Retail Operations - Senior Manager
Gymshark
| Company | Gymshark |
| Category | Retail |
| Location | New York |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
OVERVIEW:
This role drives the execution of the Retail Operations strategy by ensuring stores are equipped with scalable processes, capabilities, and systems that deliver operational excellence, and best‑in‑class performance and customer experience.
Core Responsibilities:
Own end-to-end retail operations, driving improvement across inventory accuracy, logistics, shrink, labor planning, payroll, compliance, risk, property, and retail technology (POS, apps, endless aisle).
Define and scale SOPs/BSPs, operational frameworks, reporting, training, and communication rhythms to ensure consistent execution.
Act as the primary operational partner to stores, prioritizing field needs and customer experience.
Lead vendor and supplier management to ensure quality, performance, and cost efficiency.
Champion operational excellence, efficiency, and profitability through data-driven decision-making.
Serve as a senior cross-functional partner and retail consultant across the business.
New Store Openings (NSO)
Lead and govern the full NSO lifecycle, ensuring consistency, budget control, and alignment with global standards.
Translate BAU operations into scalable NSO playbooks, tools, and multi-format frameworks.
Oversee NSO execution including store setup, inventory, systems, visual merchandising, compliance, vendor coordination, and readiness.
Partner with Retail Training to deliver onboarding, soft openings, and operational handover.
Leadership & Accountability
Lead and develop high-performing retail and NSO teams, building a strong and diverse talent pipeline.
Own retail operations and NSO budgets, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
Deliver core KPIs including stock accuracy, shrink, labor efficiency, logistics performance, and system stability.
Ensure effective risk management, secure stock movements, and fit-for-purpose systems and data.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
5+ years of Retail & operations experience in a fast paced, high volume and agile environment
Experience with retail labour management
Experience in new store openings in a variety of formats in North America
Strong project skills, ability to lead, manage & support multiple complex projects simultaneously
Ability to shift between the strategic and the operational details
Clear communicator
Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills
Understanding of how to motivate & communicate to retail team/s
Experience in decision making, negotiation and problem solving
Willing to challenge and be challenged
Willingness to give and receive effective feedback
High organisation, time management and prioritisation skills
Ability to travel and work across time zones where required
Preferred Skills:
Experience working across multiple countries and new store openings
Analytical thinking and proficient in creating business cases
Experienced and proficient with a variety of tech and retail systems
Experienced with budget creation and control
Ability to travel and work across time zones where required
Process mapping / continuous improvement
Change management
Ability to communicate in multiple languages preferred
Willingness to travel
Please note t his is a hybrid role partially based in our New York City office. All candidates must be local or willing to relocate. You must also be authorized to work in the United States .
SALARY RANGE
This role has a salary range between $120,000-140,000. We are committed to fair and consistent pay practices. The salary range shown represents the anticipated hiring range for this position and may vary depending on individual qualifications and internal equity
THE PERKS.
Standard benefits include:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision plans
Performance-based Bonus opportunity
Competitive PTO
Contributory 401(k)
Gymshark Employee Discount & long service awards
Fun
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