and global retail.
• Proven track record of developing and executing integrated commercial and digital strategies that accelerate growth.
• Deep expertise in digital marketing, e-commerce management
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing large-scale P&L, forecasting, and revenue optimization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and build strong external partnerships.
• Customer-centric mindset with proven success in creating seamless omnichannel experiences.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic decision-making skills.
• High adaptability to evolving digital tools, platforms, and market trends (expertise in RLM, Salesforce, AWS, ActionIQ, Teamwork, and/or Proximity a plus).
• Experience managing vendor ecosystems, SaaS providers, and digital agencies.
• Strong grasp of data privacy, global compliance, and ethical use of digital technologies.
• Track record of delivering measurable results across digital revenue growth, margin improvement, customer engagement, and ROI
• Demonstrated history of scaling brands

Job Summary

The Director of Growth Marketing will own and scale Claire’s end-to-end digital growth ecosystem. This role plays an essential role in representing the voice of our consumer on our digital leadership team and aims to build lifelong relationships with her through fluency of our owned and paid communication channels.

This leader will be responsible for overseeing the strategy and measurement of all things paid media, CRM, lifecycle marketing, loyalty, and growth analytics, with a mandate to drive growth, build foundational capabilities, teams, tools, and operating rhythms.

This consumer-obsessed individual will translate data and insights to optimize segmentation, offer targeting, brand marketing messaging and continually refine our approach using deep understanding of impactful creative hooks, measurement, data and financial acumen. You will own the learning agenda to ensure continued optimization of touch points across all platforms and inspire all Claire’s girls with thoughtful messaging while delivering strong financial results and consumer lifetime value.

This role blends strategic vision with hands-on execution and is ideal for a builder who has scaled growth organizations at consumer-facing brands.

Key Responsibilities

Growth Strategy & Revenue Ownership

• Define and lead Claire’s digital growth strategy across acquisition, retention, and reactivation.
• Own performance against revenue, ROAS, CAC, LTV, and retention KPIs.
• ABT: Always be testing new segments, new creative hooks and smart optimizations that will deliver growth.
• Lead marketing technology requests and requirements for future Growth capability needs, stemming from opportunities identified through rigorous understanding of customer journey and current points of friction.

CRM, Lifecycle & Personalization

• Optimize and supercharge Claire’s CRM and lifecycle marketing engine.
• Own email and SMS messaging strategies, including segmentation, automation, and personalization.
• Develop customer journeys across acquisition, onboarding, retention, and re-engagement.
• Leverage data and analytics skills to deeply understand incrementality of communications and campaigns. Create reporting structure to communicate campaign success as it relates to incremental behavior, incremental revenue, and ROI of spend.
• Recommend segmentation, targeting, lifetime value, and personalization tactics to improve response & conversion and maximize marketing ROI.
• Accountable for customer file growth through strategic planning and execution while measuring effectiveness of campaigns, seeking areas of improvement and innovative thinking.
• Partner with data and technology teams to implement best-in-class CRM tools and CDP capabilities.
• Develop learning agenda to influence personalization testing in-line with overarching CRM strategy and company priorities.

Paid Media & Performance Marketing

• Oversee all paid media channels, including paid search, paid social, display, affiliates, and emerging platforms alongside agency partners and in-house team.

Loyalty & Customer Retention

• Lead the evolution of Claire’s loyalty program, with a focus on engagement, frequency, and lifetime value.
• Design loyalty mechanics that resonate with younger customers while driving measurable business impact.
• Integrate loyalty deeply into paid media, CRM, and onsite experiences.
• Accountable for loyalty KPIs & file growth through strategic planning and execution while measuring effectiveness of campaigns, seeking areas of improvement and innovative thinking.

Analytics, Insights & Infrastructure

• Define the growth analytics foundation, including dashboards, cohort analysis, and performance reporting.
• Translate data into actionable insights for executive leadership.
• Champion a culture of experimentation, measurement, and accountability.

