Support the development of the fastest-growing global sports brand in scaling our retail footprint to new heights. Are you a strategic thinker with the operational rigor to turn a high-level vision into reality? Do you thrive at the intersection of retail operations, cross-functional alignment, and commercial execution?

Your Mission

• Drive the global Distributor-led (DMS) store strategy based on the Global Retail strategy forward, acting as the central engine from high-level strategic planning to physical, in-store execution
• Partner closely with Global and Regional Retail teams to design and implement scalable operating frameworks that align distributor market operations with our core brand principles
• Seamlessly create and adapt DTC Retail playbooks for distributor-led stores. You will drive cross-market alignment, fostering a culture of shared learnings and best practices across global partners
• Standardize global KPIs and reporting. You will consolidate market insights and distributor performance trends into actionable data for global stakeholders, driving informed decision-making on local, regional and global level
• Take proactive ownership of global retail standards, helping regional teams identify and quickly resolve in-store execution and operational gaps in alignment with cross-functional partners

Your story

• You bring 6+ years of professional experience in retail operations, distributor-led (DMS) retail, franchise management, or partner-led business models within a global consumer brand
• You are highly skilled in project management with a proven track record of designing scalable retail playbooks, operational frameworks, and standardized SOPs that external partners can seamlessly adopt
• You possess exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills. You can easily collaborate with, influence, and build trust among cross-functional teams, regional leads, and external distributors to drive compliance without relying on formal authority
• You combine a highly structured, analytical mindset with a hands-on approach. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity and are just as passionate about resolving in-store execution gaps as you are about designing long-term market expansion strategies
• Your home base will be Zurich. You are fully proficient in English, both written and spoken, with the ability to build strong relationships across diverse cultures

Our Retail team is at the forefront of bringing our brand to life in the physical world. We are a fast-paced, highly collaborative group of creators, strategists, and operators dedicated to delivering premium consumer experiences. As we rapidly scale our global footprint, the Distributor-led (DMS) team plays a critical role in unlocking new markets and ensuring our brand standards are uncompromising, no matter where in the world our consumers find us. We believe in high autonomy, relentless innovation, and succeeding together

Just by the banks of the Limmat you’ll find our largest global hub in Zürich West – On Labs – where you can hike up 12 floors through our custom-built spiral trail

What we offer

• On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose
• On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination
• Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things

Ready to dig into the details?This second interview will be held with your future manager and will focus on the specifics of the job. Together you’ll delve into your unique skills and experiences and how they could be relevant at On. It's also a time to assess how you might feel working side-by-side. Bring any questions you have about the job, the team or anything else you might like to know – this is an open forum

Are we a good fit?We’ll get together internally to share our feedback and decide if we’re a match. We know that job searching is a big time investment, so it’s not a decision we take lightly. It’s also time for you to reflect on the experience – are we the right place for you?No matter the outcome, we’ll give you meaningful feedback

You'll start by submitting your application to a specific role