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Decathlon · London, England, United Kingdom
Careers That Let You Play. Lead. Grow. Make an Impact.
International. Sport-passionate. Entrepreneurial. At Decathlon, we believe in bringing people together through sport and making its benefits accessible to everyone.
As part of the DECATHLON Group, one of the world's largest sports retailers, we offer exciting opportunities to develop your career, take ownership and make a real difference.
Welcome to High Street Kensington!
Located in the heart of one of London's most vibrant and prestigious shopping destinations, Decathlon High Street Kensington is a dynamic, high-performing store serving a diverse and international customer base.
With approximately 1,000 sqm of retail space and an annual turnover target of £7.43 million, our store offers a fast-paced commercial environment where ambition, teamwork and entrepreneurship come together.
A newly transformed store. A new chapter. An exciting opportunity!
In October 2026, we completed a major transformation of our store, redesigning our departments, improving our commercial layouts and creating a fresh shopping experience for our customers.
Cycling now takes centre stage at our store entrance!
With increased visibility, a prime commercial position and exciting opportunities for growth, Cycling is one of our key departments in this new chapter.
We're now looking for an
experienced Cycling Department Manager
ready to take ownership, bring fresh ideas and help us unlock the full potential of our newly transformed store.
Whether you're an experienced Decathlon Department Manager ready for a new challenge or a retail leader looking to bring your expertise to Decathlon, this could be your next opportunity!
THE JOB
As our Cycling Department Manager, you'll be more than just a manager. You'll be a business leader, a people developer and a key contributor to the success of High Street Kensington.
You'll take full ownership of your department, combining your commercial expertise, leadership experience and passion for sport to drive performance, develop your team and deliver an outstanding customer experience.
With Cycling now positioned at the entrance of our newly transformed store, you'll have a unique opportunity to shape its future, maximise its commercial potential and make a visible impact from day one.
Own Your Business:
Take full responsibility for your department's commercial performance, profitability and key business indicators.
Unlock New Opportunities:
Maximise the potential of Cycling's new prime location, identifying opportunities to increase sales, conversion and customer engagement.
Build a Winning Strategy:
Develop and implement a local commercial strategy aligned with our customers' needs and overall store ambitions.
Make Data-Driven Decisions:
Analyse performance, identify areas for improvement and turn insights into concrete action plans.
Deliver an Exceptional Customer
Optimise merchandising, product availability and omnichannel services to create a seamless shopping experience.
Champion Circularity:
Develop sustainable services such as repairs, second-life products and buyback opportunities.
2. Inspire, Develop and Lead Your Team
Lead with Confidence:
Inspire and manage a high-performing team, creating a positive, inclusive and results-driven environment.
Develop Future Talents:
Coach your teammates, identify potential and support their growth through personalised development plans.
Empower Your Team:
Build autonomy, encourage initiative and create a culture of accountability and entrepreneurship.
Drive Collective Performance:
Set clear expectations, follow up on individual and collective results and celebrate achievements.
Build a Strong Team:
Recruit, onboard and develop teammates while ensuring the right organisation to support business needs.
3. Take Ownership and Contribute Beyond Your Department
Be Part of the Leadership Team:
Work closely with the Store Leader and fellow Department Managers to drive the overall success of High Street Kensington.
Challenge the Status Quo:
Bring fresh ideas, question existing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and performance.
Lead Store Operations:
Ensure strong operational standards, stock reliability, safety and effective resource planning.
Think Beyond Your Department:
Contribute to store-wide projects, commercial decisions and long-term development.
Make an Impact:
Take initiative, anticipate challenges and turn opportunities into results.
WHO YOU ARE
We're looking for an experienced, ambitious and entrepreneurial leader who is ready to take on a new challenge.
You're an Experienced Retail Leader:
You already have experience managing a department or team, with a proven ability to deliver commercial results and develop people.
You're Commercially Driven:
You understand KPIs, profitability and business performance, and know how to turn data into effective decisions.
You're an Inspiring People Leader:
You know how to motivate, coach and empower a team while creating a culture of trust and accountability.
You're Autonomous and Proactive:
You take ownership, make decisions confidently and don't wait to be told what needs to be done.
You're Entrepreneurial:
You see opportunities where others see challenges and aren't afraid to bring new ideas or challenge existing ways of working.
You're Organised and Solution-Oriented:
You can manage priorities, anticipate challenges and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
You're a Strong Communicator:
You're comfortable presenting performance, collaborating with other managers and providing constructive feedback.
You're Passionate About Sport and Customer
You understand the importance of making sport accessible and creating meaningful connections with customers.
You're Ambitious:
You're motivated to keep learning, developing and taking on new responsibilities.
Previous Department Manager or comparable retail management experience is required. Experience in Cycling is an advantage, but strong leadership and commercial skills are equally important.
Key Skills and Abilities
Commercial strategy, KPI analysis and profitability management
Team leadership, coaching and talent development
Planning, forecasting and action plan implementation
Merchandising, product availability and stock management
Customer experience and omnichannel performance
Recruitment, onboarding and performance management
Operational excellence, safety and security
Effective communication, collaboration and decision-making
Entrepreneurial thinking, autonomy and problem-solving
You'll be comfortable working in a dynamic retail environment, including weekends and bank holidays.
WHY JOIN HIGH STREET KENSINGTON?
Because this is more than just another Department Manager position.
You'll be joining a store that has just undergone one of its biggest transformations, with new commercial opportunities and ambitious goals ahead.
Make a Real Impact:
Lead a department with a prime position at the entrance of our newly transformed store.
Own Your Business:
Have the autonomy to shape your department's strategy, develop your team and drive results.
Grow as a Leader:
Work alongside an ambitious leadership team that values initiative, collaboration and continuous development.
Be Part of Something Exciting:
Help us turn our recent store transformation into long-term commercial success.
Build Your Future:
Develop your skills, broaden your responsibilities and prepare for future career opportunities within Decathlon.
A new layout is just the beginning. What we achieve next is up to us. Are you ready to be part of it?
LIFE AT DECATHLON
At Decathlon, our culture is rooted in four values:
Vitality, Responsibility, Generosity and Authenticity.
We believe in empowering our teammates, encouraging entrepreneurship and creating an environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow.
Benefits and Perks
Generous teammate discounts on Decathlon products
Fun monthly staff sports and activities
Cycle-to-Work Scheme
Training and development opportunities through Decathlon Academy
Access to hundreds of discounts on groceries, travel, shopping and more through SmartSpending
Career development opportunities across Decathlon
And much more!
Ready for your next challenge?
Details
| Company | Decathlon |
| Location | London, England, United Kingdom |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | healthcare |