District Manager – EMEA HOKA

The Role

In this role you will provide inspirational leadership to Store Managers across your region, developing a shared commitment to deliver regional and wider DTC business goals for HOKA. You will collaborate with key stakeholders across the business to communicate and influence localized support and investment for stores within your region. You’ll act as a Global HOKA Brand Ambassador delivering pinnacle brand customer experiences across your stores. We’re looking for a candidate who will drive operational excellence whilst delivering 100% compliance upholding exceptional retail standards.

Your Impact

• Act as an inspirational Line manager to HOKA Store Managers, ensuring all teams are aligned with a clear brand vision and measurable business objectives
• Communicate regularly with your stores on a weekly basis via visits, virtual and written correspondence
• Grow outlet stores sales year on year and maximize store profitability as well as manage regional new store opening opportunities and refits
• Drive excellence across outlet store business models
• Work collaboratively with the EMEA Retail function to deliver DTC business strategy and goals
• Ensure all business activities are compliant with local laws, regulations, and operating policies across your region
• Drive stores to exceed customer service standards at every customer touch point
• Coach and develop HOKA Store Management to optimize performance and provide succession for the business
• Lead the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of Store Management
• Travel regularly within the region and internationally as required
• Champion Deckers values to ensure they are at the core of our business

Who You Are

• Demonstrates the Deckers and HOKA brand values
• Can confidently lead the HOKA brand forward within the EMEA region
• An approachable leader, leading by example and celebrating collaborative success
• You demonstrate high levels of emotional intelligence
• You are commercially minded, driven by results
• Able to work flexible hours and travel at short notice in line with the needs of the business
• You have a thorough understanding of all operational procedures and retail compliance measures
• A great communicator across the EMEA and DTC business

We Would Love To Hear From People With

• Outlet retail management experience in a similar industry
• An affinity with the HOKA brand journey
• Experience as an established multi-site manager is a plus
• An understanding of Employee Relations and HR policy and procedure in your region
• Fluency in English is a requirement for this role

What We Will Give You

• Competitive Pay and Bonuses – we’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and show our employees how much they’re valued.
• Holidays + Bank Holidays and time away from work – on top of generous holiday allowance, we can generally take advantage of half‑day Fridays providing our work is finished for the week.
• Extras, discounts, perks & volunteering opportunities – being a valued member of Deckers Brands means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community‑based programs, we offer a variety of benefits.
• Growth and Development – we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development, including a Global Mentorship Program.
• Hybrid & Flexible Working Environment

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity

Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants embracing their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all of the other beautiful parts of your identity.