Retail Manager

Job description

Retail Manager About the Role We are looking for an experienced Retail Manager to lead and accelerate the growth of a dynamic business operating 22 specialized health & wellness stores, supported by a rapidly expanding e-commerce platform. This leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, sustainable sales growth, talent development, and best-in-class omnichannel customer experience. The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with strong commercial acumen, analytical rigor, and a proven track record leading high-performing multi-store retail operations.

What You Will Do

Develop and execute strategies to accelerate revenue growth, profitability, and operational efficiency. Own and drive key business metrics. Lead regional managers, store leadership teams, and commercial operations across the retail network. Identify and execute expansion opportunities, productivity initiatives, and continuous improvement programs. Ensure consistent execution of operational standards, visual merchandising, store layout excellence, and superior customer service.

Partner closely with Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, Human Resources, and Digital teams to deliver business objectives. Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, leadership, collaboration, and people development.

Who You Are

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline. MBA or postgraduate qualification preferred. 8+ years of successful leadership experience in multi-unit retail environments. Proven experience leading multi-store retail operations. Strong commercial and analytical mindset. Results-oriented leader with exceptional people management skills. Proven ability to drive performance across large-scale retail networks.

Strong financial acumen and expertise in commercial KPIs. Experience leading omnichannel and digital commerce strategies. Exceptional leadership skills with experience managing large, geographically distributed teams. English proficiency | B2+ level. What We Can Offer You Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive changes for society and the environment.

At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us Location Bogotá, Colombia Application End Date: 19 oct 2026 Job Requisition ID: Essity265548