Team Building & Leadership

• Build and lead a high-performing growth organization, including paid media, CRM, and analytics.
• Hire, mentor, and develop talent in a lean, high-impact environment.
• Model a “can-do” attitude by demonstrating willingness to get into the weeds and get the work done while the foundation is built.
• Establish operating processes, agency models, and internal workflows suitable for a scaling business.

Key requirements

• 8–10+ years of experience in digital growth, performance marketing, or lifecycle marketing. Preferably in a digital direct-to-consumer brand, with at least 3 years in a leadership role managing CRM programs E2E with proven growth track record
• Proven success scaling growth at a retail or consumer brand. Brick and mortar retail experience preferred.
• Strong quantitative background, with the ability to analyze data and solve complex problems to unlock CLTV
• A love of Gen A fashion & beauty trends, topics and interests to bring to life our brand in her inbox in partnership with our Brand Marketing partners.
• Deep expertise in paid media, CRM, and loyalty programs.
• Entrepreneurial - self starter and can work independently with minimal oversight
• Experience building teams, tools, and processes from early or transitional stages.
• Proven expertise in financial acumen with strong data analytics skills to assess the programs KPIs, forecast expected outcomes and partner with Finance on budgeting and profitability.
• Comfort navigating large company environment.
• Customer-obsession, entrepreneurial spirit, persistence, bias towards action and a well-rounded skill set.

WHO WE ARE

Maria Pinto is a fashion futurist and artist that believes women should “cultivate their eye and explore their own look”, celebrate themselves, and find confidence in embracing their own unique image.

Initially differentiating herself styling iconic women for breathtaking luxury events, (First Lady Michelle Obama, Oprah, Brooke Shields and many other inspirational leaders) in 2013 Maria recognized that women were evolving their own sense of power and confidence leading her to start a movement of sustainable and beautiful fashion, that supports every woman’s need to feel fabulous every day.

This is a unique opportunity to join early and make a significant impact—sharing in the success while benefiting from the strength of the Maria Pinto brand, a product that deeply resonates with its target audience, and strong, rapidly growing sales momentum.

WHO YOU ARE

The Assistant Boutique Manager plays a key leadership role in the success of Maria Pinto’s River North boutique. This position supports the Boutique Director in overseeing daily operations, driving sales performance, and delivering an exceptional client experience that reflects the Maria Pinto brand.

We are seeking a confident and proactive leader with experience developing people and managing retail operations in a luxury environment. The ideal candidate leads by example, inspires their team to perform at the highest level, and is passionate about cultivating long-term client relationships.

Sales Floor Leadership

• Supervise daily sales floor activity to ensure a seamless and elevated client experience
• Support the sales team during client interactions and optimize sales opportunities
• Provide real-time coaching, feedback, and development to team members
• Maintain boutique presentation standards to ensure the store remains clean, organized, and welcoming

Acting Manager Responsibilities

• Serve as acting manager in the absence of the Boutique Director
• Lead daily stand-up meetings and communicate key updates to the team
• Manage opening and closing procedures, including cash handling and POS operations
• Troubleshoot POS system issues and ensure smooth transaction processes
• Assist with inventory management through Apparel Magic, including receiving and transferring merchandise
• Support onboarding and training of new team members

Achieve and maintain personal sales goals

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE

• 3+ years of leadership experience in retail management and team development
• Experience working with affluent clients and luxury brands
• Strong understanding of specialty retail operations, including business development, visual merchandising, and boutique management
• Proven commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining operational excellence
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, including persuasion, conflict resolution, and follow-through
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-growing environment and adapt to change
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
• Proficiency in retail POS systems (Shopify preferred), CRM Systems (Endear preferred), Google Workspace, Word, and Excel
• Additional language proficiency is a plus

About the Company

We are HCLTech, one of the fastest-growing large tech companies in the world and home to 223,000+ people across 60 countries, supercharging progress through industry-leading capabilities centered around Digital, Engineering and Cloud.

