Mode Search is currently partnered with a globally recognised footwear and lifestyle brand with a strong heritage and an established retail footprint across Europe. Known for its distinctive identity and values‑led culture.

As part of this journey, they are looking to appoint a Retail Regional Manager to lead and develop their store portfolio across South Germany and Austria.

This is a highly visible, field‑based leadership role, responsible for driving commercial performance, operational excellence and people development across a multi‑site retail region. You will report directly to the EMEA Retail Director.

Key Responsibilities

Drive operational excellence, ensuring brand standards, compliance and retail best practice across all locations
Oversee full‑price stores and outlet locations across South Germany and Austria
Lead, coach and develop Store Managers, embedding a high‑performance culture aligned with brand values
Own regional commercial performance including P&L, payroll, budgets and stock control
Act as a strategic partner to Store Managers, supporting trading, forecasting and customer experience improvement
Champion succession planning, talent development and engagement across the region
Collaborate closely with Head Office teams across marketing, VM, merchandising, finance and supply chain
Act as the key communication link between stores and the EMEA leadership team, sharing insight, performance updates and feedback
Support new store initiatives, local activations and continuous improvement projects across the region

Requirements

Proven experience in regional or country retail management, overseeing 10+ stores over a sustained period
Background within commercial fashion, lifestyle or apparel brands
Strong commercial acumen with hands‑on experience managing turnover, profitability and store performance
Confident people leader with a track record of developing Store Managers and building high‑performing teams
Comfortable operating in a field‑based role, with flexibility to travel weekly across South Germany and Austria
Analytical and strategic mindset, with the ability to translate data into clear actions
Strong communicator, able to influence at all levels and operate effectively within a matrix organisation
Bonus: 25% performance‑based bonus (paid annually in April)
Travel: All car and plane travel fully expensed (no car allowance)
Working pattern: Tuesday–Friday field‑based in stores, Monday remote (home or store office)

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MODE SEARCH Ltd.