Assistant Store Manager - Opening in Amsterdam - December 2026
Key Skills
Job Description
Our Brand Story ZIMMERMANN is a global luxury fashion brand, founded in Sydney in 1991 by sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann. Renowned for its signature approach to sophisticated femininity, distinctive prints, and exceptional craftsmanship, the brand is present across Australia, Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Asia. Nicky Zimmermann’s creative vision and Simone Zimmermann’s strategic leadership have formed the foundation of the brand’s success. Their partnership – balancing design innovation with strong commercial direction – remains central to ZIMMERMANN’s identity and growth. Today, ZIMMERMANN continues to redefine modern luxury with collections that celebrate self-expression. Grounded in Australian sun-soaked optimism, the brand resonates with women around the world. Our global teams are united by a shared commitment to creativity, quality, and evolving the brand with integrity and purpose. At ZIMMERMANN, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to empowering talented individuals to build meaningful careers within an inclusive, collaborative, and forward‑thinking environment – where craftsmanship and innovation are celebrated, and individuality is valued The Opportunity ZIMMERMANN is seeking an Assistant Store Manager for the opening of our first retail location in the Netherlands in Amsterdam. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is passionate about luxury fashion, thrives in a refined retail environment, and values building meaningful, long‑term relationships with clients. In this role, you will work closely with your team to achieve boutique goals, uphold impeccable presentation standards, and create memorable, personalised experiences that reflect the essence of ZIMMERMANN. Key Responsibilities As an Assistant Store Manager, your responsibilities will include: To ensure client satisfaction is achieved by every team member To ensure that all team members achieve a superior standard of excellence in client service, brand knowledge and product knowledge Be focused on excellent performances and results, based on clear KPIs Promote an enjoyable working environment which promotes passion, focus and discipline Following the recruitment process to be effectively managed in store Oversee the stocktake and make sure the stock coordinators are organised, prepared and conducted in accordance with our P&Ps Check timesheets are completed T o ensure the merchandising, window display and the team’s presentation and wardrobe is done in accordance with our P&Ps. What you will bring To succeed in this role, you will bring: Experience in a similar leadership role in Amsterdam would be a plus (knowledge of customers habits, area...) Excellent organisation skills and high attention to detail Passion for the brand and Fashion retail industry Strong communication skills – the ability to interact positively to the team and client Fluent in Dutch and English. A third language is a plus. Why Join ZIMMERMANN? Access to tailored development plans and learning opportunities Generous employee benefits and product discounts Clear pathways for career progression within a global organization A collaborative, high‑performing, and inclusive team culture Next Steps If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and would like to contribute to ZIMMERMANN’s continued success, we’d love to hear from you. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. ZIMMERMANN is an equal opportunity employer. We assess all applicants based on their individual capabilities, experience, and qualifications and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, please let us know at the time of application so we can assist you throughout the recruitment process.
Core Responsibilities
Lead the team in delivering excellent client service, strong brand and product knowledge, and results against clear KPIs while fostering a focused and positive working environment. Support recruitment and store operations, including stocktakes, timesheets, merchandising, window displays, and team presentation.
Requirements
The role calls for strong organizational skills, attention to detail, a passion for luxury fashion retail, and effective communication with clients and team members. Fluency in Dutch and English is required; similar leadership experience in Amsterdam and a third language are advantages.
Benefits
- Employee Benefits
- Product Discounts
- Development Plans
- Learning Opportunities
- Career Progression
About Zimmermann
Industry: Retail
Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees
This iconic Australian brand has stayed true to its original vision: sophisticated femininity, a passion for detail and a love of colour and print. Sisters Nicky and Simone ZIMMERMANN founded their namesake brand in Sydney in 1991. Early in its evolution, ZIMMERMANN took the bold step of fusing fashion with swimwear and presented it to the world. It immediately found its following with the fashion elite, creating a new point of reference in flattering, feminine and stylish swimwear. While the swimsuit thrust ZIMMERMANN on to the international stage, it has been its optimistic, feminine and consistently desirable collections across its ready-to-wear and resort that have propelled it to greater global appeal. While based at home in Sydney, ZIMMERMANN present their ready-to-wear collections each season at New York Fashion Week. They maintain showrooms in Sydney, London, Paris, New York and Los Angeles. Working with the highly acclaimed designer and long-time collaborator, Don McQualter, ZIMMERMANN maintains a number of stand-alone stores across Australia, Europe and the USA including flagship stores on Madison Ave in New York and Melrose Place in Los Angeles.