About CHIMI
Founded in 2016 by Daniel Djurdjevic (CEO) and Charlie Lindström (CD), CHIMI has rapidly grown from a Swedish eyewear start-up to a globally recognized brand. Known for its innovative designs and premium-quality products—including sunglasses, optical eyewear, and ski goggles—CHIMI is at the forefront of blending fashion and functionality. With the US as a key market for expansion, the company is now seeking an experienced and results-driven Head of Retail to join its team!
About the role
As the Head of Retail, you will be responsible for executing CHIMI´s retail strategy and working with the Store Managers to achieve exceptional results. You will play a pivotal role in the retail expansion, ensuring that all current and future stores meet revenue and profitability targets. In this strategic yet hands-on role, you will oversee all aspects of retail operations, from optimizing store performance to driving growth and profitability. You will report to the CEO and work closely with various cross-functional teams to align retail objectives with overall company goals.
In this role, you will:
- Drive Retail Performance & Growth: Optimize operations, conversion rates, and customer spend to boost revenue across all stores
- Manage Budgets & P&L: Oversee store budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and profitability
- Enhance Operations: Increase foot traffic, stock turnover, and reduce shrinkage
- Merchandising & Promotions: Develop data-driven strategies to maximize sales and inventory performance
- Data-Driven Decisions: Use analytics to refine strategies and improve store performance
- Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and manage teams to meet KPIs and foster a high-performance culture
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with marketing, product, and operations teams to align objectives
- Market Insights: Monitor trends, consumer behavior, and competitors to adjust strategies
About You
We’re looking for someone with at least 7 years of experience in retail leadership and store operations, including a hands-on background as a Store Manager or Retail Manager. You should be a strategic thinker with experience in driving retail performance, budget management, and team development. We value data-driven insights, strong leadership skills, and a proactive, hands-on approach. Experience in retail expansion, including new store development, is a big plus.
- At least 7 years of experience in retail leadership, including Store or Retail Manager roles
- Expertise in P&L management and multi-store operations
- Strong analytical skills and a results-driven approach to driving retail performance
- Experience in leading and developing high-performing teams
- A strategic mindset with the ability to execute retail strategies
- Experience with new store openings, including project management, is highly desirable
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- A proactive, self-driven attitude with an eye for detail and a customer-first approach
- Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus
As a true brand ambassador, you not only love the brand but also deeply connect with its culture and values, representing it with authenticity and passion.
CHIMI offers
CHIMI offers an exciting opportunity to be a key player in a fast-growing global brand. This role provides the chance to make a real impact in shaping our retail presence, ensuring that every store reflects the premium CHIMI experience.
Placement & start
This is a full-time position based at CHIMI’s headquarters in central Stockholm, with a strong in-store presence required to lead and support the teams. The preferred start date is as soon as possible but can be flexible based on mutual agreement.
Application Process
This recruitment process is handled through E-commerce Recruit, should you have any inquiries about the position, please feel free to reach out to Jennifer Holmgren at jennifer@ecommercerecruit.se.
We evaluate applications continuously, so we recommend submitting yours early to be part of our review process. We are keen to see what you bring to the table!
