Expansion Manager

ONIVERSE is looking for a dynamic Retail Real Estate Expansion Manager based in New York to join its headquarters in New York City!

Job Title: Retail Real Estate Expansion Manager - NY based

Department: Expansion

Reports to: Chief Business Officer

Location: NY

Direct Reports: None

FLSA: Exempt

Annual Salary: $130/$150K USD

Job Overview:

The Retail Real Estate Expansion Manager is responsible for leading and executing our market growth strategy across key states on the East Coast. This senior leader will identify new opportunities, launch operations in new markets, develop and implement expansion plans, and manage the performance of existing locations in the region.

The ideal candidate brings a track record of successful market expansion, operational leadership, and cross-functional execution in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead the East Coast expansion strategy in alignment with company-wide growth objectives, considering factors such as market demographics, competition, and economic conditions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., operations, marketing, finance, legal) to ensure smooth and compliant market entry.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory landscapes to inform strategic decisions.
• Serve as a senior representative of the company in East Coast markets, building and maintaining relationships with local stakeholders, partners, and government entities.
• Track and report on expansion metrics, market performance, and return on investment.
• Ensure that all expansion initiatives are executed effectively and efficiently.
• Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting progress and identifying challenges.

Qualifications:

• 4 years of experience in expansion, operations, strategy, or business development, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven success in launching and scaling operations across multiple geographies.
• Strong understanding of East Coast market dynamics and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience working in fast-paced, growth-stage companies, preferably in retail or fashion.
• Willingness to travel frequently across the East Coast region.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education and other skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; MBA or advanced degree in business, strategy, or a related field preferred.
• Experience managing budgets, P&L, and cross-functional project teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, and other relevant software.

How we do it:

• Open Minded
• Pragmatic
• Authentic
• Passionate
• Dynamic
• Team Player

Oniverse was founded in 1986 close to Verona, Italy with the aim to create a new way of selling hosiery and beachwear for women, men and children, through a franchising sales network. More than thirty years later, Oniverse boasts more than 5,600 shops throughout the world with different brands such as Calzedonia, Intimissimi, Falconeri and Tezenis. The success of Oniverse is the result of a number of factors: the huge range of products, the particular attention paid to fashion and the unbeatable quality-price ratio. These are some of the features that have enabled Oniverse to satisfy even its most demanding customers.