Country Growth & Marketing Manager II (Sr. Director Level)

Job Responsibilities

Develop and execute the country growth strategy to increase customer demand, engagement, and brand loyalty. Lead the overall growth agenda by identifying strategic and operational opportunities that drive profitable business performance. Partner with the executive leadership team to align local initiatives with broader business priorities. Build strong brand positioning by leveraging market insights and customer needs. Drive omnichannel growth by integrating retail, digital, and service experiences.

Ensure a seamless, customer-centric experience across all customer touchpoints. Lead country development initiatives while collaborating with regional and global stakeholders. Coach, mentor, and develop senior leaders, fostering a high-performing and inclusive culture. Promote collaboration, succession planning, talent development, and organizational excellence.

Skills

Omnichannel Retail Strategy: Integrating physical stores, digital commerce, and service operations seamlessly.

Transformational Leadership: Leading large-scale organizational change while maintaining business profitability.

Data-Driven Brand Positioning: Translating complex market insights into localized brand growth.

P&L & Commercial Acumen: Managing country-wide operational budgets to drive sustainable profit.

Macro Growth Forecasting: Identifying long-term market opportunities aligned with global corporate goals.

Industry Background: Must come from the retail space with a strong background in retail commercial strategy.

Preferred Companies: Candidates coming from global retail organizations such as H&M, Zara, or Decathlon are highly preferred.

Leadership: Must possess exceptional leadership capabilities suited for a senior director-level role.

Education/Experience

Minimum 10+ years of experience in growth strategy, marketing, commercial, or retail leadership.
Minimum 10+ years of leadership/people management experience, managing large cross-functional teams.
Proven experience leading business growth strategies within large retail or consumer-focused organizations.
Strong background in brand management, customer engagement, and commercial strategy.
Demonstrated success in leading transformation, driving profitability, and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
Excellent leadership, communication, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.