Area Director of Retail
Beemok Hospitality, Charleston, SC, United States
Area Director Of Retail
Beemok Hospitality Collection (BHC) is a purpose-driven portfolio of hotels, restaurants, and cultural landmarks in Charleston. Founded in 2021, BHC is guided by the belief that hospitality is at its finest when it creates enduring, meaningful connections. The journey began with the revitalization of The Charleston Place and has since grown to include Sorelle, The Riviera Theater, Credit One Stadium, American Gardens, and the upcoming waterfront hotel, The Cooper. Each property reflects BHC's vision of hospitality as a way to connect people, celebrate culture, and carry Charleston forward. Job Description
The area director of retail is a forward-thinking, commercially minded leader responsible for defining and delivering a best-in-class retail vision across the BHC portfolio. This role oversees retail operations, merchandising, buying, and brand expression, ensuring every retail experience reflects the standards, warmth, and elegance our properties are known for. Candidates will come from high-end retail or luxury merchandising environments, with the expertise and taste level found in leaders from premier fashion and lifestyle brands. Duties & Responsibilities
Retail strategy & leadership Merchandising & buying Financial & operational performance Team leadership & development Brand & guest experience Required Skills & Experience
8+ years in luxury retail, merchandising, or buying; hospitality retail experience preferred. Demonstrated success overseeing multi-location or portfolio-level retail operations. Experience in luxury merchandising or buying for high-end brands (e.g., Neiman Marcus, Saks, specialty boutiques). Strong vendor management, assortment planning, and product-curation capabilities. Strong financial acumen, including P&L ownership and data-driven planning. Excellent leadership, communication, and partnership skills. Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on when needed. Refined taste level and a deep understanding of the luxury consumer. Warm, polished, and deeply guest-focused. Creative yet grounded in strong commercial judgment. Collaborative, agile, and effective across varied teams and properties. High personal accountability and a drive for excellence. Passion for luxury hospitality, design, and creating meaningful guest experiences. BHC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and are not based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, uniformed service, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other factor or characteristic protected by applicable law. BHC participates in E-Verify. A career at BHC is an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make a lasting impact. Here, we cultivate a culture where excellence and integrity thrive, and where each team member's potential is nurtured in a dynamic, supportive environment. Your talents are recognized. Your ambitions are encouraged. Your work truly matters. Join us and discover where your journey at BHC can take you.
Beemok Hospitality Collection (BHC) is a purpose-driven portfolio of hotels, restaurants, and cultural landmarks in Charleston. Founded in 2021, BHC is guided by the belief that hospitality is at its finest when it creates enduring, meaningful connections. The journey began with the revitalization of The Charleston Place and has since grown to include Sorelle, The Riviera Theater, Credit One Stadium, American Gardens, and the upcoming waterfront hotel, The Cooper. Each property reflects BHC's vision of hospitality as a way to connect people, celebrate culture, and carry Charleston forward. Job Description
The area director of retail is a forward-thinking, commercially minded leader responsible for defining and delivering a best-in-class retail vision across the BHC portfolio. This role oversees retail operations, merchandising, buying, and brand expression, ensuring every retail experience reflects the standards, warmth, and elegance our properties are known for. Candidates will come from high-end retail or luxury merchandising environments, with the expertise and taste level found in leaders from premier fashion and lifestyle brands. Duties & Responsibilities
Retail strategy & leadership Merchandising & buying Financial & operational performance Team leadership & development Brand & guest experience Required Skills & Experience
8+ years in luxury retail, merchandising, or buying; hospitality retail experience preferred. Demonstrated success overseeing multi-location or portfolio-level retail operations. Experience in luxury merchandising or buying for high-end brands (e.g., Neiman Marcus, Saks, specialty boutiques). Strong vendor management, assortment planning, and product-curation capabilities. Strong financial acumen, including P&L ownership and data-driven planning. Excellent leadership, communication, and partnership skills. Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on when needed. Refined taste level and a deep understanding of the luxury consumer. Warm, polished, and deeply guest-focused. Creative yet grounded in strong commercial judgment. Collaborative, agile, and effective across varied teams and properties. High personal accountability and a drive for excellence. Passion for luxury hospitality, design, and creating meaningful guest experiences. BHC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and are not based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, uniformed service, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other factor or characteristic protected by applicable law. BHC participates in E-Verify. A career at BHC is an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make a lasting impact. Here, we cultivate a culture where excellence and integrity thrive, and where each team member's potential is nurtured in a dynamic, supportive environment. Your talents are recognized. Your ambitions are encouraged. Your work truly matters. Join us and discover where your journey at BHC can take you.