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Chief Operating Officer (Retail Platform)

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Chief Operating Officer (Retail Platform)
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Southampton, England, United Kingdom
Classification symbol Retail
Classification symbol Management and Strategy
Skilled Worker
Job posted on April 7, 2026
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Job Description:
  • Build a Retail Platform from the Ground Up
  • CEO-Level Impact with Full P&L Ownership

About Our Client

The hiring organisation is a well-established entity within the retail industry, known for its broad market presence and commitment to delivering quality products and services. With a significant footprint and a reputation for operational excellence, the company offers a stable yet progressive working environment.

Job Description

  • Lead end-to-end pre-opening and launch execution of a large-scale, multi-brand retail platform, ensuring full operational readiness across all brands
  • Drive total retail operations performance, including sales productivity, store profitability, and standardized operating excellence across the network
  • Own full multi-brand P&L, managing financial performance, portfolio optimization, and category strategy at scale
  • Define and execute commercial growth strategy, including traffic generation, conversion optimization, and mall-wide campaigns
  • Oversee supply chain and inventory management, ensuring efficiency across logistics, importation, and working capital optimization
  • Build and lead a high-performance organization, including team structuring, talent development, and a strong performance-driven culture

The Successful Applicant

A successful Chief Operating Officer - Retail should have:
  • A strong background in operations management within the retail industry.
  • Proven leadership capabilities, with experience managing large teams or multi-site operations.
  • Solid understanding of financial management and budgeting in a retail environment.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of supply chain and inventory management processes.
  • A results-oriented approach with a focus on achieving organisational goals.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging
  • Expat benefits and allowances, making it an attractive package for international candidates.
  • Permanent position with opportunities for career growth and professional development.
  • A chance to work in a prominent role within the thriving retail industry.
  • Supportive and forward-thinking company culture.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned Chief Operating Officer - Retail to make a significant impact in the retail industry. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply now!

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Quote job ref: JN-042026-6989016
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