Hello, for an internationally operating retail company, I am currently looking for a Retail Format Strategy Expert (m/f/d) to support the strategic development and optimisation of small store formats (Smart & Xpress). The objective of this assignment is to analyse and improve format performance in a data-driven way and to successfully implement international roll-outs in close collaboration with country organisations and central functions. Scope of work: Support the development and optimisation of small-format store concepts (Smart & Xpress) Track, analyse and report key KPIs to assess format and location performance Identify optimisation potentials based on performance and profitability analyses Build and evaluate business cases (unit economics, P&L, CAPEX/OPEX, payback) Ensure implementation of international concepts, standards and guidelines across countries Support and steer expansion and continuous improvement initiatives Align country-specific roll-outs with overarching group strategies Close collaboration with internal stakeholders (e.g. Country Teams, Expansion, Operations, Finance) Required profile: Several years of experience in retail strategy, store/format development, expansion or portfolio optimisation Strong analytical skillset, especially in: Financial modelling Profitability calculations Performance analysis and management reporting Experience with franchise or commission-based business models is a plus Very good English skills; German is a plus Structured, solution-oriented and hands-on working style Confident working in international and intercultural environments Project setup: Duration: initially 6 months (option for permanent employment) Capacity: full-time Location: Ingolstadt & remote (50/50) Start: ASAP / by arrangement If you are interested, I look forward to receiving your CV including availability. Feel free to share this request within your network. Kind regards SThree_Germany is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.