About the Role

Responsibilities

• Design and implement ServiceNow HRSD solutions including:
• HR Case Management
• Employee Service Center (ESC)
• HR Knowledge Management
• Lifecycle Events
• Document Management
• Configure and customize HRSD applications, workflows, UI policies, client scripts, and business rules.
• Develop and maintain Flow Designer flows, catalog items, record producers, and approvals.
• Implement HR service portals and enhance user experience.
• Integrate ServiceNow HRSD with third-party systems (S4, SuccessFactors, SAP, AD, Payroll systems, etc.).
• Develop custom scripts using JavaScript, Glide API, and ServiceNow best practices.
• Manage data migration, transformation maps, and integrations via REST/SOAP APIs.
• Ensure data security and compliance with HR data privacy standards.
• Provide support, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Participate in requirement gathering, solution design workshops, and documentation.
• Support upgrades, patches, and platform enhancements.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience in ServiceNow development
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in ServiceNow HRSD module
• Strong knowledge of:
• HR Case Management
• Lifecycle Events
• Employee Center / Service Portal
• Flow Designer
• Integration Hub
• Experience with:
• Business Rules, Client Scripts, Script Includes
• UI Policies, ACLs, Data Policies
• Catalog development
• Strong JavaScript and Glide API knowledge
• Experience in REST/SOAP integrations
• Knowledge of ITIL processes (preferred)
• Understanding of HR processes (Onboarding, Offboarding, Employee Relations, etc.)

Preferred Certifications

• ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA)
• ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD)

ServiceNow HRSD Implementation Specialist (Preferred

Job Title: Solution Architect (Position and Time Type)

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Chicago, IL

Salary: $115000-$140000

Equal Opportunity Statement

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.

How You’ll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.

an experienced ServiceNow HRSD Developer to design, develop, implement, and support HR Service Delivery solutions on the ServiceNow platform. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in HRSD modules, workflow automation, integrations, and ServiceNow best practices to enhance HR operations and employee experience.

Our client, a leader in the beauty tech space, is seeking a Marketing Project Specialist to join their team onsite in Chicago. This is a 40-hour/week, 5 days onsite contract role for 6 months, with potential to extend.

Responsibilities

• Support cross-functional projects in a fast-paced, evolving environment

• Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Global teams to execute successful product launches tailored to market needs

• Drive projects from concept to completion, ensuring strong communication, timeline management, cost awareness, and post-mortem analysis

• Analyze market data and prepare monthly business reports to inform decision-making

• Develop deep product knowledge and effectively communicate brand technology to internal teams, retailers, and customers

• Collaborate with Sales account managers to ensure strong brand representation across channels

• Ensure marketing and sales teams have the tools, assets, and knowledge needed for campaign success

• Assist with special projects, exclusive SKU launches, feasibility signoff, and production coordination

• Support market and consumer insight initiatives

• Maintain clear project status reporting and proactively escalate or resolve issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 1–2 years of related experience; marketing or creative environment preferred

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and project management skills

• Highly adaptable, detail-oriented, and data-driven

• Entrepreneurial mindset with curiosity, initiative, and comfort with ambiguity

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Ability to analyze and interpret data quickly

• Occasional travel as needed

If interested and qualified, please submit your resume today!

Brick Executive SEarch has been exclusively retained to search for a Director of Retail Operations for a 40 store lifestyle boutique of womens apparel, footwear and accessories that is in high growth mode. Many more stores to come given the very positive trajectory this brand is realizing.

