Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for premium brands and e-commerce? Akind is searching for a COO to join our journey and help us grow as a leader in the fine jewelry market.
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for premium brands and e-commerce? Akind is searching for a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our journey and help us grow as a leader in the fine jewelry market.
About AKIND
At Akind, we craft timeless fine jewelry with exceptional quality and sustainability at the heart of everything we do. Founded with the mission to redefine jewelry for the modern world, our pieces are designed to inspire, empower, and last a lifetime. Operating in key markets across Europe and beyond, we’ve built a loyal customer base that values our commitment to craftsmanship and innovation.
About the Role
The COO will be a member of the management team, reporting to the CEO and responsible for driving the operational success of Akind. The COO works closely with the founders and oversees the operational backbone of the company, with a special focus on supply chain management, optimizing e-commerce strategies, expanding into new markets and channels, and supporting growth.
Key Responsibilities
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Supply Chain Management: Manage and forecast product demand, regularly place product orders to maintain optimal inventory levels, and strengthen supply chain processes to ensure timely delivery.
- Growth: Design and execute operational strategies to meet Akind’s growth objectives and reinforce our position in the fine jewelry market.
- E-Commerce Operations: Oversee and optimize our online sales platforms, ensuring an exceptional customer experience and operational efficiency.
- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
- Financial Management: Manage budgets, improve cost efficiency, and drive profitability while maintaining Akind’s high standards.
- Market Expansion: Support expansion strategies and successful execution in new and existing markets.
- Sales Channels: Drive Akind’s expansion into new sales channels by identifying opportunities and implementing strategies to diversify and grow revenue streams.
- Data-Driven Insights: Leverage analytics, KPIs, and market trends to inform decision-making and enhance performance across all operational areas.
Who we’re looking for
- Proven experience in a senior leadership role, ideally as COO or in a similar capacity within the luxury or e-commerce industry.
- Deep understanding of e-commerce operations, logistics, and customer experience.
- Strong strategic thinking with the ability to balance long-term vision and immediate execution.
- Demonstrated ability to scale operations in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Financial expertise, including P&L management and cost optimization.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
- An eye for detail and a commitment to delivering excellence in everything you do.
We also see that you
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment; you’re a doer!
- Are passionate about impact and sustainability.
- Are proactive and independent and take own initiatives and execute and deliver on them in order to achieve great results.
- Are curious to learn new areas and ways of working and improve.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to shape the future of Akind and make a tangible impact on a growing fine jewelry brand.
- A collaborative, innovative, and supportive work environment.
- Competitive salary & benefit package.
- A chance to work with a passionate team.
Location: Akind office in central Stockholm, Sweden
Start Date: ASAP
Full-time
Does this sound like a role made for you? Then we can't wait to hear from you! ✨
The Akind Team
Working at Akind means embarking on a mission to make exceptional quality products while being easy on the planet. And coming into one of the fastest-growing jewelry brands in Europe, you'll be part of a core team that enjoys tremendous responsibility and impact on our journey - and the industry as a whole. We’re problem-solvers, disruptors, and early-adopters. And if you dream of going to work every day to shape a conscious company, -then welcome home.
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- Operations
- Locations
- Stockholm
Colleagues
Stockholm
Workplace & Culture
Our guideline is to stay transparent, modern & personal. This goes into everything we do, from our products and design to how we work and who we hire. We want to have a lot of fun doing what we love, and bringing to life our best creative side, and we make sure to celebrate every success.
About AKIND
Akind is about jewelry to feel good about, handcrafted from the finest and most sustainable materials, offered at honest prices.
We’re a young fashion tech start-up with the ambition to be the best within our field and to make a real impact. If you dream of going to work every day to shape a more conscious world, – then welcome home.
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for premium brands and e-commerce? Akind is searching for a COO to join our journey and help us grow as a leader in the fine jewelry market.
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