Department: Retail Department
Report to: CEO

Main duties:

• Define business plan and retail services by working with management of various business units, as Finance, Buying, Marketing, Operations, Visual Merchandising, HR, Supply Chain, ERP, etc.
• Develop retail vision, strategy and plan to drive top-line growth and bottom-line profitability for a portfolio of more than 18 stores.
• Identify new market opportunities, and implement effective retail strategies to captivate customers and boost sales.
• Determine brand/product feature together with each Brand Partner and translate into market requirements in coordination with marketing and VM teams.
• Define key product positioning attributes and translate in sales, go-to-market and communications tools by working with marketing team.
• Develop pricing models, policies and rate sheets for each brand together with Brand partners, finance and marketing team.
• Development of each new launch and opening, including head count, buying projections, pricing policy, etc.
• Build and lead high-performing teams by recruiting, training, and mentoring retail staff.
• Inspire a culture of excellence, fostering a customer-centric mindset, and instilling a passion for delivering exceptional service.
• Monitor market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscape to stay ahead of the curve and adapt to changing market conditions.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and innovative retail practices, and assess their potential impact on the business.
• Continuously adapt and evolve retail strategies to meet changing customer expectations and industry dynamics.
• Driving the transformation of retail operations in an ever-evolving market.
• Manage store operations to ensure customer satisfaction and company objectives are met.
• Analyze market trends to make informed decisions regarding product selection, pricing, and advertising.
• Collaborate with other executives to set company goals and develop policies and procedures.
• Provide direction and leadership to retail staff to ensure consistent performance and high- quality customer service
• Manage inventory levels to ensure products are stocked and available for customers
• Set and monitor budgets to ensure expenses are managed effectively

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of retail management, marketing and sales principles.
• Successful experience working in a multi-unit management structure, with a proven record of accomplishment of success as Retail Director.
• Proven record of extremely high level of retail standards and execution.
• Proven record of strong financial performance and demonstrated financial acumen.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• An understanding of the market and consumer insights and trends.
• An analytical mind with strategic ability.
• Merchandising strategies.
• Employee leadership and team building.
• Knowledge of industry trends and market conditions.
• Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and adjust strategies accordingly.

Candidates meeting the above stated criteria are requested to send their CV/Resume and indicate the name of the position in the subject line of the email. Please note that only candidates who meet the above criteria will be contacted. [email protected]