Assistant Store Manager (mfx)

VF Corp.; København; On-site; DKK 338,000 - 422,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Pension scheme

Staff discounts (50%)

Job summary

The North Face in Copenhagen is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager, drive sales, coach the team and uphold brand standards in-store.

You will lead front-line operations, manage opening and closing, ensure customer experience, and report KPIs while aligning with VF's values.

This full-time role offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, pension and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in opening and closing a store, leading from the front to maximise sales.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in Danish and English.
• Proficient in MS Office and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Driving sales and profitability in synergy with your Store Manager.
• Motivating, mentoring, and coaching sales associates.
• Assist Store Manager in implementing retail processes and improvements.
• Oversee inventory and P&L procedures.
• Report KPIs and help improve store results.
• Ensure store visual merchandising aligns with brand guidelines.

Skills

Store leadership

Bilingual Danish/English

MS Office & POS

Tools

MS Office

POS systems

Job description

Assistant Store Manager (mfx) Copenhagen

Do you want to join one of our exceptional management teams and help drive consumer experience in one of our stores? We're looking for a passionate Assistant Store Manager to join our The North Face team based in Copenhagen. As an Assistant Store Manager your input will be vital in supporting your Store Manager, helping contribute to the success of your store.

About The North Face

The North Face is part of the VF family. VF is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish through our family of iconic brands. At the heart of our journey lies our purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It's the reason we come to work every day. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. The North Face is the premier exploration company in the world. We spark curiosity. We dare to disrupt. We create communities. And we lead with integrity. We are a community of explorers and are constantly looking for new ideas, places and people to connect with.

Let’s talk about the role!

We believe that our Assistant Store Managers have a great opportunity to develop their full potential with us. That's because we offer the support of a global organisation but empower our people to take responsibility at store level.

How you'll make a difference

• Driving sales and profitability in synergy with your Store Manager
• Motivating, mentoring, and coaching sales associates
• Assisting your Store Manager in implementing our established retail processes whilst looking for ways to improve them
• Staying on top of core retail operational procedures such as inventory, P&L etc
• Reporting performance metrics and demonstrate your understanding of KPIs to improve your store results
• Making sure your store looks great, in line with the brand’s visual merchandising guidelines
• Providing cover in the store manager’s absence

What makes you the perfect Assistant Store Manager?

You love interacting with customers. You set a great example for the rest of the team with your hands‑on mentality, enthusiasm, and passion for delivering a fantastic customer experience. You are not afraid to take the initiative where your Store Manager is absent. That's the sign of a great Assistant Store Manager! You know how to play a part in creating a great team who share your passion and vision to make every shopping experience outstanding. You take pride in mentoring employees, seeing them grow and having fun too!

Required experience and skills

• Experience in opening and closing a store, helping to lead and motivate a team and leading from the front to maximise sales and boost productivity
• Excellent written and verbal communication in both Danish and English
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and different POS systems

Guiding Principles

Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Persevere.

What’s in it for you?

We offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical, and financial well‑being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we're the total package. Most companies say they offer a competitive salary, an amazing bonus and pension scheme and staff discounts (btw we offer 50%!). And we offer the same. Only different.

Benefits

• Career ownership, enabling you to build your knowledge and experience across different brands
• A supportive feedback‑based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
• Tailored training. From an induction to ongoing online and face‑to‑face training sessions, we are committed to helping you grow, both professionally and personally

Free to Be

We strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike.

Equal Opportunity Statement

VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world.VF is an equal employment opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor. VF is committed to meeting the diverse needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner that is consistent with the principles of independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity, and will do so by striving to identify, prevent and remove barriers to accessibility wherever possible as well as by meeting the accessibility requirements under the ADA, AODA, and other applicable state, local or provincial regulations. VF is committed to digital accessibility, and to conforming to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA and complying with the ADA and AODA Standards for Accessible Design, and other applicable regulations.

If you need an accommodation or have any questions regarding this statement, please send your request to [e-mail].

Hiring Range: kr337,920.00 DKK - kr422,400.00 DKK annually

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

With 40 years in the outdoor industry, The North Face® is the premier supplier of authentic, innovative and technologically advanced exploration apparel, footwear, equipment and accessories. We look for employees who help us stay on the cutting edge with their creativity and innovation. If this sounds like you, take a look through our open opportunities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.