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Director Wholesale (EMEA)(m/w/x)
Developing long-term partnerships with regional key accounts for a global outdoor brand. 7-8 years key account management in outdoor/FMCG with deep EMEA market knowledge required. On-site gym, 50% discount on VF brands.
Requirements
- MBA or university degree
- Minimum of 7-8 years in key/strategic account management for FMCG or major outdoor brands
- Deep knowledge of European lifestyle, shoe trade, and sporting goods/outdoor industry
- Strong prior knowledge of key industry agents in the EMEA market
- Ability to create good relationships with countries and key accounts
- High energy, goal-oriented, and driven individual
- Advanced Excel proficiency for data analysis and reporting
- English speaking and writing; additional languages (Italian, French, German, Spanish) advantageous
- Strong skills in analyzing KPI reports, turnover, stock reports, and product forecasts
Tasks
- Lead and develop long-term partnerships with regional key accounts across EMEA
- Plan and execute market and channel strategies aligned with regional brand priorities
- Manage a sales team and territorial agencies throughout the EMEA region
- Create and implement a 1–3-year strategic business plan to achieve market share and profitability
- Conduct market visits and attend strategic account meetings to support seasonal sell-in events
- Utilize data analytics and market research to identify competitive opportunities in EMEA
- Provide strategic feedback to product and merchandising teams for optimal assortments
- Measure and track success through developed scorecard metrics
- Cultivate strong senior-level relationships with all key accounts across EMEA
- Develop regional strategies that align with global go-to-market plans
- Implement business review processes for sustainable partnerships
- Lead the EMEA sales process, coordinating with local sales teams and agencies
- Manage account profitability within budgeted cost parameters
- Segment key accounts and implement relevant brand and sales strategies
- Create and implement commercial terms and conditions for strategic accounts
- Ensure efficient management of sell-in, sales operations, and reorder processes
- Build and coordinate sales programs and account initiatives
- Provide strategic sales feedback to product teams for successful marketplace rollouts
- Collaborate with other functions to ensure achievable go-to-market plans
- Identify effective sell-through programs and co-create activation initiatives
- Monitor business progress through tracking orders and organizing planning meetings
- Drive negotiations for commercial service level agreements with key partners
- Elevate sales team professionalism in account management standards
- Prioritize strategic accounts' agendas with sales managers and other functions
- Participate in projects as needed
- Meet weekly with the head of Wholesale & Business Development to share progress
Work Experience
- 7 - 8 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
- Italian – Basic
- French – Basic
- German – Basic
- Spanish – Basic
Tools & Technologies
- Excel
Benefits
Informal Culture
- Supportive feedback-based culture
- Inclusive international environment
Healthcare & Fitness
- On-site gym
- Health and well-being initiatives
Corporate Discounts
- 50% discount on all VF brands
Snacks & Drinks
- Complimentary hot drinks
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Director Wholesale (EMEA)(m/w/x)
Developing long-term partnerships with regional key accounts for a global outdoor brand. 7-8 years key account management in outdoor/FMCG with deep EMEA market knowledge required. On-site gym, 50% discount on VF brands.
Requirements
- MBA or university degree
- Minimum of 7-8 years in key/strategic account management for FMCG or major outdoor brands
- Deep knowledge of European lifestyle, shoe trade, and sporting goods/outdoor industry
- Strong prior knowledge of key industry agents in the EMEA market
- Ability to create good relationships with countries and key accounts
- High energy, goal-oriented, and driven individual
- Advanced Excel proficiency for data analysis and reporting
- English speaking and writing; additional languages (Italian, French, German, Spanish) advantageous
- Strong skills in analyzing KPI reports, turnover, stock reports, and product forecasts
Tasks
- Lead and develop long-term partnerships with regional key accounts across EMEA
- Plan and execute market and channel strategies aligned with regional brand priorities
- Manage a sales team and territorial agencies throughout the EMEA region
- Create and implement a 1–3-year strategic business plan to achieve market share and profitability
- Conduct market visits and attend strategic account meetings to support seasonal sell-in events
- Utilize data analytics and market research to identify competitive opportunities in EMEA
- Provide strategic feedback to product and merchandising teams for optimal assortments
- Measure and track success through developed scorecard metrics
- Cultivate strong senior-level relationships with all key accounts across EMEA
- Develop regional strategies that align with global go-to-market plans
- Implement business review processes for sustainable partnerships
- Lead the EMEA sales process, coordinating with local sales teams and agencies
- Manage account profitability within budgeted cost parameters
- Segment key accounts and implement relevant brand and sales strategies
- Create and implement commercial terms and conditions for strategic accounts
- Ensure efficient management of sell-in, sales operations, and reorder processes
- Build and coordinate sales programs and account initiatives
- Provide strategic sales feedback to product teams for successful marketplace rollouts
- Collaborate with other functions to ensure achievable go-to-market plans
- Identify effective sell-through programs and co-create activation initiatives
- Monitor business progress through tracking orders and organizing planning meetings
- Drive negotiations for commercial service level agreements with key partners
- Elevate sales team professionalism in account management standards
- Prioritize strategic accounts' agendas with sales managers and other functions
- Participate in projects as needed
- Meet weekly with the head of Wholesale & Business Development to share progress
Work Experience
- 7 - 8 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
- Italian – Basic
- French – Basic
- German – Basic
- Spanish – Basic
Tools & Technologies
- Excel
Benefits
Informal Culture
- Supportive feedback-based culture
- Inclusive international environment
Healthcare & Fitness
- On-site gym
- Health and well-being initiatives
Corporate Discounts
- 50% discount on all VF brands
Snacks & Drinks
- Complimentary hot drinks
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About the Company
The North Face
Industry
Retail
Description
Das Unternehmen ist die weltweit führende Outdoor- und Abenteuer-Marke, die sich für nachhaltige und aktive Lebensstile einsetzt.
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