Head of Retail Expansion

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Role: Head of Retail Expansion

Contract Type: Full Time, working 37.5 hours per day, 5 days per week

Location: Hybrid, working 3 days a week in our offices based in Old Street, London

About Us

Nothing is clearer to us than the belief that every woman should include strength training in her life to enhance both physical and mental well-being. It's about building strong bodies and even stronger minds, asserting their right to take up space in the gym, and allowing the spotlight to shine bright on their progress.

To us, strength training represents a determined, goal-oriented mindset and an unwavering work ethic. We don't wait for success; we create it through hard work and determination. When faced with challenges, we don't back down; instead, we break through barriers, recognising that true progress lies on the other side.

These are the pillars that form the foundation of Oner Active. We consistently challenge ourselves to create innovative and impactful products, so that you can perform better. With our range of products and innovative approach, we provide a wide variety of colours to ensure that all skin tones genuinely radiate in Oner.

Our Purpose and Mission

We are on a mission to unite and empower women to be the strongest version of themselves through strength training. We want to inspire women to take centre stage in the gym by promoting strength training, which underpins all movement and sport, as a healthy foundation in life.

Our Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays and work from anywhere up to 4 weeks a year
5% employer match salary sacrifice pension scheme
Generous Oner Active discount plus regular office sample sales
Free Evolve You subscription
Private Healthcare with Vitality including optical and dental
Monthly wellness allowance and team workout classes
Start-up culture - the chance to learn and make a real impact
Great employee events like our Summer party, Christmas party and team away days
Healthy office snacks and fruit (plus a chocolate cupboard for a sweet treat for the balance)
Dog friendly office

About You

You are a strategic and visionary retail leader with a passion for crafting premium customer experiences in the physical retail space. You bring global expertise, operational excellence, and a proven track record in launching high-impact stores. With a sharp eye for detail, strong commercial acumen, and a deep understanding of how to bring a brand to life in the real world, you thrive in fast-paced environments and love building exceptional teams.

You'll be responsible for:

Global Retail Expansion: Spearhead Oner Active's physical retail strategy, from concept to execution, with a focus on scalability and brand impact
Store Launch Execution: Oversee the end-to-end process of launching new stores, from initial planning through to grand opening, ensuring excellence at every stage
Location Strategy: Source high-potential locations globally (with a focus on the UK and North America), leveraging strong relationships with trusted real estate partners
Project Management: Lead external agencies and contractors including architects and build teams, managing timelines, budgets, and execution with precision
Retail Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and inspire in-store teams, ensuring they deliver exceptional customer experiences and achieve sales targets
Sales & Performance: Set KPIs, monitor performance, and continuously optimise operations to drive profitability and elevate the in-store customer journey
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with brand, operations, and product teams to ensure each store reflects Oner Active's identity and community values

You'll need to have:

A minimum of 10 years of experience leading retail teams and executing store openings at scale
Direct experience opening physical stores in both North America and the UK.
Demonstrated success managing large-scale retail budgets and staying on time and under cost
Strong project management skills and the ability to align cross-functional stakeholders and external partners
A network of trusted real estate agents, contractors, and premium design firms.
Expertise across all areas of retail operations, including staffing, inventory, merchandising, and customer experience
High proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for strategic planning and reporting
A sharp strategic mind with the ability to align retail initiatives with broader business goals

Nice to have's:

A genuine passion for fitness or active living, with a deep understanding of the performance-driven consumer
A flair for premium brand expression and sensitivity to visual storytelling and in-store design
A strong point of view on leading retail concepts and immersive in-store experiences
An interest in cultural and design trends beyond retail—drawing inspiration from art, architecture, and global fashion hubs like Paris, Milan, New York, and London

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Oner Active it's about embracing diversity and empowering every individual to reach their full potential. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to thrive.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has equal access to opportunities during the recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support, we encourage you to reach out to our Recruitment team — we're here to support you every step of the way.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Executive

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time