Managing Director Northern Europe
On-siteMunich, Bavaria, Germany
Job Summary
Lead the overall strategic direction, brand equity, and financial performance for Cartier's Northern Europe market, managing full P&L responsibility including inventory, CAPEX, and DSO. Set and implement a market-focused growth plan while defining the omnichannel strategy across retail, e-commerce, and external partners to optimize profitability. Oversee the deployment of marketing and communication initiatives to enhance brand positioning, build a high-performing team of three to five direct reports, and cultivate a client-centric culture. Serve as the primary Brand Ambassador to network with key opinion leaders, government representatives, and local stakeholders to drive sustainable market action and protect reputational integrity across seven internal boutiques and 60 external doors.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 20+ years of proven leadership experience as a Managing Director, or equivalent in luxury, lifestyle or client-related business demonstrating a sustainable track record in 360 brand development & market expansion
- Deep knowledge of the luxury market dynamics, consumer behavior and trends in Luxury Retail or similar
- Decisiveness and conviction, coupled with a strong drive for pursuing long-term goals and achieving high level standards
- Resilience and accountability, effectively navigating ambiguity in complex environments
- Appetite for excellence and craftsmanship
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, promoting a culture of collaboration
- High emotional intelligence and intercultural fluency, with ability to lead, develop and empower diverse teams
- Strong business acumen, with a demonstrated ability to drive financial performance and profitability while keeping strong customer focus
- Ability to think strategically while maintaining a strong focus on operational excellence
- Resourceful and adaptable to shifting market constraints and regulations
- Attuned to Arts, culture and interpersonal skills with strong sensitivity to refinement
- Fluency in spoken and written (French and) English is essential
Desired Qualifications
- Proficiency in multiple languages is highly valued
- French and English
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