Head of Retail

Key Responsibilities:Strategy & Vision: Develop the overall offline retail strategy, including store format concepts, location strategy, customer journey mapping, and long-term financial modeling.End-to-End Execution: Lead the entire store launch process—from initial concept and real estate negotiation to construction, visual merchandising, grand opening, and ongoing operations.P&L Ownership: Take full responsibility for the Profit & Loss statement of the retail division. Drive sales, manage budgets, control operational costs, and maximize store profitability.Team Building & Leadership: Hire, train, and inspire the founding team of retail managers and associates. Foster a culture of excellence, customer obsession, and brand advocacy.Customer Experience: Design and implement a service philosophy and operational standards that deliver a seamless, engaging, and memorable brand experience for every customer.Vendor & Partner Management: Build and manage relationships with key partners, including landlords, architects, construction firms, and technology vendors.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Marketing, Product, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to ensure a cohesive brand strategy and operational excellence.Qualifications & Experience:8+ years of progressive experience in retail management, with a significant portion in a leadership role within a premium or lifestyle brand.Must have direct, verifiable experience in the end-to-end process of opening a new retail location.Must have full P&L responsibility experience for a store or multi-store region.Experience in consumer electronics, technology, or a related fast-paced consumer goods industry is highly preferred.Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.Fluency in English is required.