Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Regional Director to lead our sales and marketing efforts across multiple territories. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in outside sales, management, and business development, with a proven track record of driving growth in B2B environments. This role requires exceptional leadership skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to foster relationships with clients while ensuring high levels of customer service.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement end-to-end retail strategies for EMEA (Europe, US, Middle East, Mexico) aligning with global growth objectives, including store footprint optimization, product mix localization, promotional calendar design, and cost-control frameworks.
• Lead benchmarking of global competitors (e.g., ZARA, H&M) to identify trend opportunities (color, fabric, silhouettes, sustainability) and translate insights into localized product strategies tailored to UR’s brand positioning.
• Collaborate with global design and buying teams to ensure rapid-response product development aligned with EMEA market dynamics.
• Oversee daily store operations (staffing, service standards, inventory turnover) and establish Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) optimized for UR’s rapid replenishment model (e.g., weekly new arrivals).
• Implement digital tools (e.g., POS systems, inventory analytics) to enhance store efficiency and real-time performance tracking.
• Orchestrate collaboration between global design, buying, and brand teams to ensure product-market fit and timely launches.
• Ensure adherence to local labor regulations (e.g., EU Working Time Directive, US Fair Labor Standards) and sustainability standards (e.g., EU Green Deal, US SEC ESG reporting).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Management, Marketing, or Business Administration ; Master’s degree preferred. International exposure (study, work, or language proficiency in European languages) is a strong plus.
• Proven Leadership in Fast-Fashion8+ years of experience in fast-fashion retail operations, with 5+ years in leadership roles (e.g., Regional Director, VP of Retail).
• Deep understanding of ZARA/H&M operational models and EMEA consumer behavior.
• Fluent English (written and verbal) with bilingual proficiency in Mandarin preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multi-cultural teams across time zones (e.g., China-based design teams, EU retail operations).
• Advanced proficiency in retail analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and financial modeling (e.g., ROI, breakeven analysis).
• Track record of turning around underperforming markets through strategic repositioning (e.g., 25% sales uplift in 12 months).
• Experience navigating high-pressure environments (e.g., rapid market entry).

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