about us
ARKET is a modern-day market that offers essential products for men, women, children and the home, ARKET stores also include a café based on the New Nordic Food Manifesto. ARKET’s mission is to democratise quality through widely accessible, well-made, durable products, designed to be used and loved for a long time.

the role

We are looking for a Department Manager who is excited about driving the success for our growing brand. 

We are convinced that a high level of customer service combined with our wish to provide a true brand experience will grow brand sales and profitability. The Department Manager will work closely together with the Store Experience Manager to make sure the customer service levels are high and secure the brand experience on department level. 

As Department Manager, you are responsible for leading and developing your department in the store and improve daily operations as well as achieving sales targets and budget. You report to the Store Experience Manager. 

Some responsibilities include:

• Support, motivate and manage your department team to increase the department sales

• Create an inspiring and visually attractive department for the customers together with Visual Merchandiser

• Always act as Sales Advisor and be a role model for customer service

we are looking for

The role requires the ability to overview, plan and organise both your own work and the team’s to achieve set goals for the department. You take responsibility for developing your team and constantly improving your department, always focusing on the customer and results. 

As a person, you are communicative and have a flexible attitude. You are team oriented and convinced that an exceptional customer experience drives sales. You are caring and genuinely want the best for your team. You have experience managing a team and providing a high level of customer service, along with good English skills.

We offer

We offer a work environment where culture and values play a big part in everything we do. We have a flexible attitude and value an entrepreneurial spirit. We are proud to support all colleagues in taking initiative to grow and challenge the industry and believe that a fun working place generates great results.

We offer market specific benefits including training for your personal development, staff discount & staff allowance, corporate health management, reward program, refreshments at work and others.

We care

ARKET believes in a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Therefore, we welcome all applications from all people regardless of gender identity and/ or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, age, nationality, religion, or disability.

This position is a parental leave cover position for 1 year with the possibility of extension, starting as soon as possible.