Hoka District Manager - EMEA HOKA

HOKA District Manager

We are looking for a candidate based in Germany or France to provide inspirational leadership to HOKA Store Managers across your region, driving operational excellence, compliance, and store profitability while delivering a great brand experience.

Responsibilities

• 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, while managing 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.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates Deckers & HOKA brand values.
• Can confidently lead the HOKA brand forward within the EMEA region.
• Approachable leader, leading by example and celebrating collaborative success.
• High levels of emotional intelligence.
• Commercially minded, driven by results.
• Able to work flexible hours and travel at short notice in line with the needs of the business.
• Thorough understanding of all operational procedures and retail compliance measures.
• Excellent communication skills across the EMEA and DTC business.

Desired Experience

• Outlet retail management experience in a similar industry.
• Affinity with the HOKA brand journey.
• Experience as an established multi-site manager (plus).
• Understanding of Employee Relations and HR policy and procedure in your region.
• Fluency in English is a requirement.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and bonuses with a variety of compensation programmes.
• Generous holiday allowance and flexible working time.
• Discounts, perks, and volunteering opportunities.
• Growth and development opportunities, including a global mentorship programme.
• Hybrid & flexible working environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and 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 the other beautiful parts of your identity.