Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an Interim Retail Managing Director for a mission-aligned, community-centered specialty retailer known for its cultural impact and loyal customer base. This full-time, onsite leadership opportunity is based in Austin, TX.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Interim Retail Managing Director will provide immediate leadership and oversight of strategic operations, team management, and day-to-day business functions for a values-driven retail organization. Known for curating thoughtful, mission-driven experiences, this specialty retailer seeks a dynamic and steady-handed leader who can guide the team during a transitional period. The ideal candidate is passionate about community, culture, and storytelling, and brings a hands-on, collaborative approach to leadership.

PERKS:

• $48–$53/hour compensation, based on experience

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

• Paid time off and holiday observances

• Opportunities to represent the organization at national retail and cultural industry events

• Engaging, inclusive workplace culture rooted in creativity, curiosity, and service

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with the Board of Directors to ensure organizational alignment and represent staff and shareholder interests

• Lead daily operations across sales, finance, HR, purchasing, inventory, customer service, and IT

• Support and mentor the leadership team and broader staff, reinforcing a high-performance, service-oriented culture

• Oversee cash flow, budgets, compensation structures, and performance management processes

• Manage relationships with legal counsel, consultants, union representatives, and external partners

• Represent the company externally and support PR, marketing, and community engagement efforts

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven leadership experience in retail, service, or mission-driven business environments

• Strong financial and operational management skills, including budgeting and team oversight

• Ability to step into an interim role and quickly stabilize, lead, and improve operations

• Excellent communication skills and public-facing presence

• A collaborative, hands-on leadership style with a passion for team development and customer experience

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
This is a full-time, onsite interim role in Austin, TX offering a pay rate of $48–$53/hour, depending on experience.  Additionally, medical, dental, vision and voluntary life insurance, an employee assistance plan (EAP), and commuter and transit benefits for those who are working on average 30 or more hours per week. An employee retirement plan is also available!  

HOW TO APPLY:
For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here!

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:
Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.