Commercial Director

Company: Vovqqqyuf
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

Decathlon is an innovative sports designer, manufacturer, and retailer with a mission to sustainably make sports and the outdoors more accessible to everyone. Founded in 1976 in France, Decathlon is one of the leading sporting goods companies in the world. It has over 100,000 employees working in 70 countries. In the USA, the largest sports market, we're just starting and the opportunity ahead of us is big. We operate more like a startup with the resources of a large company. This is a unique opportunity to leave your mark in the USA sports and outdoor market, write an important chapter of a leading global sports brand, and have a material impact on people's lives and our planet.Job DescriptionWe're currently looking for an experienced and entrepreneurial Commercial Director to unlock our next phase of growth in the USA. This role is currently an Individual Contributor, reporting to the USA CEO of the company. The ideal candidate is a team player, strategic thinker, and world-class executor driven by making an impact.The Commercial Director is responsible for:

• Conducting regular market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and consumer research to develop and execute strategic plans for product category
• Curating a diverse and compelling assortment of products within the category
• Building and maintaining relationships with partners
• Collaborating with the company's supply team to forecast demand
• Monitoring category performance metrics
• Collaborating with the company's marketing team to develop and execute marketing plans for product category
• Providing insights from market research and consumer feedback, guiding the development of products
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and ethical business practicesQualificationsFor a candidate to be successful in this role, this person should have:
  • Proven experience in a senior commercial or sales management role within the outdoor industry
  • Strong understanding of the US outdoor market landscape, consumer behavior, and industry trends
  • Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams
  • Analytical mindset with proficiency in data-driven decision-making
  • Effective communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
  • Strategic thinker with a results-oriented approach
  • A passion for outdoor sports and brand-buildingAdditional Information
    • Healthcare Coverage (Full-Time employees only)
    • Commuter benefit options
    • A learning environment where you can dive deep and make an impact
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