Managing Director

Job Description

Exciting opportunity for a Managing Director to lead the US. operations of an established company in the beauty industry. The company has been in business for over 65 years and has a solid foundation internationally, recently expanding its presence in the US. Continuing our strategy for growth, we are seeking a dynamic leader with a strong marketing background to drive the brand to new heights within the US market.

Location: East Coast, preferably near Philadelphia, PA (Remote flexibility with 20-30% travel within the U.S. and occasional international travel)

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy: Oversee US sales, marketing, communications, administration/HR, accounting, and operations
• Marketing Expertise: Lead efforts to bring the brand to market in the US, with a focus on innovative strategies to increase market share and brand awareness
• Collaboration: Work closely with the existing Sales Manager to align marketing and sales strategies, driving overall company growth
• Operations & Finance: Manage forecasting, inventory planning, purchasing, accounting, reporting, budgeting, and cash flow
• International Liaison: Ensure constructive collaboration with international departments and the company's headquarters
• KPI & Performance: Define and implement KPI-based goals to achieve sustainable process improvements across departments
• HR & Culture: Be a key player in managing staff within the US, expanding team as necessary to support growth goals, while fostering a positive team environment
• Legal & Compliance: Oversee compliance with all relevant legal requirements and company-wide guidelines
• Continuous Improvement: Lead a culture of continuous improvement within all aspects of the business.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Experience:

• Proven experience as a Managing Director, CEO or in a similar executive leadership role
• Strong marketing background with a focus on bringing products to market in the US
• Experience in the beauty industry highly preferred, regardless of company size
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on approach and a passion for growing a brand from small to large
• Advanced degree in Marketing or a related field is strongly preferred
• Fluent in German is a plus but not required
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a small US team and international colleagues
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cash flow management, and strategic planning
• Flexibility to travel (20-30% domestic and occasional international trips)
  
  

Benefits

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to lead and shape the US expansion of a well-established brand with a solid international reputation
• A collaborative work environment with a small but dedicated team
• Competitive salary and benefits package, with the chance to make a significant impact on the company's growth trajectory
  
  

We are looking for a leader who is driven, hands-on, and ready to take on the challenge of expanding a brand in the competitive beauty industry. If you are a visionary leader with a passion for marketing and a desire to grow a brand, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications for this role.

Keyword: Managing Director