Store Manager | English C1 + Dutch B2

Zaandam, reference 2024-01330

Job description

Our client is looking for a dynamic and organized individual to manage their first pilot store, approximately 2700 sqm in size, in Zaandam, Netherlands. As the Store Manager, you will be the central coordinator for this project.
Your role will be diverse and engaging, involving the initial setup of the store, supporting the recruitment and supervision of around 8 employees, ensuring excellent customer service, and optimizing logistics processes.
You will need to plan and prioritize activities to enhance the store’s efficiency and surpass the goals set by our client, ensuring customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include maintaining product availability, ensuring proper stock, displaying accurate prices, and training staff.
In addition to managing the sales floor, you will uphold and execute our client's brand and values. This involves recruiting, training, developing, and motivating your team to ensure customer needs are met effectively.
Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor progress, address issues, and implement solutions to keep the store opening on track.
• Recruit, train, and supervise staff, fostering a collaborative work environment. Assign tasks and ensure efficient operations.
• Maintain high customer service standards, manage inquiries and complaints, and train staff on best practices.
• Oversee inventory management, implement control processes, and coordinate deliveries.
• Develop and refine SOPs, improve efficiency, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Liaise between the store and HQ, reporting performance and challenges, and ensure effective internal communication.
• Manage the budget, analyze financial reports, and implement cost-control measures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship & Retail Management, or a related field preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in retail management or a similar role.
• Proven project management experience in retail, ideally with new store setups.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent customer service understanding.
• Ability to develop and implement processes.
• Availability for weekends, holidays, and extended hours as needed.
• Although English is the company's internal language, fluency in Dutch is essential for this role to effectively handle all types of escalations.

Working conditions

• Opportunity for growth in a rapidly expanding company.
• Performance-Based Bonus: Generous bonus structure for meeting or exceeding targets.
• Company car.

Work location

Zaandam

Company description

Our client is a rapidly growing e-commerce company that has been doubling its numbers annually since its founding in 2013. They operate over 30 online stores and have six international offices, catering to a vast audience with 120 million unique visitors each year. Known for their bold and innovative approach, they embrace challenges and take risks to achieve continuous success. Their team-oriented culture values personal growth and offers opportunities for professional development. Investing in their employees, they encourage seizing every opportunity for advancement.

Good to know

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Recruiter contact

Rama Shehata, Eindhoven
[email protected]
+31(0)6-18093399