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小売事業運営マネージャー/ Retail Operations Manager

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A global apparel company is looking for a Retail Operations Manager. The selected candidate will optimise workflows, standardise processes, and support cross-functional initiatives to enhance store performance and prepare for new system implementation.

Responsibilities:

  • Analyse sales performance and KPIs to identify issues and support data-driven action planning
  • Develop and manage seasonal store action plans, including events, promotions, and campaigns
  • Review, redesign, and standardise operational processes while maintaining manuals and guidelines
  • Lead operational readiness and coordination for the implementation of a new POS system
  • Create and maintain accurate sales and inventory reports using Excel
  • Collect store feedback, address improvement requests, and share best practices
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive and support retail projects
  • Perform administrative tasks and contribute to continuous process improvement

Requirements:

  • More than 3 years of retail operations experience at the HQ level in apparel or FMCG
  • Experience working with numerical data such as sales, inventory, and KPIs
  • In-store retail experience is ideal (Store Manager or Assistant Manager)
  • Hands-on project management experience in IT or operations is a plus
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and IF statements)
  • Familiarity with POS or SFA systems preferred
  • Business level written and reading English and Japanese

About the Company:
An international apparel company that commands a number of powerful brands, this company markets its clothing in countries in all corners of the world. With brands that are instantly recognisable in shopping spaces across the globe, this organisation continues to be a market leader.

Keywords:

小売, 店舗運営, 販売促進, プロセス改善, 在庫管理, プロジェクトマネジメント, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: BP8JM2

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Retail

Focus: Retail Manager

Industry: Fashion

Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: BP8JM2-FFE2F988

Date posted: 24 April 2026

Consultant: Marina Nakamura