Vice President of Retail

The Vice President, Retail will have responsibility of the retail business and functional/market team, achieving commercial targets and leading the Company’s strategy to manage and grow the retail business.
Key elements of the role will include achieving commercial target, creating a culture of clientelling and elevating the retail business.

• The VP Retail must provide business acumen and leadership capability to inspire the teams and elevate the brand. 
• Will be a visionary who understands how to maximize sales and leverage client development opportunities throughout the region.
• Must be able to think strategically while also being hands-on in overseeing the day-to-day execution of the agreed upon strategy with a focus on clients, people and brand desirability.
• An inclusive leader who is open and approachable and will work collaboratively with all of the local teams in a transparent, united and mutually supportive manner.
• Be a model and champion our core belief; People Make the Difference and our values; Be Creative & Innovative, Deliver Excellence and Cultivate an Entrepreneurial Spirit.
• Strong understanding of the luxury industry (special consideration for understanding of luxury Watches and Jewelry) and serve as an inclusive and passionate leader in shaping the future of the business and client experience while creating a dynamic organization that develops the team, the clients and drives an exceptional client experience.

 
Preferred Qualifications

• Executive with more than 10 years luxury/consumer goods business management experience. 
• Recent business unit or general management experience
• Knowledge and experience of luxury/consumer goods including jewelry, apparel, accessories or cosmetics
• Strong business and financial acumen
• A belief in and an understanding of luxury branded products
• Previous successful experience working within a subsidiary
• A demonstrated track record of success in leading and inspiring retail teams to maximize sales, operating efficiencies, and bottom-line profit
• Strong leader with the ability to assess, attract and develop top diverse talent
• Strong conceptual thinker with a pragmatic approach to driving day-to-day operations
• A strong problem solver with an ability to make decisions or drive decision-making
• Client-centric with an ability to drive a unique and consistent client luxury shopping experience in all stores
• Proven ability to develop new client opportunities and maintain client relationships while ensuring brand recognition and penetration in market