Commercial Director
Nature
The Commercial Director plays a central and strategic role in all aspects of a company. He/she works both with the CEO as well as his/her commercial assistants, which constitutes a delicate role, acting as a link and therefore having to deal with the demands of both parties. He is under constant pressure from Management and must constantly act as a manager to the sales teams. The Commercial Director is therefore someone who has extensive experience, and extensive knowledge of board sports and who lives under a lot of pressure.
Mission
Definition of commercial objectives
Motivation of sales teams
Compétences
Management technique skills
Fluent English and second language mandatory
Advanced IT skills
Attention to detail and communication skills
Excellent organisation skills
Negotiation skills and ability to multi task
Accès
Business schools and specialized university Masters Programs offer appropriate training for such positions. However, extensive experience in the board sports industry is necessary to access the position of Commercial Director.