Abteilungsleiterin im Einzelhandel / Filialleiterin (m/w/d)

Abteilungsleiterin im Einzelhandel / Filialleiterin (m/w/d)

Join us to apply for the Abteilungsleiterin im Einzelhandel / Filialleiterin (m/w/d) role at Heinrich Glaeser Nachf. GmbH.

We are an international, medium-sized company group with over 130 years of tradition in retail and textile manufacturing. Innovation and sustainability are core to our success story. At our numerous locations in Germany, over 500 employees focus daily on quality and passion.

Our specialty store in Ulm offers everything related to fabrics, home textiles, sewing and embroidery machines, textiles crafts, foam, as well as sewing courses and workshops. We are looking for a dedicated successor for our branch management who will be retiring soon. Whether part-time or full-time — what matters most to us is sharing your passion!

Responsibilities

• Starting as Deputy Branch Manager with the plan to take over as Branch Manager in 2026
• Potential development to co-manage three additional branches
• Leading and motivating our team in Ulm (approx. 20 employees), managing sales, organization, product presentation, and procurement
• Supporting the branch management in daily operations and representing the branch independently in their absence
• Developing and implementing creative strategies to boost sales
• Managing and developing key accounts and clubs

Profile

• Completed commercial training or equivalent
• Experience in retail, ideally in fabrics, home textiles, sewing and embroidery machines
• Enthusiasm and passion for fabrics, sewing, and creative textile projects
• Solid knowledge and enthusiasm in sales (direct customer contact) and procurement
• English language skills are a plus
• Leadership qualities, strong communication skills, and organizational talent

What we offer

• A long-term perspective in an environment sharing your passion for fabrics, sewing, and home textiles, with opportunities for responsibility and growth
• Flexible working hours with a flexitime model to promote work-life balance
• An attractive salary package: fair, performance-based compensation, holiday, and Christmas bonuses based on tenure
• Jobrad (company bike)
• Employee discount and “Friends-Coupons” for the GLAESER group’s end consumer range
• Glaeser TEAMCARD: monthly allowance for fuel, shopping, and discounts with partners
• Corporate Benefits: employee discount program
• Company pension scheme: employer contribution and asset-building benefits
• Free fruit for employees

Important note

Please note that a valid work permit for Germany is required for non-EU citizens. Applications without a valid work permit and sufficient German language skills may not be considered.