Shop Manager (32-40 hours/ week) – Designer Outlet Ochtrup (EN)

Protest Sportswear is a Dutch sportswear brand with roots in board sports – designed for your active lifestyle. Since 1993, our mission has been to help everyone ride more, driven by fun and the ambition To Get There.

Want to get to know us better? Check out our brandbook and brand movie and discover the vibe!

Exciting opportunity – be part of a new store opening!

We're opening a brand-new Protest store in Designer Outlet Ochtrup, and we're looking for a hands-on, experienced, and commercially driven Shop Manager to build and lead the team from the very beginning. This is a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on how the store operates, how the team performs, and how customers experience our brand.

As Shop Manager, you'll represent Protest on-site, bringing our brand vision to life. You know how to create energy on the sales floor, motivate and coach a team, and ensure operational and visual excellence. You lead with purpose and personality, turning every visitor into a loyal brand fan.

What will you do?

As Shop Manager, you take full ownership of the store's launch and day-to-day success. From team-building and floor leadership to commercial results and customer satisfaction — you'll steer all aspects of the store with professionalism and passion.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Lead, motivate and coach the in-store sales team
• Optimize the visual presentation and merchandising of the collection
• Represent the Protest brand consistently and proudly
• Drive and exceed commercial performance targets
• Handle cash management and ensure proper opening/closing procedures
• Monitor compliance with in-store safety procedures
• Provide an outstanding customer experience and lead by example
• Perform administrative tasks related to daily operations

What do we expect from you?

• A completed vocational education in retail, commerce, or a related field (e.g. German Ausbildung or equivalent)
• At least 2 years of experience as a (Assistant) Shop Manager in fashion or sports retail
• Excellent leadership, coaching and people management skills
• Strong sales drive and commercial insight
• Fluent in German and confident in English, as all communication with HQ is in English
• Energetic, flexible and hands-on mentality
• Willingness to work Saturdays and evenings
• Affinity with board sports is a plus! Affinity with board sports is a plus!

What do we offer?

• A contract for 32 to 40 hours/week (initially temporary, with potential for permanent position)
• Competitive salary based on your experience and qualifications
• A dynamic, energetic and supportive working environment
• Great employee discount — because your wardrobe's about to grow!
• Solid secondary benefits and the most fun team outings

Ready to ride with us?

Are you ready to launch and lead our brand-new store in Designer Outlet Ochtrup? Send your motivation and resume to: recruitment@protest.eu.

As part of our onboarding process, we may request a valid certificate of good conduct, depending on local legal requirements. Any related costs will be reimbursed.

Art der Stelle: Vollzeit, Teilzeit

Arbeitsort: Vor Ort

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