Country Manager, Netherlands & Nordics

Job description

Country Manager, Netherlands & Nordics

 

In line with Jaeger-LeCoultre’s long term strategy of the market, the main responsibilities of the position are to develop the Maison’s brand equity, attract and develop local clientele, drive sales and set up the right distribution network in the market, accelerate business growth and brand desirability, orchestrate a 360° engagement plan, enable a transformation into a digital and client centric local organization, execute the agreed Maison strategy with excellence, build and develop a winning team and organization, and establish a close liaison between the regional team/Headquarters and the local functions.

 

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

 

·  You have solid experience and proven record in managing, growing and coordinating strategic markets within the luxury industry
·  Aligned with HQ and local team, you develop the long-term vision and short-term solution to build the path for luxury retail business
·  Experience in planning and managing P&L, including sales, distribution, marketing, finance, operations is a strong asset
·  You are the Brand Ambassador demonstrating strong negotiation, influencing, networking, presentation and diplomacy skills
·  You strongly and truly believe in client-centric approach by engaging and leveraging an omnichannel approach
·  You have a good understanding of the Brand identity and a strong fit with the Maison’s values
·  International and multi-cultural sensitivity is key to work effectively with a dynamic and diverse team
·  You are autonomous and responsible for driving the business and ensuring team success

 

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

 

You have 5-10 years’ management/commercial/brand building experience

You have in-depth knowledge of luxury or client/retail related business, strong understanding of 360° business management

You are experienced in transversal project management

You are willing to travel at least 40% of the time

You have experience in working in a matrix corporate organization

Speaking and writing fluent English is mandatory and essential, Dutch or a Scandinavian language will be a plus