About Brand Collective: Brand Collective is one of Australia's most prominent apparel, footwear & sport groups, operating our omnichannel offer across 300 stores with over 3,000 team members, a comprehensive online business and an extensive wholesale network. Our portfolio ranges from iconic heritage to timeless contemporary, from street culture to considered craftsmanship, and from private label to international luxury fashion brands. We bring brands to life The opportunity: Reporting directly to theDivisional General Manager - Footwear, the focus of the Head of Retail - Footwear position is to drive the operational strategies for all Retail concepts to optimize market positioning and meet financial objectives. Responsible for building, implementing, and training on operational efficiencies in order to achieve sales goals and profit margins. Applying a hands-on approach this leader will be constantly measuring the business results and retail environment to make the appropriate strategic and tactical adjustments to drive results. Key duties and responsibilities: Full ownership of retail channel P&L by optimizing sales and meet all financial targets and KPI’s. In collaboration with the brand teams, develop and execute key initiatives and strategies that will innovate the day-to-day operations of the stores to increase sales (service), reduce cost (payroll/shrink) and drive profitability and conversion. Partner with cross operational – Merchandising, Planning, Store Development, Marketing– to properly plan and execute all operational activities in the stores. Manage store level execution through the Areat Managers and Store Managers to ensure maximization of sales and profit, outstanding customer service, compliance to policies and operational standards. Provide consistent coaching of Area Managers in the areas of business planning, selling skills, leadership, and operational excellence to ensure the financial achievement for Retail. Lead the execution of retail staff onboarding and training Oversee the implementation and execution of all instore digital strategies to enhance both the employee and consumer experience to create efficiencies and heightened storytelling. Align with Buying and Marketing team to implement initiatives to drive incremental traffic and increase conversion. Work effectively with the General Managers to ensure continuous innovation and development in every aspect of the business as well as effective day-to-day communications. In partnership with Human Resources, execute performance and career path development for all team members, both direct reports as well as store teams. Build and foster relationships with key partners within retail teams. Travel to stores to ensure the strategy, policies and procedures are executed in a consistent manner; to build productive relationships across the entire retail fleet to identify future talent; to remain current on all competitive activity. The skills and experience you offer us: Advanced proficiency in software applications such as MS Office Minimum of 5 years people leadership experience 10 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience Excellent verbal presentation and written communication skills with strong command of English language Bachelor's degree Strong knowledge of the retail landscape in Australia and New Zealand Exceptional and engaging leadership and management skills that quickly build both internal and external confidence in business direction Ability to portray a confident, positive, and winning attitude in challenging business interactions Strategic, self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced and structured environment Strong knowledge and understanding of profit and loss statement and store Key Performance Indicators to make commercial decisions based on sound financial judgment Excellent time management and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to use good judgment and make strong independent decisions with speed Excellent relationship-building skills at all levels of the organization Ability to travel up to 40% of the time across the Pacific region and internationally as needed Experience working for a sporting goods and fashion retailer with a primary emphasis/responsibility of a full price retail business The perks we offer you: Pet friendly workspace - yes, you can bring your dog to work Generous discounts for you and your family across Brand Collective's stable of brands That’s 50% off Reebok, Superdry, Hush Puppies, Clarks, Elka Collective and many more Invitations to epic sample sales Paid parental leave, volunteer leave, purchased leave program (ability to purchase an additional two weeks of leave per year, based on eligibility) Novated Leasing Reward and recognition program as well as generous service awards Recruitment referral incentives for permanent positions Learning and development – we want you to grow and get the most out of your role Employee Assistance Program with free access to Mental Health Professionals for when times are tough At Brand Collective our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we We value diversity and inclusion in all forms, thus hire based on capability and performance. If you feel like your skills align with the role and company culture, apply with your current CV and Cover Letter. For bonus points, tell us why this role excites you in an optional video cover letter. Brand Collective is officially recognised as a Great Place to Work J-18808-Ljbffr