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MidAtlantic Employers' Association

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

MidAtlantic Employers' Association, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276


Exciting opportunity for a

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

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:

Proven experience as a 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)

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.

Job Type:

Full-time

Pay:

$120,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance

Paid time off

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Overtime

Application Question(s):

Please state your desired base salary.

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Budgeting: 3 years (Required)

Marketing: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Philadelphia, PA 19102: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

25% (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Philadelphia, PA 19102

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