Jobomschrijving

The client is a well-established and fast-growing women's fashion brand, known for their elegant, contemporary style and their commitment to sustainability and quality. With a strong presence across multiple locations and a loyal customer base, they place people, passion, and innovation at the heart of everything they do. Their boutiques offer a welcoming, trend-driven environment that reflects their belief in empowering women through fashion.

As District Manager, you will oversee a network of stores within a defined region. Your mission is to drive sales performance, ensure an exceptional customer experience, and maintain a strong brand image across your area. You will be a key player in developing store teams, optimizing operations, and acting as a true ambassador of the brand.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales & Operational Excellence

• Drive commercial performance and exceed sales targets (revenue, UPT, conversion rate, etc.).
• Analyse KPIs and implement action plans to improve results across all locations.
• Ensure successful execution of commercial strategies, seasonal campaigns, and in-store operations.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, support, and motivate Store Managers and their teams.
• Identify training needs and ensure continuous development of store staff.
• Participate in recruitment and onboarding of new employees.

Customer Experience & Brand Standards

• Ensure consistent delivery of exceptional customer service across all stores.
• Monitor visual merchandising and store presentation in line with brand guidelines.
• Promote brand values and ensure a premium, fashion-forward experience.

Regional Coordination

• Schedule regular store visits and provide hands-on leadership in the field.
• Act as the liaison between head office departments (HR, marketing, logistics…) and the store network.
• Guarantee compliance with internal procedures (inventory, cash handling, security, etc.).

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a multi-site management role within retail (preferably in fashion or lifestyle).
• Strong leadership, communication, and coaching abilities.
• Genuine passion for fashion and brand storytelling.
• Comfortable in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Flexible with regular travel within the region.
• Strong commercial acumen and a results-driven mindset.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and coach teams.
• Passion for fashion and a good eye for trends and product presentation.
• Organized, autonomous, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in Dutch, French and English.