Director of Retail, Specs
$276,000–$414,000 year
On-siteLos Angeles, California, United States
Job Summary
Build the end-to-end global retail strategy for Specs, integrating physical, digital, and experiential touchpoints while defining omnichannel models for stores, pop-ups, and e-commerce. Set the long-term expansion roadmap covering market prioritization, store formats, and flagship rollout pacing. Own dashboards tracking KPIs such as traffic, conversion, revenue, and demo engagement. Create iconic in-store experiences featuring hands-on demos and education, partnering with designers on architecture and visual merchandising. Develop programming for launches, events, and cultural partnerships to establish luxury-level service standards. Lead a global retail organization, manage hiring strategies for brick-and-mortar staff, and oversee training programs for consistent in-store education. Work 4+ days per week in an office environment.
Required Qualifications
- BS/BA degree or equivalent years of experience
- 10+ years in retail leadership within consumer hardware and emerging technologies
- 5+ years of experience managing a team
- Proven experience building or scaling omnichannel retail for an innovative brand
- Expertise in turning stores into immersive, high-touch education and storytelling environments
- Expect to work in an office 4+ days per week
Desired Qualifications
- Experience using insights and analytics to shape product strategy, marketing and retail design
- Strong strategic instincts balanced with operational discipline and a love for building from scratch
- Track record of building inclusive, high-performing teams across multiple markets
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders
- Prior experience leading strategy and activation for luxury or experiential retail
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.