Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
Confidential, Northbrook, IL, United States
Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
About the Company
Leading omni-channel retailer of home furnishings
Industry Retail
Type Privately Held, Private Equity-backed
Founded 1962
Employees 5001-10,000
Categories
Retail Home & Furniture Consumer Discretionary
Specialties
retail housewares furniture omnichannel experiential retail ecommerce and ecommerce
Business Classifications
B2C E-Commerce
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Chief Marketing Officer to be the driving force behind its customer-centric brand and shopping experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and driving brand strategy, forging an elite marketing organization, and leading with data-driven customer acquisition. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of the digital landscape, including various marketing channels and tools. The CMO will also be tasked with amplifying the company's voice, reimagining go-to-market processes, and championing the customer by translating insights into actionable strategies.
Applicants for the Chief Marketing Officer position at the company should have a minimum of 15 years' of broad marketing experience, with a preference for those who have worked in small to mid-sized entrepreneurial companies or start-ups. The role demands a leader with a proven track record in brand management, marketing communications, and insights, as well as experience in directing product development and innovation teams. The ideal candidate will be a courageous, confident, and humble leader, capable of motivating and inspiring high-performing teams. Strong budget and financial skills, exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, and a relentless drive for continuous improvement are essential. The CMO will also be expected to act as a fiscal steward and strategist, responsible for significant financial investments and ensuring maximum return on investment.
Hiring Manager Title Brand President
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Marketing
About the Company
Leading omni-channel retailer of home furnishings
Industry Retail
Type Privately Held, Private Equity-backed
Founded 1962
Employees 5001-10,000
Categories
Retail Home & Furniture Consumer Discretionary
Specialties
retail housewares furniture omnichannel experiential retail ecommerce and ecommerce
Business Classifications
B2C E-Commerce
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Chief Marketing Officer to be the driving force behind its customer-centric brand and shopping experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and driving brand strategy, forging an elite marketing organization, and leading with data-driven customer acquisition. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of the digital landscape, including various marketing channels and tools. The CMO will also be tasked with amplifying the company's voice, reimagining go-to-market processes, and championing the customer by translating insights into actionable strategies.
Applicants for the Chief Marketing Officer position at the company should have a minimum of 15 years' of broad marketing experience, with a preference for those who have worked in small to mid-sized entrepreneurial companies or start-ups. The role demands a leader with a proven track record in brand management, marketing communications, and insights, as well as experience in directing product development and innovation teams. The ideal candidate will be a courageous, confident, and humble leader, capable of motivating and inspiring high-performing teams. Strong budget and financial skills, exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, and a relentless drive for continuous improvement are essential. The CMO will also be expected to act as a fiscal steward and strategist, responsible for significant financial investments and ensuring maximum return on investment.
Hiring Manager Title Brand President
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Marketing