Store Manager, Saucony

New Store Opening. Store Manager – Saucony Le Marais, ParisAbout SauconyFounded in 1898, Saucony is one of the world’s most respected running brands. Built on a legacy of performance and innovation, we design award-winning running shoes and lifestyle products that inspire movement and self-expression.Our mission is simple: to empower the human spirit through running. Every day we strive to live our purpose — Run as One— by building inclusive communities and creating meaningful connections between people, product and place.About the StoreOur Le Marais store will be the first Saucony full-price location in France — a physical embodiment of our community.It’s where our brand comes to life: a hub where runners, creatives and locals come together to connect, learn and move.A place where conversation, collaboration and connection drive everything we do.The RoleAs Store Manager – Saucony Le Marais, you’ll be the heartbeat of our Paris flagship.You’ll lead the launch and daily operation of the store, driving commercial success while creating a guest experience that reflects Saucony’s community values.You will:Recruit, coach and develop a passionate team of runners, conversationalists, community builders and “move makers”.Deliver exceptional service and store presentation standards that inspire trust, belonging and repeat visits.Act as the local brand ambassador — building partnerships with clubs, studios and creators to root Saucony in the Paris running community.Drive the business through smart, data-driven decision-making and an entrepreneurial mindset.Key Responsibilities:PeopleRecruit, train and lead a high-performing team who embody Saucony’s values: authenticity, balance and community.Foster an inclusive, collaborative culture where everyone feels valued and empowered.Conduct regular coaching, performance reviews and development conversations.Develop a strong internal “bench” of future leaders — creating pathways for team members to progress into Assistant Manager, Store Manager or Head Office roles across Retail Ops, VM, Community Marketing and Planning.Identify individual strengths and aspirations, tailoring development plans that blend on-the-floor learning, project ownership and cross-functional exposure.Partner with the Retail Director and Retail Operations Manager to create structured learning opportunities that prepare the team for their next step, ensuring Saucony Paris becomes a recognised talent pipeline for the brand.Create a sense of pride and ownership among the team by encouraging them to live the brand — in and out of the store.Guest ExperienceDeliver an exceptional, hospitality-driven retail experience that connects product, story and emotion.Lead by example in building authentic connections with guests — listening, advising and inspiring confidence in every conversation.Ensure the store environment (sound, scent, visuals and layout) delivers a sensory experience worthy of a premium brand.Uphold operational excellence to ensure every guest interaction is seamless.CommunityBuild genuine relationships with local run clubs, studios and community groups to bring Saucony’s “Run as One” ethos to life.Plan and host weekly run clubs, workshops and activations that drive traffic, engagement and loyalty.Partner with the Community Marketing Rep’ to deliver locally relevant events and campaigns that tell authentic Parisian stories.CommercialOwn the store’s sales, profit and KPI performance — including traffic, conversion, ATV and UPT.Manage payroll and rota efficiency to deliver strong WTS (wages-to-sales) ratios.Work closely with the EMEA Retail Team, Merchandising and Planning on assortment, stock levels and visual execution.Analyse business results weekly and implement strategies to exceed targets.OperationsEnsure compliance with company policies, brand standards and French retail legislation.Maintain exceptional standards in VM, health & safety and operational execution.Support the successful launch of new product drops, seasonal floor sets and local campaigns.Who You Are:An experienced store leader with proven success in launching or running high-profile retail locations in lifestyle, fashion or performance sportswear.Fluent in French and English (spoken and written).Entrepreneurial, commercially minded and results-driven.A natural people-person who thrives on connection, storytelling and coaching others.Passionate about running and living an active lifestyle.Confident using data and systems to inform decisions and drive performance.A developer of people: you find energy in spotting potential, unlocking confidence and guiding your team toward the next step in their career — whether that’s within store leadership, community marketing, VM or the wider HQ network.What You’ll Bring:A love for people and for creating meaningful experiences.A desire to be part of a brand that’s growing fast and doing good.The courage to experiment, the humility to learn, and the drive to lead by example.