Expansion Manager

H&M; New South Wales; Ibrido; AUD 150.000 - 210.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

WFH 2 days/week

25% off H&M Group brands

Inclusive company culture

Descrizione del lavoro

H&M Group is expanding its store network in Australia and the AUNZ region. The Expansion Manager will drive sustainable growth by shaping and executing the expansion strategy, managing the CAPEX portfolio, and leading commercial, operational and technical initiatives across functions.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead a six‑person Expansion team, collaborate with Legal, Finance, Leasing, Construction and Facilities, and deliver outcomes that align with brand and long-term business

Competenze

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Expansion or a senior leadership role.
• Solid understanding of expansion strategy, leasing, construction and facilities management.
• Proven experience leading teams in complex, international environments.
• Demonstrated success working in a matrix organisation with multiple stakeholders and seniority levels.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire and develop high-performing teams, fostering accountability and collaboration.

Mansioni

• Create and align the Sales Market Expansion and Portfolio Management strategy with Brand Plan and long-term objectives.
• Drive a customer-centric expansion strategy by identifying market opportunities through consumer demand, sales performance and catchment analysis.
• Drive sales productivity, profitability and cost control through portfolio management and investment planning.
• Develop and manage the CAPEX portfolio to support sustainable growth and long-term objectives.
• Ensure expansion, construction and facilities activities meet standards, governance and sustainability goals.
• Review and approve projects, business cases and investment proposals for sound commercial decisions.
• Lead, coach and develop high-performing teams and foster accountability across the function.
• Provide direction and cross-functional collaboration by setting priorities and aligning teams to deliver objectives.

Conoscenze

Expansion leadership

Portfolio management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Team development

Descrizione del lavoro

As the Expansion Manager for H&M AUNZ, you will play a key role in driving sustainable growth across the Sales Market. You will shape and execute the expansion strategy, manage the store portfolio, and lead commercial, operational, and technical initiatives that create value for the business. Through strong collaboration and stakeholder management, you will empower teams to perform, deliver results, and support H&M's long-term success.This role covers but isn't limited to:

• Create and align the Sales Market Expansion and Portfolio Management strategy with the Brand Plan and long-term business objectives.
• Drive a customer-centric expansion strategy by identifying market opportunities through consumer demand, sales performance and catchment analysis.
• Drive sales productivity, profitability and cost control through strategic portfolio management and investment planning.
• Develop and manage the CAPEX portfolio, ensuring investment decisions support sustainable growth and long-term commercial objectives.
• Ensure all expansion, construction and facilities activities are delivered in line with company standards, governance requirements and sustainability goals.
• Review and approve projects, business cases and investment proposals to support effective commercial decision-making and risk management.
• Lead, coach and develop high-performing teams by providing the skills, clarity and support needed to achieve business goals, while fostering accountability across the function.
• Provide clear direction and drive cross-functional collaboration by setting priorities, empowering decision-making and aligning teams to deliver business objectives.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

Reporting to the General Manager of H&M AUNZ and leading an Expansion team of six, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of our store network by partnering across the business with teams including Legal, Finance, Leasing, Construction, Facilities, Retail Operations and senior leadership to deliver sustainable growth and exceptional customer experiences

WHO YOU ARE

You are communicative, socially confident and supportive in your leadership. You combine analytical and creative thinking with decisiveness, resilience and a strong drive for action and collaboration.

We are looking for people with…

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Expansion or a senior leadership role within a similar function
• Solid understanding of expansion strategy, leasing, construction and facilities management
• Proven experience leading and developing teams in complex, international environments
• Demonstrated success working in a matrix organisation with multiple stakeholders and seniority levels
• Proven ability to lead, inspire and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous growth
• Commercially astute and results-oriented, with strong financial acumen and the ability to translate insights into strategic business outcomes
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term vision, investment priorities and business objectives with immediate operational needs
• Exceptional planning, prioritisation and organisational capabilities, with a track record of leading complex initiatives and managing competing priorities

WHO WE ARE

H&M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make.

We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE

At H&M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe.

• We offer flexible working arrangements with the option to WFH 2 days a week. Subject to business needs
• You will receive 25% off H&M Group brands; H&M, COS, Monki, Weekdays, Arket, & Other Stories
• We are an inclusive company where you are encouraged to be yourself at work

JOIN US

Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are.

Take the next step in your career together with us. The journey starts here.