President of Perry Ellis/ Original Penguin Men's Sportswear

Job Title: President of Perry Ellis/Original Penguin Men's Sportswear

Location: New York City

Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

 

Position Summary:

As President, you will be at the helm of Perry Ellis Menswear, Original Penguin Sportswear, wholesale businesses; Accessories, Hosiery, and Sleepwear and Off-Price Sales channels – two of the flagship brands within the Perry Ellis International family. Perry Ellis Menswear is renowned for its sophisticated and contemporary collections, while Original Penguin embodies a playful, iconic American sportswear aesthetic. This pivotal leadership role demands a visionary who will drive the overall strategic direction, accelerate growth, and maximize the profitability of these key segments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Spearhead the development and execution of the long-term sales strategy for Perry Ellis Menswear, Original Penguin, Perry Ellis Accessories, and Off-Price channels. 
• Senior Management Relationships: As President, you must have Sr. Management Relationships within our wholesale businesses
• Holistic Business Oversight: Provide comprehensive leadership across all facets of the business, including design, product development, merchandising, marketing, sales, and operations. 
• Partnership Development: Cultivate and nurture robust relationships with critical retail partners and distributors, both domestically and internationally. 
• Revenue & Profit Growth: Directly responsible for driving significant revenue growth and enhancing profitability across all assigned brands and channels.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team based in New York City. Develop and implement strategic talent acquisition and retention initiatives. 
• Culture & Innovation: Foster a dynamic, creative, and collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and excellence. 
• Market Acumen: Continuously monitor industry trends, competitive landscapes (including Brick-and-Mortar and Digital), and consumer insights to identify and capitalize on new growth opportunities.
• Brand Alignment: Ensure seamless integration and alignment of brand strategies with Perry Ellis International's overarching corporate vision and objectives.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive leadership experience within the fashion industry, with a demonstrable track record of successfully leading and growing menswear and lifestyle apparel brands.
• Market Expertise: Deep understanding of the menswear consumer, the competitive retail landscape, and both brick-and-mortar and digital sales channels.
• Strategic Acumen: Proven expertise in developing, implementing, and optimizing successful brand strategies.
• Functional Mastery: Comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in product development, merchandising, marketing, and sales.
• Leadership & Communication: Exceptional leadership capabilities coupled with superior communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Team Building: Demonstrated ability to build, motivate, and empower high-performing teams. 
• Financial Prowess: Strong analytical and financial acumen, with a results-oriented approach to business management.
• Global Mobility: Proven ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

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