Head of Retail Expansion

Oner Active UK Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fitness brand is seeking a Retail Manager in London to spearhead their physical retail strategy and oversee new store launches. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in retail management, specifically opening stores in North America and the UK. If you are passionate about fitness and possess strong leadership skills, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

5% employer match salary sacrifice pension scheme

Free Evolve You subscription

Private Healthcare with Vitality

Monthly wellness allowance

Team workout classes

Healthy office snacks

Dog friendly office

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience leading retail teams and executing store openings at scale.
• Direct experience opening physical stores in both North America and the UK.
• Experience managing large-scale retail budgets.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the physical retail strategy from concept to execution.
• Oversee new store launches ensuring excellence.
• Source high-potential locations globally.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Project management

Leadership

Retail operations

Commercial acumen

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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Contract Type: Full Time, working 7.5 hours per day, 5 days per week

Location: Hybrid, working 3 days a week in our offices based in Old Street, London

About Us

Nothing is clearer to us than the belief that every woman should include strength training in her life to enhance both physical and mental well-being. It's about building strong bodies and even stronger minds, asserting their right to take up space in the gym, and allowing the spotlight to shine bright on their progress.

To us, strength training represents a determined, goal-oriented mindset and an unwavering work ethic. We don't wait for success; we create it through hard work and determination. When faced with challenges, we don't back down; instead, we break through barriers, recognising that true progress lies on the other side.

These are the pillars that form the foundation of Oner Active. We consistently challenge ourselves to create innovative and impactful products, so that you can perform better. With our range of products and innovative approach, we provide a wide variety of colours to ensure that all skin tones genuinely radiate in Oner.

Our Purpose and Mission

We are on a mission to unite and empower women to be the strongest version of themselves through strength training. We want to inspire women to take centre stage in the gym by promoting strength training, which underpins all movement and sport, as a healthy foundation in life.

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays and work from anywhere up to 4 weeks a year
• 5% employer match salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Free Evolve You subscription
• Private Healthcare with Vitality including optical and dental
• Monthly wellness allowance and team workout classes
• Start-up culture - the chance to learn and make a real impact
• Great employee events like our Summer party, Christmas party and team away days
• Healthy office snacks and fruit (plus a chocolate cupboard for a sweet treat for the balance)
• Dog friendly office

About You

You are a strategic and visionary retail leader with a passion for crafting premium customer experiences in the physical retail space. You bring global expertise, operational excellence, and a proven track record in launching high-impact stores. With a sharp eye for detail, strong commercial acumen, and a deep understanding of how to bring a brand to life in the real world, you thrive in fast-paced environments and love building exceptional teams.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Global Retail Expansion: Spearhead Oner Active’s physical retail strategy, from concept to execution, with a focus on scalability and brand impact.
• Store Launch Execution: Oversee the end-to-end process of launching new stores, from initial planning through to grand opening, ensuring excellence at every stage.
• Location Strategy: Source high-potential locations globally (with a focus on the UK and North America), leveraging strong relationships with trusted real estate partners.
• Project Management: Lead external agencies and contractors including architects and build teams, managing timelines, budgets, and execution with precision.
• Retail Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and inspire in-store teams, ensuring they deliver exceptional customer experiences and achieve sales targets.
• Sales & Performance: Set KPIs, monitor performance, and continuously optimise operations to drive profitability and elevate the in-store customer journey.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with brand, operations, and product teams to ensure each store reflects Oner Active’s identity and community values.

You’ll need to have:

• A minimum of 10 years of experience leading retail teams and executing store openings at scale.
• Direct experience opening physical stores in both North America and the UK.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale retail budgets and staying on time and under cost.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to align cross-functional stakeholders and external partners.
• A network of trusted real estate agents, contractors, and premium design firms.
• Expertise across all areas of retail operations, including staffing, inventory, merchandising, and customer experience.
• High proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for strategic planning and reporting.
• A sharp strategic mind with the ability to align retail initiatives with broader business goals.

Nice to have’s:

• A genuine passion for fitness or active living, with a deep understanding of the performance-driven consumer.
• A flair for premium brand expression and sensitivity to visual storytelling and in-store design.
• A strong point of view on leading retail concepts and immersive in-store experiences.
• An interest in cultural and design trends beyond retail—drawing inspiration from art, architecture, and global fashion hubs like Paris, Milan, New York, and London.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Oner Active it’s about embracing diversity and empowering every individual to reach their full potential. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to thrive.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has equal access to opportunities during the recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support, we encourage you to reach out to our Recruitment team — we’re here to support you every step of the way.