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Operations & Visual Manager - 9 Streets

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Alo Yoga

10d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Facilities Management
  • Amsterdam
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need retail leadership experience, MS Office skills, strong communication, agility in tasks, a business mindset, independence, time management, and alignment with Alo's values.
  • You will oversee operations and visual processes, manage inventory accuracy, support budget planning, lead the team, ensure safety, and collaborate on business goals for optimal performance.

Requirements

  • Prior leadership experience in retail or related industry
  • Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
  • Extraordinary interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Agile with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a changing environment
  • Highly Motivated by driving business in a fast-paced, innovative environment
  • Business owner mindset with an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Independent work ethic, time management skills, and personal accountability
  • Aligns with and embodies Alo's values
  • Proof of right to live and work in the Netherlands from the start of employment

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and support execution of key operational and visual processes
  • Investigate and root cause inventory accuracy issues, partnering with the General Manager to escalate process or system gaps
  • Champion strong visual standards for the salesfloor by leveraging business performance data
  • Support sell-through management by ensuring accuracy of inventory counts and coordinates labor hours to efficiently receive product deliveries
  • Support a safe work environment and efficient operation
  • Represent the business in meetings and on conference calls, in partnership with General Manager
  • Review, Monitor and partner with General Manager to manage the budget, reporting and other business data; including metrics (e.g. Expenses, Sell-Thru) and inform planning processes (e.g., quarterly business review and sales planning)
  • Future planning workflow business needs to protect optimal performance
  • Ensure that the Operations and Visual team exudes Alo's mission and guiding principles to effectively communicate to our visitors who we are, what we do and why we do what we do
  • Leads a team through accountability, continuous coaching on a regular basis, development of talent, and elevating effective communication throughout the Operations and Visual team
  • Establish internal & external pipeline through succession planning and recruitment strategy
  • Writes an effective schedule that prioritizes the best business strategy, in partnership with the General Manager
  • Oversees the execution of certain deliverables on the Alo Sales and Service Model, protecting operational efficiency
  • Collaborates and implement General/Store Manager's vision and work cross-functionally with business partners, as directed, to support all-level organizational goals
  • Demonstrate an ability to navigate the organization with a balance of business need and brand culture

FAQs

What is the role of the Operations & Visual Manager at Alo?

The Operations & Visual Manager is responsible for executing Alo's operational and visual strategy in the store, focusing on inventory management, labor planning, scheduling, and visual execution to ensure the store is customer-ready at all times.

What are the key responsibilities of this position?

Key responsibilities include overseeing operational and visual processes, investigating inventory accuracy issues, championing visual standards, managing budget metrics, developing team capabilities, and collaborating with management for strategic business goals.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have prior leadership experience in retail or a related industry, a working knowledge of MS Office, strong communication skills, the ability to multitask in a changing environment, and align with Alo's values.

What is the expected work schedule for this role?

The Operations & Visual Manager role is a full-time position with a 38-hour workweek (5 days), and employees are expected to be available for opening, closing, and weekend shifts to support the business needs.

Is there an emphasis on team development in this position?

Yes, the role requires leading a team through accountability, coaching, talent development, and effective communication while establishing a succession planning and recruitment strategy.

What skills are important for success in this role?

Important skills include extraordinary interpersonal and communication abilities, a business owner mindset with an entrepreneurial spirit, independent work ethic, time management skills, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Do I need to provide proof of eligibility to work in the Netherlands?

Yes, candidates must provide proof of their right to live and work in the Netherlands from the start of employment.

Will I be involved in business planning and budget management?

Yes, the Operations & Visual Manager will partner with the General Manager to manage budgets, monitor business metrics, and inform planning processes to protect optimal performance.

Spreading mindful movement, inspiring wellness and creating community. These goals inspire everything we do at Alo.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
501-1000
Employees
2007
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are Alo. We inspire mindful movement, wellness, and taking the consciousness of physical practice and meditation into the world - this is the real studio to street. We make technologically advanced activewear, scientifically forward, clean beauty & wellness solutions, and igniting movement & mindfulness content to bring more mind-body wellness to the world. Alo stands for Air, Land, Ocean. Behind everything we do is the intention to protect and respect our planet's resources with solar power and sweatshop-free, eco-aware production, our non profit has brought yoga and mindfulness to millions. Alo is a feeling. We see a tomorrow where the pursuit of happiness starts with one intentional breath, where health is wealth and where joining together to lift each other up changes the vibration of the world.