National Retail Store Leader

Catholic Art and Gifts, a family-owned F C Ziegler location. Our company began in 1929 as a small manufacturing firm and has grown into to a wide-ranging organization with 9 retail locations, a manufacturing and design branch, a wholesale arm and a healthy e-commerce website. We are a leader in our industry and we seek a reliable individual to help assist us into the future. While retail experience is helpful, personality, motivation and problem solving skills are most important. If interested, please apply online or in person. For more information about our company please visit www.zieglers.com

Job Summary

We’re looking for a strategic, people-driven National Retail Sales Leader to oversee our retail operations across the U.S. This is a high-impact role responsible for driving sales growth, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction while developing a strong, aligned retail leadership team.

What You’ll Do

- Set Strategy: Define and execute the national vision for retail growth and expansion.

- Lead Teams: Hire, train, and mentor store leadership to build a high-performing retail team.

- Drive Sales: Set and monitor sales targets, manage store budgets, and ensure profitability.

- Ensure Excellence: Oversee merchandising, store audits, and brand consistency across all locations.

- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with marketing, customer service, sales, and IT.

- Enhance Experience: Deliver exceptional customer service strategies and uphold brand integrity.

- Leverage Data: Analyze sales, inventory, and category performance to drive decision-making.

- Visit Locations: Travel regularly (~50–60 days per year) to stores and industry events.

Qualifications

Required:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

- 5+ years of retail leadership experience (multi-store or national)

- Proven success in driving sales and team performance

- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and retail management systems

- Willingness to travel nationwide

Preferred:

- Experience in integrating in-store and social media channels

- Background in merchandising strategy and marketing alignment

Key Competencies

- Leadership & Team Development

- Strategic Planning & Execution

- Financial Management & P&L Ownership

- Customer Experience Strategy

- Retail Merchandising & Visual Standards

- Data-Driven Decision Making

- Crisis Management & Adaptability

Physical Requirements

- Stand/walk for up to 8 hours

- Lift up to 40 lbs occasionally

- Ability to climb stairs, crouch, push/pull

- Clear vision, hearing, and English-speaking required

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person