At On, we have dedicated ourselves to Ignite the Human Spirit through Movement. This thought defines every move we make around the world and in our global headquarters here in Zurich. We are now looking for our new Head of Retail Brand. This global role will be instrumental in elevating our brand through compelling marketing strategies and concepts.
Your Mission
- Develop a newly formed team and provide strong leadership fostering a culture of collaboration, coaching, mentoring, and professional development
- Lead with a strategic and solution-oriented approach, resolving conflicts and promoting a positive and inclusive work environment
- Tell the story of the brand ensure it is consistently messaged across all retail channels (DTC, B2B, and Partners) and aligned with internal Marketing strategies
- Shape On's retail brand experience and develop innovative retail concepts (programming framework, services, formats, campaign activations) that differentiate the brand and help achieve its goals and objectives
- Develop toolkits to empower regional retail marketing and brand activation teams
- Effectively collaborate with internal partners and department leads to align Marketing efforts with company strategy and goals; partner with Sales team to ensure Marketing strategies run parallel with field objectives
- Develop and streamline processes to optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of our retail brand initiatives
- Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of On's aesthetics, upholding our brand's visual language and standards
Your Story
- 8+ years of progressive experience within retail marketing roles with a proven track record of developing and executing successful strategies and projects
- 6+ years of experience in a leadership role - your leadership skills have been honed through previous management roles, and you have a demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate, and develop high-performing teams
- A real expert in your field, you've worked brand side with a creative mindset and solution-oriented way of thinking (for at least 5 years)
- Calling you an expert in retail marketing doesn't even begin to do your knowledge and experience justice
- You have deep knowledge and expertise in marketing and brand building in premium and or luxury space for retail
- Ability to stay current and build upon Marketing best practices and trends; you have a keen eye for design and aesthetics, understanding how to align them with the On brand identity
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills allow you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners
- You can demonstrate success in managing agency partnerships and driving results through external collaborators
- You thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, adapting quickly to changing circumstances and driving innovation
- You are skilled at leading teams both directly and indirectly in a highly matrixed environment
- Strategic mindset accompanying an innovative and creative personality with a strong business acumen
- Ability to travel 20% - based on business needs/fluctuation
- A positive spirit, you guide, direct and inspire those around you. You see yourself as a partner to your teammates and want to help them achieve their true potential
Meet The Team
As the Head of Global Retail Brand, you will lead and develop a talented and diverse team. At our core, we tell compelling stories about all that On entails. We live to reflect and channel the energy, passion, and global nature of the company into our daily work. If you're bursting with original ideas and have the drive and skills to see them realized, this is the team for you. We may sit at desks, but our inner-explorers mean we are constantly seeking fresh ways to craft and create unique stories through our retail environments.
What We Offer
On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically - to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.
On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.
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