Senior Director Retail Marketing

Department: Brand Marketing

Location: Los Angeles HQ

Compensation

$175,000 - $190,000 / year

Description

SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, shapewear, and essentials. We are setting new standards by delivering technically innovative, comfort-driven products with elevated design for everybody.

At the intersection of culture, innovation, and commerce, SKIMS is a global brand redefining modern apparel. Our teams are built on creativity, collaboration, and operational excellence, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment where ambitious, curious, and values-driven individuals can do the best work of their careers.

As we continue to scale globally, our HQ teams play a critical role in shaping strategy, building world-class infrastructure, and driving sustainable growth across markets.

Position Summary

The Senior Director of Retail Marketing is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving brand growth, revenue, and market share across wholesale and retail channels. This individual will lead the development and execution of integrated marketing strategies that enhance brand visibility, strengthen key partnerships, and deliver compelling consumer experiences across physical and digital retail environments.

• to ensure consistent brand storytelling and customer experience

Wholesale & Franchise Marketing

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key wholesale and franchise partners to maximize brand presence, commercial success, and global expansion
• Collaborate with commercial teams to develop account-specific marketing plans, promotions, and product launches
• Oversee wholesale and franchise marketing activities (digital and physical), ensuring alignment with brand standards

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team
• Collaborate cross-functionally with commercial, creative, and wider brand teams
• Manage external agencies, vendors, and partners as needed

Key Responsibilities

To ensure consistent brand storytelling and customer experience

Wholesale & Franchise Marketing

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key wholesale and franchise partners to maximize brand presence, commercial success, and global expansion
• Collaborate with commercial teams to develop account-specific marketing plans, promotions, and product launches
• Oversee wholesale and franchise marketing activities (digital and physical), ensuring alignment with brand standards

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team
• Collaborate cross-functionally with commercial, creative, and wider brand teams
• Manage external agencies, vendors, and partners as needed

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 10+ years of experience in retail marketing, experiential marketing, or wholesale marketing, preferably within fashion, lifestyle, or consumer brands.
• Proven experience leading strategy for and execution of retail and wholesale marketing including but not limited to store openings, regional expansion, physical activations, and digital messaging
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience managing budgets, agencies, and cross-functional teams
• Highly strategic with the ability to also execute in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and execution
• Leadership and team development
• Relationship building and influence
• Creativity and innovation
• Strong project management skills

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed to support key initiatives, including partner meetings, store openings, and physical activations

Benefits, Culture and Perks

Benefits and Culture

• Up to 100% Company Paid Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Kind Body Fertility Benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match
• Unlimited PTO
• Full Access to LinkedIn learning
• Employee Discounts

Perks (HQ Location)

• Free weekly catered lunch at HQ – M/T/W/Th
• Dog-Friendly office on a Thursday and Friday
• Free Swag Giveaways
• Annual Holiday Party
• Annual Summer Party
• Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
• Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages