Job Description

Job Summary:

Izil Beauty is a high-growth beauty brand that blends Moroccan beauty rituals with high-performance science. As part of an ambitious global expansion strategy, we are seeking a Commercial Director with a deep focus on business development to spearhead our growth into prestige retail doors in the Middle East, USA, and UK, while also building a robust regional and international distribution network for e-tailers.

In addition, the Commercial Director will be responsible for the strategic development and operational rollout of izil's own flagship brick-and-mortar stores and spas, creating elevated brand experiences in key markets. This senior leadership role combines vision and execution -- driving revenue growth, securing new market opportunities, and scaling the brand's presence globally.

Key Responsibilities:

A- Global Business Development & Strategic Growth:

Identify, develop, and open new prestige retail doors across key global markets (UAE, KSA, USA, UK), aligned with izil's brand positioning.

Build and manage international distribution partnerships with leading e-tailers, selective beauty retailers, and curated concept stores.

Forge and maintain strong relationships with buyers, distributors, and regional commercial agents to secure long-term growth.

Lead market entry strategies including commercial frameworks, regulatory support, and local partner development.

Represent izil at major international trade fairs and retail forums to increase visibility and secure premium placements.

B- Flagship Store & Spa Expansion:

*Lead the planning, development, and execution of izil's stores and spas in key high-traffic locations.

Define the commercial strategy and customer journey across these physical environments to ensure brand consistency and strong performance.
Oversee site selection, lease negotiations, design, buildout, staffing, and opening schedules in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Drive retail excellence through operations, merchandising, and service delivery standards.

C- Revenue Ownership & Commercial Strategy:

Develop and implement a robust commercial strategy to deliver profitable revenue growth across all physical and partner-led channels.
*Own and track sales performance against revenue goals and margin objectives.

Monitor channel and partner performance, optimizing pricing, assortment, and promotional levers to maximize value.

D - Team Leadership & Collaboration:

Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing commercial team across retail development, distribution, and key account management, while taking a hands-on role in day-to-day operations.
Collaborate closely with marketing, digital and Supply chain teams to deliver on commercial goals and ensure successful channel alignment and launch initiatives.
*Establish KPIs, dashboards, and performance tracking systems to measure and drive accountability across all channels.

E- Market Insights & Competitive Strategy

Monitor and respond to market trends, competitor activities, and customer insights to refine go-to-market plans
Identify and capitalize on white-space opportunities to position Izil ahead of competitors.
Provide regular reporting to the CEO and board on revenue growth, profitability, and key initiatives.

Qualifications:

10+ years in commercial leadership, preferably in beauty, retail, or FMCG sectors.
Proven success driving profitable revenue growth, opening new sales channels in high-growth environments and successfully managing market expansions especially in the Middle East, USA, and UK.
Expertise in managing multi-channel strategies, including physical retail, and partnerships with retailers and etailers.
Experience in production environments, Retail and e-commerce logistics.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred).
*Fluent in English & Arabic (French is a plus)

Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team development abilities.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
High integrity and professionalism in handling sensitive information.

Key SKills:

*A proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in both strategic planning and operational execution, with a results-oriented mindset and strong business acumen.

Exceptional leadership and strong negotiation and relationship management skills, with experience handling premium partners and retailers
Deep understanding of global prestige beauty markets
Exceptional analytical skills to drive data-informed decisions and measure performance

Compensation & Benefits:

A leadership role at a fast-scaling beauty brand redefining self-care.
Strategic impact on a high-growth business with global ambitions.
Competitive salary based on experience.
Performance-based incentives.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Professional development opportunities.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

What is your Notice Period? How many years of experience do you have in beauty, retail, or FMCG sectors? What is your current Total salary ? What is your expected salary?
Location:

* Dubai (Preferred)