Full-Time

Retail Store Manager

Posted on 8/12/2025

Aviator Nation

Aviator Nation

51-200 employees

Direct-to-consumer fashion brand with vintage aesthetics

Compensation Overview

$65k - $72k/yr

+ DOE

Aspen, CO, USA

In Person

Category
Retail (2)
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Requirements
  • 3-5 years experience managing in a similar role
  • Positive, outgoing, and encouraging attitude
  • Professional appearance, must follow AVN presentation standards
  • Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail and organizational ability
  • Analytical and computer skills
  • Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays
Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage all store staff, ensuring accountability and high performance
  • Set and achieve sales goals through planning and team engagement
  • Provide coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations for employees
  • Oversee hiring, training, scheduling, of staff
  • Manage employee issues and grievances
  • Ensure exceptional customer service and resolve escalated issues
  • Analyze sales data to develop business strategies and report KPIs
  • Maintain accurate inventory levels and manage stock counts
  • Partner with Inventory Manager and Assistant Manager to maintain store presentation
  • Support omni-channel sales and fulfillment processes
  • Organize store events to boost sales and community presence
  • Ensure daily operations, restocks, and store standards are consistently met

Aviator Nation creates casual, retro-inspired fashion with a 1970s vibe. It designs hoodies, sweatpants, and t-shirts and makes them by hand in California, using premium materials and a special washing process to give a soft, worn-in feel. The products are sold directly to consumers through online and brick-and-mortar stores, which helps the brand maintain control over style, pricing, and customer experience. The brand sets itself apart with its distinct vintage look, handmade California craftsmanship, and a loyal following among celebrities. Its goal is to grow as a lifestyle label by offering comfortable, nostalgic apparel directly to customers while maintaining brand consistency and quality.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2007

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What believers are saying

  • WM Phoenix Open 2025 collab boosts visibility at PGA TOUR event.
  • Rolling Stone capsule merch expands to music and festival audiences.
  • Nordstrom and EVEREVE wholesale accesses broader premium retail customers.

What critics are saying

  • Nordstrom commoditizes exclusivity, erodes premium pricing in 6-12 months.
  • Shein copycats flood market with $20 hoodies, destroy $150 margins now.
  • Handmade limits scale, causes shortages amid Nordstrom demand in 3-6 months.

What makes Aviator Nation unique

  • Handmade distressed hoodies use special California washing process.
  • 'Pray for Surf' and 'Rock and Roll' collections define 1970s retro identity.
  • All products crafted in Venice Beach since Paige Mycoskie's 2006 garage start.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

Company News

PR Newswire
Feb 3rd, 2025
Aviator Nation Launches Exclusive Merchandise Collection For The 2025 Wm Phoenix Open

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Luxury lifestyle brand Aviator Nation is teaming up with the WM Phoenix Open, The Coors Light Birds Nest and the Concert in the Coliseum with an exciting fashion collaboration that blends an athletic + musical vibe with vintage California-inspired style. Made in LA, these limited-edition drops are the ultimate representation of American spirit at one of the PGA TOUR's biggest events.Designed by Aviator Nation Founder, President and Creative Director Paige Mycoskie, these unique collaborations celebrate the excitement of the WM Phoenix Open through Aviator Nation's signature designs. From February 3rd – 9th, the exclusive cobranded WM Phoenix Open collection will be available inside the Tournament at the Fan Shop merchandise tent as well as Aviator Nation's additional tents throughout the grounds."WM Phoenix Open is an event that we look forward to every year with the opportunity to create a limited-edition collection that blends elements of Aviator Nation with the history and legacy of the iconic Golf Tournament." said Jennifer Crawford Vice President Partnerships at Aviator Nation.In addition to being onsite at the Tournament at the Fan Shop, Aviator Nation is also showing up in several locations during the week with activations featuring a full store and the limited collections including:The Concert in the Coliseum on February 1st at the entrance to the iconic 16th hole at TPC Scottsdale.at the entrance to the iconic 16th hole at TPC Scottsdale. The Coors Light Birds Nest - located directly across from the main WM Phoenix Open Tournament featuring exclusive merchandise for the four nights of the Coors Light Birds Nest."We're excited to partner with Aviator Nation to bring their signature style to the WM Phoenix Open," said Tournament Chairman Matt Mooney. "Their presence throughout the tournament enhances the entertaining atmosphere 'The People's Open' is known for, and this exclusive collection is a great way for fans to commemorate the week."About Aviator NationAviator Nation is the inimitable 1970s-inspired California lifestyle brand founded by Paige Mycoskie in Venice Beach in 2006

PMC
Dec 10th, 2024
Adidas Sues Aviator Nation Over Stripes, NPR Podcast Breach

Adidas sues Aviator Nation over stripes, NPR podcast breach.

Sourcing Journal
May 6th, 2024
Adidas Goes After Aviator Nation Over Trademark Infringement...Again

The athletic wear giant filed a legal complaint on May 1 against Aviator Nation, alleging trademark infringement and breach of contract.

Digital Commerce 360
May 17th, 2023
Aviator Nation automates returns, uses stores to fulfill online orders

In late 2022, Aviator Nation launched its omnichannel fulfillment option and plans to launch buy online, pick up in store (BOPIS) in 2023.

Rolling Stone
Feb 18th, 2023
rslivescottsdale – Rolling Stone

For the fashion-forward, Aviator Nation collaborated with Rolling Stone on a custom capsule merch collection, complete with hoodies, t-shirts, hats and sweatpants.

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