Our client is an international fashion retailer with a distinctive brand identity, a strong presence in premium retail environments, and an ambitious growth agenda in Japan. The company combines creative product design with commercially focused retail operations, delivering a memorable and consistently high-quality customer experience.
Employees are encouraged to take ownership, collaborate across functions, and bring energy and fresh thinking to a fast-paced environment. The culture values individuality, accountability, customer focus, and strong execution. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic global organization where retail leaders can make a visible impact on business performance, team development, and the continued growth of the brand in Japan.
As Area Manager, you will oversee retail operations across multiple stores in Japan, reporting to the Senior Retail Manager. You will take responsibility for store performance, profitability, operational standards, and the achievement of sales and inventory objectives.
You will lead and support store managers and sales teams, monitor monthly budgets and results, and provide management with clear performance updates and action plans. The role involves analyzing sales, costs, inventory, and commission data to identify opportunities and improve business outcomes.
Working closely with merchandising, marketing, visual merchandising, and management teams, you will execute promotions and special sales initiatives while ensuring consistent brand standards. You will also oversee staffing plans, training, performance management, incentive programs, stock takes, inventory transfers, and defective stock disposal in line with global audit requirements. Regular communication with store managers will be essential to resolving issues and strengthening customer service.
