Director Partner Program (f/m/x)

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

The DOUGLAS Group, with its commercial brands DOUGLAS, NOCIBÉ, Parfumdreams and Niche Beauty, is the number one omnichannel premium beauty destination in Europe. The DOUGLAS Group is inspiring customers to live their own kind of beauty by offering a unique assortment online and in around 1,900 stores. With unparalleled size and access to customers, the DOUGLAS Group is the partner of choice for brands and offers a premium range of selective and exclusive brands as well as own corporate brands. The assortment includes fragrances, color cosmetics, skin care, hair care, accessories as well as beauty services. Strengthening its successful omnichannel positioning while consistently developing superior customer experience is at the heart of the DOUGLAS Group strategy “Let it Bloom”. The winning business model is underpinned by the Group’s omnichannel proposition, leading brands, and data capabilities. In the financial year 2023/24, the DOUGLAS Group generated sales of 4.45 billion euros and employed around 19,200 people across Europe. It was named the World’s Top Company for Women in 2025 among all retail and wholesale companies by Forbes. The DOUGLAS Group (Douglas AG) is listed at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.

For further information please visit the DOUGLAS Group Website.

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For our headquarters in Düsseldorf we are looking for you as

TASKS WITH IMPACT

• Drive the strategic development and execution of our Marketplace and Partner Program with a strong focus on profitable growth and international expansion

• Lead and develop an international team of around 30 employees across multiple levels, primarily in Southern and Central/Eastern Europe

• Combine remote leadership with regular on-site presence in Düsseldorf (8–11 days per month)

• Full P&L responsibility for the partner program/marketplace segment including budget planning and KPI management

• Balance strategic development with hands‑on operational project leadership

• Collaborate closely with key functions such as Marketing, Assortment & Purchasing, Tech, Operations and Customer Service

• Build, manage and grow strong partner relationships, lead contract negotiations and ensure a competitive assortment

YOUR SKILLS

• 5–6+ years of experience in marketplace, partner program or e‑commerce leadership roles within an international context

• Proven leadership skills in managing senior leaders ("manage the managers")

• Strong strategic mindset combined with a hands‑on attitude and execution excellence

• Solid expertise in P&L management, project ownership and performance optimisation

• Confident in communication with partners and stakeholders, especially in negotiations

• Fluency in English (written and spoken), German is a plus

OUR BENEFITS FOR YOU

We want you to feel comfortable at your job. That’s why you’ll receive your own individual work equipment.