Director of Retail Strategic Partnerships

Strategic Partnership Director

Do you have experience in forging innovative partnerships with top retail, hospitality and lifestyle brands, while driving long-term value for customers and the business?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment where you can leverage your skills in digital marketing and analytics?

Are you able to work cross-functionally with creative teams to build groundbreaking campaigns that elevate business offerings and set new industry standards?

MacGregor Black are partnering with an International Household Brand for a Strategic Partnership Director. This is a permanent on site role.

As the Strategic Partnership Director, you will drive revenue and brand engagement by securing high-value partnerships with retail, hospitality and lifestyle brands. This role will be responsible for developing and executing a strategic sales plan to attract partners who can leverage advertising solutions, digital shop windows, and targeted marketing campaigns.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, engage, and secure strategic retail and lifestyle partners to enhance rewards offering.
• Develop and implement a sales strategy to maximise revenue through targeted advertising campaigns and digital shop windows.
• Negotiate commercial agreements that drive partner engagement and long-term value for members.
• Leverage data insights and analytics to demonstrate the effectiveness of advertising and promotional platforms.
• Work cross-functionally with marketing, product, and digital teams to deliver integrated campaigns that align with partners’ business objectives.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and consumer behaviors to shape innovative partnership opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers in retail and lifestyle sectors.
• Monitor and report on partnership performance, ensuring continued growth and optimisation of commercial agreements.

What are we looking for?

• Proven track record in strategic partnerships, business development, or sales within the retail and lifestyle sector.
• Strong understanding of digital advertising, e-commerce, targeted marketing, and customer engagement strategies.
• Experience working with advertising platforms, data-driven marketing, and digital shop windows.
• Commercial acumen with the ability to negotiate complex agreements and drive revenue growth.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data insights to inform strategic decision-making.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate the value of potential partners.
• Passion for innovation, digital transformation, and creating exceptional customer experiences.

Competitive salary + Benefits.

Please contact Jon McNeish for more information today.