COO for a retail company

CIP Global Executive Search; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a skilled COO for a retail company in Stockholm. The ideal candidate will have significant leadership experience and a proven record in building scalable processes. You will drive both strategic directions and operational execution, ensuring alignment with the company's culture and goals. This role requires exceptional analytical skills and experience in managing rapid growth within retail environments. The company aims for international expansion and you will shape the operational strategy to support this vision.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in operational roles within retail.
• Focus on building and scaling operational processes.
• Ability to drive strategic direction and operational execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive operational strategies.
• Design scalable processes to ensure effective operations.
• Monitor operational performance metrics for continuous improvement.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Analytical skills

Operational excellence

Job description

2026-02-09

CIP Global Executive Search has been assigned to recruit a COO for a retail company.

Note: This is a confidential recruitment, which means that the information below has been slimmed down. All candidates that are being interviewed will get to take part of the full job description after signing an NDA.

Job Description

The company is seeking an analytical COO with proven leadership experience and a background in building and scaling operational processes from the ground up. This role will drive both strategic direction and operational execution, focusing on future growth and distribution.

The COO will shape and implement the operational strategy, ensuring that processes are optimized for scalability while upholding the company’s culture, quality standards, and core values.

Operating across diverse markets, the company delivers solutions that make a significant impact and foster growth in several markets.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive operational strategies to support business growth and international expansion.
• Design and refine scalable processes and systems to ensure efficient and effective operations.
• Monitor and optimize operational performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Oversee the management and development of operational teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Ensure that all operational practices align with the company's culture, quality standards, and core values.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align operational strategies with broader business objectives and market demands.
• Navigate and manage the complexities of international operations, ensuring compliance and consistency across global markets.

Personal profile

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a passion for operational excellence and a strong background in leading high-growth environments. You possess exceptional analytical skills and a proven ability to build and scale processes that drive business success. Your leadership style emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and a commitment to upholding a strong cultural and value-based framework. With experience in fast-paced retail settings, you are adept at managing the challenges of rapid expansion while maintaining a clear focus on long-term goals.