The Position

Director of Retail Operations

Location

Corporate Headquarters in Chicago with 50-75% travel to 40 stores

Overview

Lead operational efficiencies and discipline for the Brands Fashion's 40 stores. Focus on store layout, inventory management (60k+ SKUs), compliance, new store openings, budgeting, loss prevention, and customer experience in a fast-fashion environment. Collaborate with regional managers and use tools like StoreForce for tracking.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Efficiencies: Develop and implement processes to streamline inventory, supply chain, and daily operations; identify cost-saving opportunities; monitor KPIs for performance.
• Store Discipline & Standards: Enforce consistent standards for store layout, merchandising, visual displays, cleanliness, and compliance; conduct regular audits during travel; oversee health, safety, and loss prevention.
• Inventory Management: Oversee handling of 40k+ active SKUs; optimize stock levels, turnover, replenishment, and vendor relations in fast-fashion cycle.
• New Store Openings: Plan, execute, and support launches of new stores, including site selection, layout design, setup, initial operations, and tech integration.
• Travel & Field Support: Visit stores frequently (50-75% time on road) to train staff, resolve issues, ensure alignment, and drive operational excellence.
• Technology Utilization: Leverage StoreForce and other tools for metrics; integrate CRM, POS systems; drive tech solutions for efficiency.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, develop, and motivate staff; coordinate with regional managers; provide guidance on best practices; build succession plans.
• Financial Management: Develop budgets, manage P&L, control costs, analyze financial metrics, and ensure profitability.
• Customer Experience: Define and enhance in-store customer journey, service standards, and engagement to build loyalty.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with merchandising, marketing, IT, and other teams for aligned strategies; communicate initiatives effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience: 8+ years in retail operations, preferably fast fashion or apparel; proven track record in multi-store management, new openings, and high-SKU environments.
• Skills: Strong in process optimization, inventory systems, leadership, analytics, P&L management; proficient with retail tech (e.g., StoreForce, POS, CRM); excellent communication and negotiation.
• Education: Bachelor's in Business, Retail Management, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Other: Willingness for extensive travel; analytical mindset; ability to drive change in dynamic, fast-paced environment; knowledge of industry trends and compliance.

I'm currently partnering with a fast‐growing Chicago law firm that's expanding its Traffic & Criminal Defense practice looking add an attorney with 2+ years of Traffic Law experience—someone comfortable handling a high‐volume caseload that includes DUIs, misdemeanors, traffic offenses, and some felony work.

This is a court‐heavy role based in Cook County, so daily courtroom advocacy is a big part of the position.

Location: Cook County jurisdiction - Must be willing to do a daily commute to Cook County courthouse

Practice Area Focus: Criminal Defense, specifically Traffic Law

Requirements:

• 2+ years' experience as an Attorney with a focus on Traffic Law cases (misdemeanors, felonies, DUIs, traffic tickets, etc.)
• Open to candidates coming from law firm (doing Criminal Defense and Traffic Law) or government space doing Traffic Law/misdemeanors (e.g. State's Attorneys office, Public Defender)
• Must be willing to be in court daily, given the nature of the job
• Strong job tenure or at least solid reasons for leaving

Compensation: $90,000 – $120,000 base salary plus quarterly bonuses that would equate to $20k annually

Onsite/Hybrid/Remote: Must be willing to go into court daily due to the nature of the job, although the office is open to hybrid schedules

Typical caseload: Rough estimate of 100 cases at any time

• 30 misdemeanor DUIs
• 20 other misdemeanor traffic cases (reckless driving, suspended license, etc)
• 40 petty traffic tickets
• 10 other (felonies, non-traffic criminal cases, etc)

Highlights:

• Firm is growing like crazy, but also strategically. Has been nationally recognized as fastest growing law firms in 2023 and 2024. They also just started a new PI branch within their firm.

Labor & Employment Associate

Our client, a top AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a mid-level Labor & Employment Associate to join its Chicago office. The ideal candidate will handle significant responsibilities in employment law litigation matters through summary judgment and trial, including discovery (e-discovery), motions practice in federal and state courts, and responding to administrative agency charges and investigations. The role also involves employment law counseling, advising in-house counsel, HR professionals, and company representatives on employment relationship issues.

The estimated salary range for this position is $230,000 – $340,000 (annually) and may vary depending on experience and other factors.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be admitted to and in good standing with the Illinois Bar
• 4+ years of general labor and employment law and litigation experience at a large law firm
• Experience with employment litigation through summary judgment and trial, with minimal supervision
• Experience with wage and hour matters, restrictive covenant, and trade secret matters
• Employment law counseling experience, including drafting employment contracts
• Superior writing skills and strong academic credentials required

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