300 neue Filialen in drei Jahren: Takko-CEO Martino Pessina (#850)

2 Nov 2025 · 65 min
OMR Podcast

2 Nov 2025 · 65 min

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In this OMR Podcast episode, host Philipp Westermeyer interviews Martino Pessina, the CEO of Takko (often written as Taco), a European low‑price fashion retailer with €1.3 bn revenue, ~1,150 German stores and 18 k employees. The conversation covers Pessina’s career (H&M North America, Pandora COO) and his move to Takko, the company’s clear market position in the discount fashion segment, and its rapid growth plan of 300 new stores (mostly in Germany) over the next three years. They discuss store economics (break‑even in 2‑3 months, average turnover €1 M per store, typical size 500 m², location strategy next to anchors like Lidl), the use of AI‑driven site‑scoring (attributes such as catchment size, purchasing power, tenant mix) and the importance of location versus assortment. The interview delves into Takko’s product mix (core T‑shirts, basics, modest fashion, occasional licensed items), pricing (average basket €25‑30, heavy discounting via coupons up to 30 %), and the role of a loyalty app (8 M users, >60 % of revenue). Supply‑chain details include long‑term Asian supplier relationships (≈95 % of sourcing from Bangladesh/China), regular audits with NGOs, and a focus on ethical working conditions. Competition is framed against hard‑discounts (Kik, Pepco), mid‑price fast‑fashion (H&M, Zara) and pure‑play e‑commerce (Shein, Temu). Marketing relies on tactical TV, radio, and emerging influencer work, while avoiding large branding campaigns. Financially, Takko reports a 13 % EBITDA margin and emphasizes efficiency (personnel costs, RFID, digitalisation). Pessina stresses staying focused on the core business, cautious expansion, and the potential for a future exit, but no immediate IPO plans. The episode also contains sponsor messages for Qonto, Hiscox, Instaffo, and Sage.

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