Area Lead, DACH & Nordics

Locations: Zurich, Berlin

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Retail (office team)

In short

The Area Lead (DACH+Nordics) is responsible for supporting multiple retail Store Leaders across DACH and Nordics in guiding operations and performance. Through authentic connection, you will provide strategic direction, support building brand awareness and drive business growth and profitability in alignment with On’s mission to ignite the human spirit through movement. Through your strong inspirational leadership and guidance of Store Leaders, you will foster a high-performance culture and promote employee engagement while developing a strong pipeline of talent to fuel our growth.

Your Mission

Develop and own responsibility for the business & people strategies for your region, in steady state and 1 year out.
Set performance targets and key performance indicators (KPIs) for each location and monitor progress towards goals.
Oversee the day-to-day operations of multiple locations within the region, ensuring compliance with company standards, policies, and procedures.
Manage the regional budget, forecasting revenue, expenses, and profitability.
Analyze financial reports, identify trends, and implement strategies to maximize revenue and minimize costs in collaboration with Store Leaders.
Enable Store Leaders to drive store operations in line with local and global priorities by providing them with the information, tools, resources, and support they need.
You will recruit, identify and nurture high-potential employees, preparing them for their future growth and leadership roles.
Support learning and development consistently and provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations to enhance individual and team performance.

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Your story

5+ years experience in a similar leadership role, with at least 2 year experience in multi-retail store management
You have experience managing the regional budget, forecasting revenue, expenses, and profitability
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team
Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and compliance requirements
Travel Requirement: This position requires approximately 30% of travel time across the territory. The ability to travel independently and on a regular basis is essential
Fluency in German required.

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About the Team

The Area Lead will report directly into the Head or Retail EMEA. In this role you will collaborate with Store Leaders to address operational challenges and implement process improvements. You will foster a positive and inclusive work environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and employee growth. You will collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to identify business opportunities, develop community relationships, and drive revenue growth.

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What we offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.

Build the better you

What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.