Hi there, we’re Article. 👋 Since 2013, we have been reinventing the furniture industry one sofa at a time, it’s not easy—it requires solving challenging, meaningful problems.
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RetailStore Manager
"}" data-trix-content-type="undefined" data-trix-id="325" class="attachment attachment--content">Hi there, we’re Article. 👋 Since 2013, we have been reinventing the furniture industry one sofa at a time, it’s not easy—it requires solving challenging, meaningful problems. This is where you come in, as a Retail Store Manager, you’re the face of Article to our customers, helping them create beautiful spaces while making every in-store customer interaction a delightful one.
Why We Need You:
As the Store Manager, you are essential in shaping the success of our San Francisco store: our first retail location in the United States. You will create an inviting, thoughtful space where customers experience our designs firsthand. Beyond day-to-day operations, you will drive sales, optimize performance, and cultivate a culture of excellence. Your ability to analyze financial data and develop a high-performing team will ensure our store exceeds its targets.
This is a chance to lead Article’s retail evolution. You will build strong customer relationships and set the standard for future US expansions. With your expertise in visual merchandising and leadership, you will create a shopping experience as seamless as our online presence. Your resilience and above-the-line behavior will not only impact this store but will define Article’s future in brick-and-mortar retail.
Why Article?
As a Particle (people of Article), you will have a high level of autonomy to solve challenging, meaningful problems the best way you can. That means you’re trusted to explore solutions you believe will work best (you’re the expert, after all). You’ll do all this while growing your skills within a company that is redefining the furniture industry.
About the new San Francisco store:
Our store address is: 2299 Alameda St, San Francisco
Store size: 7,000 square feet
Staff size/ model: 1x Store Manager, 2x Assistant Managers, 2x Sales Floor Leads, 9-12x Home Experts (associates)
Hours of operation: The store is open 7 days per week, 10 am - 7 pm.
Travel: You will be required to travel within the US and Canada. So you will require a valid passport.
Interview and Onboarding Schedule:
May 18- May 22: First Interview
A 45-minute virtual conversation with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss your background and interest in Article.
May 25- May 29: Second Interview
A virtual deep dive into your retail leadership experience with a Store Manager and our Senior Manager, Retail Operations.
June 3 – June 5: Final Interview (In person in San Francisco)
We will fly down to meet our top candidates for an in-person interview with the Senior Manager, Retail Operations.
June 29 – July 10th: Onboarding & Training (remotely)
If hired, your first two weeks will be spent remotely from SF for training and connection with the broader Retail leadership team.
July 13- July 24thOnboarding & Training (Vancouver, BC) If hired, we will fly you into our HQ office where you will receive additional hands-on training and connection with the broader Retail leadership team.