Expansion Manager

Expansion ManagerFull-timeJob DescriptionWHAT YOU’LL DO​​As the Expansion Manager for H&M AUNZ, you will play a key role in driving sustainable growth across the Sales Market. You will shape and execute the expansion strategy, manage the store portfolio, and lead commercial, operational, and technical initiatives that create value for the business. Through strong collaboration and stakeholder management, you will empower teams to perform, deliver results, and support H&M's long-term success.This role covers but isn't limited to:Create and align the Sales Market Expansion and Portfolio Management strategy with the Brand Plan and long-term business objectives.Drive a customer-centric expansion strategy by identifying market opportunities through consumer demand, sales performance and catchment analysis.Drive sales productivity, profitability and cost control through strategic portfolio management and investment planning.Develop and manage the CAPEX portfolio, ensuring investment decisions support sustainable growth and long-term commercial objectives.Ensure all expansion, construction and facilities activities are delivered in line with company standards, governance requirements and sustainability goals.Review and approve projects, business cases and investment proposals to support effective commercial decision-making and risk management.Lead, coach and develop high-performing teams by providing the skills, clarity and support needed to achieve business goals, while fostering accountability across the function.Provide clear direction and drive cross-functional collaboration by setting priorities, empowering decision-making and aligning teams to deliver business objectives.WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH​​Reporting to the General Manager of H&M AUNZ and leading an Expansion team of six, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of our store network by partnering across the business with teams including Legal, Finance, Leasing, Construction, Facilities, Retail Operations and senior leadership to deliver sustainable growth and exceptional customer experiences​WHO YOU ARE​​You are communicative, socially confident and supportive in your leadership. You combine analytical and creative thinking with decisiveness, resilience and a strong drive for action and collaboration.We are looking for people with…Minimum 5 years' experience in Expansion or a senior leadership role within a similar functionSolid understanding of expansion strategy, leasing, construction and facilities managementProven experience leading and developing teams in complex, international environmentsDemonstrated success working in a matrix organisation with multiple stakeholders and seniority levelsProven ability to lead, inspire and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous growthCommercially astute and results-oriented, with strong financial acumen and the ability to translate insights into strategic business outcomesStrategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term vision, investment priorities and business objectives with immediate operational needsExceptional planning, prioritisation and organisational capabilities, with a track record of leading complex initiatives and managing competing prioritiesWHO WE ARE​​H&M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make.​ ​We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. ​ ​WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE​​At H&M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. ​​We offer flexible working arrangements with the option to WFH 2 days a week. Subject to business needsYou will receive 25% off H&M Group brands; H&M, COS, Monki, Weekdays, Arket, & Other StoriesWe are an inclusive company where you are encouraged to be yourself at workJOIN US​​Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are.​​Take the next step in your career together with us. The journey starts here.​​​​\*We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and based on competency. We therefore kindly ask you to not attach a cover letter in your application.​​By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy applyJob LocationGoogle Maps requires functional cookies to be enabledI'm interestedI'm interestedPrivacy Notice