To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Develop and implement strategies to maximize sales and profitability across all retail locations.
• Collaborate with District Managers to provide guidance and support.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPI's) and sales metrics to assess store performance and identify areas of improvement.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and executive promotional campaigns and initiatives to drive foot traffic and customer engagement.
• Ensure compliance and company policies, procedures and standards, including visual merchandising guidelines and inventory management processes.
• Analyze market trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities to identify opportunities for growth and innovation.
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance the product knowledge and customer service skills of retail staff.
• Conduct regular store visits to assess operational effectiveness, provide coaching and address any issues or concerns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including supply chain, finance and HR, to streamline operational processes and improve overall efficiency.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices in retail operations.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Retail management or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in retail operations, with at least 2 years in a managerial role

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Proven track record of driving sales growth and achieving operational targets.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, including inventory management, visual merchandising and customer service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic retail environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office environment. Utilizing an office desk - sitting, reading, listening, or speaking with the ability to move intermittently throughout the day.
• Strong sensory skills, such as good eyesight, good hearing, and dexterity
• Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, copiers, and phones.
• Valid driver's license with good motor vehicle record. Must be 21 years of age and must carry company mandated liability limits.
• Flexibility to travel to different retail locations, as needed.

We are proud of the competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefit package provided to our associates and their families. Our compensation package is designed to meet our associates today and help them plan for the future.

Health Benefits

VRA offers a variety of medical, dental and vision programs to meet your family's health care needs.

• Medical plan options including both a HDHP/HSA plan and a PPO plan
• A no premium medical plan for employee only coverage
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts

Survivor Benefits

Life insurance provides peace of mind for your family should the unexpected happen.

• Employer provided 2X your salary in life insurance
• Accidental Death and Disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance for you, your spouse and your children

Income Protection

If you are unable to work due to illness or injury VRA provides several programs to protect your income at no cost to you.

• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Paid family medical leave

Retirement Plan

The VRA 401k plan helps you accumulate savings for retirement

• 401k with generous company match, immediate vesting (age and service requirement)
• Strong line up of professionally managed funds
• Safe-harbor plan design

Paid Time Off

Enjoy generous time off programs.

• Earn up to 3 weeks of paid time off in your first year of employment with opportunity to earn more
• 9 paid holidays a year
• Paid bereavement leave

Give Back Opportunities

VRA offers the opportunity to serve your community.

• Voluntary Time Off
• Matching charitable donations and leadership grants

Holistic Wellness

• Access to a variety of financial, physical, and mental wellness experts

• Employee Assistance Program with access to work/life wellness support including no cost unlimited telephonic counseling services
• Opportunities for leadership development, skill development and career advancement

Product Discount

• Generous employee discount on Vera Bradley and Pura Vida products

Ancillary Benefits and Programs

• Bonus opportunity, identity protection, legal services, pet insurance, cell phone discount, employee referral bonus, annual birthday gift, DailyPay, corporate fitness facility

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled

Vera Bradley is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer.For more information, please click the following links:

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in English)

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in Spanish)

Pay Transparency (in English)

Pay Transparency (in Spanish)

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment application process, please send an e-mail to . Please include the accommodation you are requesting and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation and other EEO/Affirmative Action issues will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Our intention is to fill this opening within 30 days of the original posting date and applications will be accepted on an on-going basis until the position is filled.