Head of international retail – Paris based

Job title:

Head of international retail – Paris based

Company

Jimmy Fairly

Job description

Boring? Expensive? Dull? Jimmy Fairly was born, not with a want but a need to revolutionise the optical industry. Founded in 2010 by Antonin Chartier, a 23-year old psychology student with a passion for entrepreneurship. Chartier’s concept was simple: quality glasses, fair prices and a positive social impact.Over a decade later, little has changed. Now with over 100 stores across Europe and UK, Jimmy Fairly is successfully bringing back great style and a smile to the optical world. Great style by dropping on-trend designs every 6 weeks, with a short-circuit manufacturing process that does not compromise on quality or our planet. A smile with a customer-centric approach, from the moment a customer enters a Jimmy store, to having their eyes tested by our expert optometrists and seeking help from our exceptional after-care team.Better everyday!Since day 1, we have partnered with Restoring Vision, the international charity committed to ending the global vision crisis. Find out more at www.jimmyfairly.co.uk and on Instagram @jimmyfairly. We are looking for new talents to be part of this amazing adventure. Are you ready to join a bouncy, cohesive and passionate team to challenge the status quo?The RoleYou will report directly to our Head of International markets and will be responsible for retail performances in our freshly launched international markets: UK, Belgium, Spain, Italy & Germany (50 stores in 2024).
Full of energy, challenge driven & a real expert of retail.Mission: maximize business performances in your regions working closely with your area managers.Team: 4 area / country managers, 1 international talent acquisitionRetail performance

• Define and set with the Head of International Markets clear objectives, business actions plans and budgets for your regions
• Build and implement the retail animation strategy through the right routine & tools for the retail team
• In-store visit 80% of your time to support the teams, provide quantitative and qualitative feedback to management and propose action plans
• Be aware of competitors activity, conduct Mystery Visits on competitors, develop effective networking across the perimeter followed
• Make sure we hire the best profiles ensuring high performances & brand fit
• Work on career path, retention program & performance review hand in hand with
• Improve training program & tools to ensure the team excellency in collaboration with area managers

Retail operations

• Uphold respect of Jimmy Fairly’s standards and procedures (visual, merchandising, maintenance, grooming, stock, etc.) and ensure operational excellence
• Stock inventories
• Finance & accountability process
• Make sure local compliance are respected

Your profile
We are looking for a talent excited to work in a fast-paced environment, to grow and manage in a self-starter environment with endless potential. A strong retail culture & business mindset.Proficiency in english is mandatory + another language among french, spanish, italianA previous experience in one of these countries would be highly appreciated: UK, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Germany

• At least 2 years’ experience as a retail manager in retail / fashion / accessorize / beauty
• Entrepreneur mindset & problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational & communication skills
• Strong commercial skills, challenger mindset
• Positive mindset and smiley attitude
• Supportive management style
• Excellent analytical abilities

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Expected salary

Location

Paris

Job date

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 00:13:55 GMT

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