Area Retail Manager, North America (1207)

Bang & Olufsen; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Area Retail Manager to drive growth in the North American market. This role involves expanding the retail network, supporting partners, and ensuring profitable operations. With a focus on luxury retail, you'll leverage your management skills to build sustainable stores and foster strong relationships. Expect a vibrant work environment with frequent travel and opportunities for professional growth. If you're passionate about high-end brands and retail excellence, this is the perfect opportunity to make an impact in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in retail multi-site management.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant business field.

Responsibilities

• Support retail partners and oversee company-owned stores.
• Execute the 3-year retail plan for North America.

Skills

Retail Management

Customer Service

Presentation Skills

Planning and Implementation

Communication

Team Spirit

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Pay Competitive

Location: New York/New York

Employment type: Full-Time

Job Description

• Req#: 1207

Are you a retailer who is driven by expanding a retail network and opening new stores? Do you want to be part of a rapidly growing retail team overseeing a key market for Bang & Olufsen?

As our new Area Retail Manager, your primary mission will be to support our retail partners and company-owned stores, as well as supporting the Head of Retail in finding new partners across North America.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute the 3-year retail plan for North America and track accordingly. This includes expanding our retail business by actively looking for new retail partners to open up Bang & Olufsen stores across North America.
• Work closely with our current retail partners to ensure that we build profitable and sustainable stores that have clear directions with business action plans in place.
• Work with forecasts and budget planning on a daily/weekly/monthly basis.
• Find and meet new potential partners.
• Have a passion for supporting our current partners; their success is ours!
• Enjoy travelling and a shifting daily program – there can be up to 40-50 days of travel annually.
• Take part in dealer meetings along with conducting training when needed.
• Participate in events and strategy meetings.
• Have a “business manager” mindset (Own your business).

What You Bring:

We are seeking a retailer with proven skills from a similar position. Someone with a background in luxury retail development – this could be from associated furniture, kitchen, or other premium goods brands.

Familiarity with high-end electronics and the Bang & Olufsen brand is a great plus.

Furthermore, you have:

• 3+ years experience in retail multi-site management.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant business field.
• Enjoy working in front of people; there will be presentations and other communication needed.
• Are gregarious, outgoing, and have the desire to give excellent service.
• Possess great team spirit and a helpful attitude.
• Can identify customer requirements, meet their needs, and maximize sales using all the resources available.
• Excellent planning and implementation skills.
• Can articulate yourself in English at a professional level, both linguistically and in writing.
• Familiarity with a PC and Microsoft 365 (Word, PPT, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Enjoy representing a high-end brand, high service level, and comfortable with smart dressing.

What We Offer:

The Area Retail Manager will be based at our North America headquarters in the heart of Tribeca, New York. There will be travelling involved and expect weeks where location and hours shift. We have a small but strong team in our New York office with most sales functions presented.

With approximately 1200 employees, Bang & Olufsen is an agile company that gives room for individual flexibility and decision-making. Our hierarchy is flat, and our communication is open and trustworthy. We believe in mutual respect and that constructive feedback makes us grow as professionals and as a company, and we have a genuine interest in learning from each other.

Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package.

Location: Struer, Denmark; Kongens Lyngby, Denmark.

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Travel: Approx. 20%.

How to Apply:

Submit your CV and application in English by pressing the ‘Apply’ button. Applications are assessed continuously, so please apply as soon as possible and no later than 30th June 2023.

If you want to know more about the position, you are welcome to contact our TA Specialist, Grant Stevens-Bulmer, at [e-mail]. Please do not send your CV and application to this e-mail directly as these will not be taken into consideration.

Read more about our recruitment process and explore your career opportunities within Bang & Olufsen here.

Bang & Olufsen has for more than 95 years developed luxury audio products that change moods and inspire minds. With offices in Denmark (headquartered in Struer) and the rest of the world, Bang & Olufsen is determined to create products that push the boundaries of audio technology. To this day, every product is still characterized by the unique combination of beautiful sound, timeless design, and unrivalled craftsmanship.

About the Company

Bang & Olufsen is a Danish high-end consumer electronics company that designs and manufactures audio products, television sets, and telephones.