Harrods is is looking for a Director of International Wholesale lead the expansion of Harrods Own Label into global markets, creating a highly curated wholesale proposition and building meaningful partnerships to strengthen and grow our brand internationally. This is a unique opportunity to shape a newly created role with significant impact on the next chapter of Harrods’ growth story.
About the Role
As Director of International Wholesale, you will be responsible for building and delivering our international wholesale strategy, identifying target markets, and driving commercial success for Harrods Own Label. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will collaborate with colleagues across Strategy, Buying, Merchandising and Product Development to design market-specific ranges, oversee pricing, and ensure operational excellence.
In this role, you will:
- Develop and execute a global wholesale strategy that aligns with Harrods’ brand ambition.
- Build strong in-market partnerships with retailers and distributors.
- Oversee pricing, seasonal planning, sales forecasting and product development.
- Represent Harrods internationally through showrooms, trade events and strategic meetings.
- Identify new opportunities, tailoring approaches to maximise performance by region.
- Recruit and lead a team with the skills and experience to deliver against strategic goals.
This role is based in our iconic Knightsbridge location, although will of course travel frequently.
About You
You will be a strategic, commercially minded leader with a track record of developing international wholesale markets and expanding brand distribution successfully. With excellent negotiation skills and cultural awareness, you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are confident representing a brand on the global stage.
You will also bring:
- Proven experience of developing go-to-market strategies for premium or luxury brands.
- Deep knowledge of international markets and wholesale distribution channels.
- Strong commercial acumen and financial awareness.
- Exceptional communication and influencing skills.
- The ability to collaborate across multiple teams in a matrix structure.
- A leadership style that inspires and develops high-performing teams.
About Us
Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and a destination for top designers and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences – and to extend that magic across the globe through our Own Label.
Our Promise to You
Help us make the impossible possible for our customers, and we’ll do something remarkable for you. We offer abundant opportunities, a supportive and collaborative working culture, and the chance to build an exceptional career across a variety of specialisms.
Uniquely You
At Harrods, we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.
If you want to know more about life at Harrods, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods.
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Harrods (Michael Ward)
What We Do
As many lives, generations, cultures and stories pass through our doors, our mission remains unchanged: to serve the needs and aspirations of our customers, to create new stories and bring moments of delight. Whomever they are and wherever they come from, our customers can always expect to be treated with grace, courtesy, and care. #TogetherHarrods
Open since 1834 by Charles Henry Harrod and now owned by Qatar Holding Authority, we are truly unique - a house of maisons, a modern atelier, a workshop of wonders, a convener, patron and celebrator of the world’s finest. Known around the world as one of the great luxury emporiums, we offer a transformative experience to customers who know that true value of exceptional goods and services lies beyond price. We are committed to excellence and artistry, inspired to reinvent and surprise, ensuring our position as a leader in the category.
Our people are our strength - their unique personalities and their desire to exceed expectations are what enables us to make the impossible possible for our customers.
Our customers are at the heart of our success. They’re the reason we exist, and we never forget it. And we’re always looking for new exceptional people who want to connect to them, to delight them and to become part of our story
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