Retail Area Manager - Philadelphia

Founded in 2010, POP MART is a leading global pop culture and entertainment company. With IP at its core, POP MART works with artists and designers worldwide to develop and operate IPs, creating products, services and entertainment experiences for consumers. Its portfolio includes beloved IP characters such as THE MONSTERS , TWINKLE TWINKLE, CRYBABY, DIMOO, SKULLPANDA, Hirono and MOLLY. As of the first half of 2026, POP MART had more than 100 million registered members worldwide, operated 676 physical stores and over 2,800 ROBO SHOP vending machines, and reached nearly 100 countries and regions through cross-border e-commerce platforms,bringing joy to consumers around the world.

Position: Area Manager

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Department: Retail Operation

Salary: $89,000 - $100,000

Opportunity Overview:

POP MART is seeking a dynamic Retail Area Manager to lead operations across multiple store locations within the Philadelphia market and help shape the continued growth of our U.S. retail business.

In this pivotal role, you will oversee stores, driving operational excellence, team development, sales performance, and customer experience. You will be a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and is passionate about building high-performing teams. From coaching Store Managers to optimizing ROBO Shop performance, you will play a key role in delivering POP MART's signature experience to fans across your market.

This is more than a traditional retail leadership role—it's an opportunity to be part of a global movement, bringing art, play, and happiness to communities nationwide.

This is a highly visible field leadership role requiring extensive travel throughout the assigned region, including regular store visits and multi-day market visits as needed.

What You Will Achieve:

• Oversee day-to-day operations for retail store locations, ensuring compliance with POP MART's operational, visual, and customer experience standards.
• Drive Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including sales targets, ATV, UPT, membership, and shrink control.
• Train, coach, and motivate store managers and store teams to ensure high performance and a strong team culture.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and development of store-level employees in coordination with the District Manager.
• Manage store staffing levels and payroll to align with labor budgets and productivity goals.
• Travel regularly between assigned store locations to observe, audit, coach, and support operations.
• Monitor inventory, visual merchandising, and loss prevention protocols.
• Act as a communication link between stores and the District Manager, ensuring timely reporting and follow-through on key initiatives.
• Partner with cross-functional departments, including HR, Marketing, Construction, Store Operations, Loss Prevention, and Merchandising, to support store needs.
• Champion a strong customer service culture and deliver feedback that supports continuous improvement.
• Identify and address operational challenges in a timely and effective manner.
• Support Store Managers in executing promotional events, product launches, and key brand initiatives.
• Oversee ROBO Shop operations within the assigned area, including hiring and managing ROBO Operators, optimizing performance, and driving sales at local ROBO locations.

What You Will Need:

• 3–5+ years of progressive retail management experience, including Store Manager experience; 3+ years of multi-unit management experience preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, develop, and inspire diverse retail teams.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales, operational, and KPI goals.
• Preferred: experience leading multiple high-volume retail locations within a fast-growing consumer, specialty, fashion, lifestyle, or entertainment brand.
• Preferred: experience coaching and developing Store Managers and building strong leadership pipelines.
• Preferred: experience supporting new store openings, product launches, promotional events, or rapid retail expansion.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of staffing, payroll, inventory management, visual merchandising, loss prevention, and customer experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively partner with store teams, leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management abilities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and rapidly evolving environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and retail POS systems.
• English proficiency required; Mandarin is a plus but not required.
• Must be able and willing to travel regularly between assigned store and ROBO Shop locations.

What we Offer:

• Market-competitive packages: 401(k), health insurance, PTO, paid sick leave, and family leave.
• Growth opportunities: on-the-job training, leadership development, and stretch assignments to advance your career.
• Career development: opportunities to take on larger responsibilities as POP MART's North America business scales rapidly.

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to travel extensively throughout the assigned region, including frequent air travel and multi-day market visits.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and move through retail environments for extended periods during store and market visits.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position (e.g., seated or at a desk) for extended periods while operating a computer or other office equipment.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Pay Range Details

The base salary range for this position in Philadelphia, PA is $89,000 - $100,000 annually. This range is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Individual compensation will be determined based on factors including geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications. This position may also be eligible to participate in the Company's incentive compensation program.

Background Checks

For applicants located in Philadelphia: In accordance with applicable Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Fair Chance laws, POP MART conducts criminal background checks in compliance with the Philadelphia Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

POP MART is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.

Reasonable Accommodation

POP MART provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. Applicants who require an accommodation may contact

na.hrsupport@popmart.com

*POP MART is committed to equal pay initiatives and will not ask candidates for their current or past salary.

*As an Equal Opportunity Employer, POP MART does not discriminate against applicants or employees

because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship,

imarital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of

any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.