Expansion Manager

H&M; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WFH 2 days per week

25% discount on H&M Group brands

Job summary

H&M is seeking an Expansion Manager for the Australia & New Zealand region to drive sustainable growth of our store network. You will shape and execute expansion, manage the portfolio, and lead commercial, operational, and technical initiatives that create value for the business.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will identify market opportunities, oversee CAPEX, and collaborate across Legal, Finance, Leasing, Construction and Retail Operations to deliver measurable results and exceptional

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Expansion or a senior leadership role.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Expansion strategy

Leasing

Construction

Facilities management

Team leadership

Job description

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.