Retail Area Manager

New Balance

. Own and ensure all stores within the area adhere to operational policies and best practices .

Posted 10/11/2026full-timeMunich • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong retail management capabilities with a focus on operational excellence, team leadership, and performance improvement. Proficient in driving sales targets, managing store operations, and executing strategic initiatives within the retail environment.

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Retail Management ExperienceSales Target AchievementPeople Management SkillsMS Excel ProficiencyOperational Excellence

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Hard Skills

Sales Target AchievementPerformance ManagementProject ManagementFinancial Loss ReportingAudit ExecutionRetail Software ProficiencyContinuous Improvement MindsetCash ManagementStocktake ManagementKPI Monitoring

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsCoaching AbilityAttention to DetailTeam-Player OrientationStrong Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Retail SoftwareMS Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid EU Driving License

Industry Keywords

Retail OperationsConsumer TrendsOperational PoliciesBest PracticesTeam Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and ensure all stores within the area adhere to operational policies and best practices
Conduct store visits and consistent on-site audits
Use store results to drive corrective action planning and continual improvements with Store Management
Support the Head of Retail with administrative tasks and performance-improvement projects
Drive team performance and create a working culture embracing New Balance values
Own in-store Operational Game Plan execution across assigned stores
Lead, guide, and inspire area teams through feedback, coaching, and celebrating success
Take responsibility for mystery shop action plans and report progress to the Head of Retail
Attend stocktakes, perform spot checks, and provide post-stocktake action-planning reports to the Retail Regional Manager
Drive sales, UPT, ATV, and conversion KPIs through commercial reports and store walkthroughs
Provide cash and loss-prevention support, including G4S collection reviews, petty cash management, float reviews, and financial-loss reporting
Monitor and manage controllable store costs, including stationery, back-of-house items, repairs, and maintenance
Assist the Head of Retail with profit-and-loss analysis and recommendations
Publish monthly audit results in the Retail Portal
Oversee store HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll, performance management, holiday tracking, training, and development
Travel within the UK/EMEA as required
Perform other duties as required while driving operational excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Please submit your CV/resume in English
Existing, valid driving license for the EU
Fluency in English with strong written and verbal communication skills
Additional languages advantageous
Proven retail management experience
Demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets/budgets
Proven people management and leadership skills
Experience in coaching, driving, and developing a team
Excellent attention to detail
Quality-focused with a continuous improvement mindset
Ability to organise and manage projects effectively
Proficiency with MS Excel and retail software
Commercial awareness of the retail market/consumer trends
Experience working in a stand-alone role; autonomous and comfortable being remotely managed
Flexible work schedule including weekends and holidays
Team-player orientation
Valid EU driving license

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates
Support for workplace adjustments and considerations when required