On Senior Specialist - New Store Openings Project Manager

Job Details

We are looking for a Retail Project Manager to drive the new store opening process for our own Retail stores. In this role, you will elevate the new store opening process by leading new store openings project management and driving seamless execution. You will play a key role in ensuring smooth store launches while fostering strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Your Mission

• Drive project management for new retail store openings around the world ensuring smooth collaboration with stakeholders involved (e.g. visual merchandising team, construction team).
• Ensure all elements of store readiness are executed to deliver a premium customer experience from day one (e.g. training, merchandising, operational setup...).
• Act as the single point of contact for the global retail team and senior leadership throughout the new store opening process.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including timelines, risk assessments, and contingency plans to ensure transparency and accountability across all stakeholders.
• Gather, organize and share project learnings with project stakeholders.
• Drive initiatives and manage projects to ensure the store opening process scales effectively alongside ambitious retail growth targets (e.g. developing new tools, check-lists, standards).

Your Story

Meet The Team

Join one of the world’s fastest-growing sportswear brands and help shape the future of On’s retail presence. We’re not just opening stores - we’re redefining the retail experience. If you’re passionate about Retail Strategy, motivated by impact, and thrive on turning insights into strategic action, this is your opportunity to drive meaningful growth in a global environment.

Home base : Zurich, travelling to new store locations during preparation / opening phase may be required

What We Offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically - to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.