JACK & JONES is one of the leading men’s fashion retailers in the European market. Established in Denmark and the leading brand in the BESTSELLER group. Since 1990 our brand has continuedly grown and developed towards a +1000 retail stores. Belux is one of the many markets where JACK & JONES has developed a strong market position with currently 45 stores in the portfolio. Recently JACK & JONES also announced the launch of a brand-new women’s brand JJXX. There are steep ambitions to keep growing our brands and store portfolio both with JACK & JONES and JJXX.
Do you want to contribute to our ambitious growth plans in Belux? As Expansion Manager, you will play a crucial role in expanding our retail network. From finding new strategic locations to negotiating optimal rental contracts, you are the driving force behind our expansion and store portfolio management.
Which team will you be joining?
You will be part of a dynamic and ambitious team that is responsible for the daily management of the JACK & JONES retail network in the Belux. You will report into the Country Retail Manager and work closely with the supporting overhead functions such as finance & facility.
You will be based at our HQ in Antwerp. At JACK & JONES we love to be competitive, we always want to be the best, yet we work together as a team in a good atmosphere always aiming to reach our goals.
How will you own your job as Expansion Manager JACK & JONES?
We currently have around 45 stores in Belgium and Luxembourg. You will be managing the contractual and legal aspects of our store portfolio. You will build and maintain valuable relationships with our partners in the commercial leasing sector. Also, you will use your negotiating skills and network to close the best deals on new stores and lease renewals.
In this role, you are the driving force behind the continues optimization of our store portfolio that consists of JACK & JONES, JJXX and JACK & JONES Outlet.
You will get the task to develop a strategic expansion plan that reflects the steep ambition of JACK & JONES and JJXX to increase our m² and become and stay one of the leading fashion retailers in the market.
You will closely collaborate with the operational retail team to follow up on store performances. You will be part of the Belux management team where you will have an important role in building the overall country retail strategy and contribute from within your own expertise to achieve our goals.
What do you need to become the JACK & JONES Expansion Manager?
- Experience. At least 5 years in commercial real estate is required to be successful in this role. A thorough knowledge of the retail sector is a big plus.
- Deal maker. Thanks to your extensive network and strong relationships that you have built, you bring negotiations to a successful conclusion.
- Strong legal knowledge in commercial real estate and administrative skills. Lease contracts and real estate administration have no secrets for you. You like to work detail-oriented.
- Language skills. Good relations begin with a fluid communication. Consequently, you must be able to communicate fluidly in Dutch, English & French.
- A hands-on explorer. It all happens in the field. You are not shy to go out and travel the country to find good opportunities, to meet with landlords, to travel to our HQ in Denmark meeting with your colleague expansion managers and share knowledge.
- A brand ambassador! When you work for JACK & JONES/JJXX you become part of an amazing team that is showing a lot of proudness and lives by our strong values.
- Team spirit. We celebrate successes together and without each other we are nothing at JACK & JONES. That is our style and that is where you feel best!
What we offer
- A super exiting full-time job (35 hours/week) that allows you to take ownership and shape your working week with flexible working hours and the possibility of 1 day teleworking.
- You work in an international family-owned company with strong values and open & friendly culture. You are based in our HQ in Antwerp.
- In addition to the classics such as a good competitive salary package, company car, hospitalization insurance and meal vouchers, you can also count on very nice work environment and unique staff discounts on our BESTSELLER brands.
- All the development opportunities that an international fashion company has to offer to fully own your job.
- The opportunity to work with amazing colleagues that share the same ambitions and goals.
ABOUT JACK & JONES
JACK & JONES is high-quality fashion for young men. Founded in 1990, JACK & JONES is now the largest business unit within BESTSELLER and is, with its 1000+ stores, the biggest menswear retailer in Europe. With jeans as the core business, JACK & JONES enriches the heritage of authentic jeanswear by respecting history and focusing on innovative treatments and designs.
JACK & JONES covers the many facets of a young man’s wardrobe. From his playful youth to his need for timeless classics, the brand brings in a world of brotherhood, fun, and good vibes in all its designs. And since 2017, JACK & JONES has expanded its brand portfolio with JACK & JONES PLUS, JACK & JONES JUNIOR, and JJXX.
JACK & JONES is part of the worldwide fashion company BESTSELLER. For more information, please go to www.jackjones.com or www.bestseller.com.
