International Retail Director

International Retail Director

Location: London

Sector: Consumer Electronics

Excellent base salary + 20% Bonus + Equity + Benefits

Description:

Zachary Daniels are delighted to be supporting this award-winning global business in the appointment of a dynamic International Retail Director.

As an experienced and dynamic International Retail Director your role will be to spearhead the growth and expansion of our clients retail business across key international markets.

This pivotal role will be responsible for managing existing strategic retail relationships and identifying new opportunities to significantly expand our clients presence and revenue outside of North America.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and have a proven track record of scaling consumer goods businesses internationally, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications:

* Extensive experience scaling consumer goods businesses internationally, with a strong preference for consumer electronics or hardware.

* Proven track record of selling consumer hardware; candidates with only SaaS sales experience will not be a fit.

* Deep market knowledge of the international consumer retail landscape.

* Established relationships with international retailers, distributors, third-party partners, agencies, and merchandising/display companies within the retail vertical.

* Experience working with distributors, contractors, and agencies to achieve retail objectives.

* Experience working with retailers in multiple countries, particularly across EMEA and APAC regions.

* Exceptional negotiation skills with a history of securing favourable terms.

* Strong problem-solving abilities and a strategic mindset coupled with a hands-on approach to execution.

* Ability to operate with autonomy and demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset.

* Demonstrated ability to manage financial planning and budgeting, with a keen understanding of retail-specific KPIs.

* A good understanding of the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process is crucial.

* Effective communicator capable of articulating company strategy, results, and* performance to executive leadership.

* Strong understanding of Amazon and its operational functions is highly desired.

* Years of Experience: 12+ cumulative years of experience, with 2-4 years in a similar leadership role and capacity.

* Technical Abilities: Proficiency with EDI, general business tools (e.g., Microsoft Suite, Google Suite), and an understanding of retailer-specific reporting tools and terminology.

* Willingness to travel internationally as needed

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