Job ID: 37758
We are representing a leading organisation in the digital commerce sector in a search for a professional to lead strategic partnerships within the consumer goods space. This exciting opportunity focuses on developing and scaling a dynamic online marketplace presence, with a focus on the French market and a broader European footprint. The role provides a chance to influence the future of online shopping experiences and to work within an innovative, fast-growing environment.
This position involves setting the long-term vision and strategic direction for the category, overseeing the full financial performance, and driving the acquisition of new partners. Day-to-day responsibilities include identifying key brands and retailers, fostering and expanding strategic relationships, and guiding partners to optimise their sales and visibility on the platform. Building and managing a motivated team, supporting their development, and creating efficient processes for partner onboarding and growth are also core parts of the role.
The culture is entrepreneurial and results-driven, encouraging proactive thinking, adaptability, and a collaborative approach. Working in a dynamic environment, the successful candidate will be comfortable handling ambiguity and translating fast-changing priorities into tangible outcomes. Cross-functional collaboration with teams such as marketing, operations, and product development is essential in delivering sustainable growth.
To succeed in this role, candidates should demonstrate a robust background in digital commerce or high-growth digital platforms. Experience in category management, business development, or marketplace management, coupled with a track record of growing commercial operations and managing profit and loss, is vital. Strong leadership skills and the ability to build high-performing teams are essential. Fluent communication skills in both French and English are required, with an understanding of French consumer trends and ecommerce landscapes highly advantageous. Candidates from diverse sectors, including consumer goods, ecommerce platforms, marketplaces, or related high-growth digital industries, will be considered.
This is a permanent, office-based role based in Paris, offering a unique opportunity to shape a burgeoning category with significant growth potential. The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial, commercially astute, and motivated by building impactful solutions in a rapidly evolving space. Candidates from across Europe or internationally who are willing to relocate and meet the language requirements are encouraged to apply.
Recruitment Consultant: Jade Watson jade@cranberrypanda.co.uk