We are looking for a Retail Project Manager to drive the new store opening process for our partners-led Retail stores globally. In this role, you will elevate the new store opening process by leading new store openings project management and driving seamless execution. You will play a key role in ensuring smooth store launches while fostering strong collaboration with cross-functional teams

Your Mission

• Drive project management for new retail store openings worldwide, ensuring seamless collaboration across internal cross-functional teams (e.g., Visual Merchandising, Marketing, Construction and Regions) and external distributor partners to deliver successful store launches
• Ensure all elements of store readiness are executed to deliver a premium customer experience from day one on (e.g. training, merchandising, operational setup...)
• Act as the single point of contact for the global retail team and senior leadership throughout the new store opening process for partner-led stores
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including timelines, risk assessments, and contingency plans to ensure transparency and accountability across all stakeholders
• Gather, organize and share project learnings with project stakeholders
• Participate in site analysis and support the development of comprehensive project briefs

Your story

• You have 5+ years of relevant work experience in a similar role working with distributor partners, previous experience in premium retail and/ or the sports industry is a plus.You have strong experience in project management from start to finish coordinating cross-functional teams
• You have an entrepreneurial growth mindset, eager to challenge the status quo with an appetite for relentless improvement
• You have a deep understanding of Retail and Operational Excellence and can effectively advocate for it across diverse stakeholder groups
• You are curious to work globally across different cultures
• You have excellent communication and collaboration skills and are thriving in a dynamic and complex environment with the ability to work autonomously
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Join one of the world’s fastest-growing sportswear brands and help shape the future of On’s retail presence. We’re not just opening stores — we’re redefining the retail experience. If you’re passionate about Retail Strategy, motivated by impact, and thrive on turning insights into strategic action, this is your opportunity to drive meaningful growth in a global environment

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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

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