JOIN OUR TEAM
As Head of Store Performance & Operations ,you will lead and oversee the performance and daily operations of our Stores and drive operational excellence. This high-impact role offers a steep development path in a StartUp-like setting. You will lead the Store Managers and work closely with our cross-functional teams to align processes, solve operational issues, and support the scalable growth of our Stores business.This position is unlimited and based in Munich or remote .
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- developing and implementing strategies that drive business growth, brand awareness, Store experience and operational excellence
- building, standardising and optimising all core Store processes
- leading, inspiring, and developing the Store Managers to enhance their capabilities and drive Store performance, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
- providing guidance, mentorship, and training to ensure the teams deliver exceptional customer experience and achieve their targets
- managing budgets and financial performance, analysing sales data and costs to optimize profitability
- developing and overseeing the day-to-day Store operations and ensuring compliance with all company policies and procedures
- supporting the planning and opening of new Stores, especially related to staffing, training and ensuring that new Stores transition smoothly into operations
- helping with sustainability initiatives and managing the maintenance of Store facilities
YOU COME WITH
- proven experience (5+ years in a leadership role) as Operations Manager or Area Manager or in a similar role within the premium / luxury retail industry (ideally home & living or fashion)
- strong leadership skills with a track record of successfully leading teams to achieve sales and operational excellence
- in-depth understanding of Store processes related to administration, training, people management, and logistics as well as experience with property management
- strong hands-on mentality and a high degree of team spirit andorganisationalskills, strategic thinker with a commercial mindset
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams
- strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on driving results
- flexibility to travel to various Store locations as required
- proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.
- excellent German and English skills (written and spoken)
WHY WESTWING
Aside from our awesome team and shared purpose we offer a variety of additional benefits. Come work with us and get :
- an inspiring, international, informal and nonpolitical environment for you to take ownership and grow your career
- a unique culture based on trust, support, and collaboration where we foster open communication with our biweekly Company All-Hands, feedback channels like Officevibe and regular Q&A sessions
- flexible working mode : roughly 60% remote, 40% in-office working policy
- up to 4 weeks temporary work-from-anywhere per year
- 30 days of paid vacation per year
- a beautiful, centrally located and dog-friendly office with free beverages, cafeteria with different lunch options, open spaces and sunny terrace
- 40% off Westwing Collection in our shop, 25% off all third-party brands, 10% family & friends voucher, Westwing Vouchers for special occasions
- regular and legendary company and team events like Movie Nights, Oktoberfest, Summer Parties, and more
- health and wellbeing offerings including sports membership, mental health support and coaching, vaccinations, skin checkups and more
- discounted green mobility options with public transport or JobRad
- company daycare “Westwing Wichtel” next to our HQ office and cooperation with Elly & Stoffl, a multilingual daycare with several locations in Munich
- subsidized company pension scheme
- “Social Impact Day” to use for doing good for environment and / or society