Asia Commercial Director (Lifestyle Retail)

Argyll Scott Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer and lifestyle retail group is seeking a Regional Commercial Director based in Singapore. This leadership role involves shaping the region's commercial strategy, enhancing partner performance across various markets, and driving sustainable growth. The candidate must have over 15 years of experience in the consumer sector and a proven record in managing both direct and partner-led markets.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in consumer, lifestyle, or adjacent retail sectors.
• Proven ability to manage direct-to-consumer and partner-led markets.
• Strong track record in P&L ownership and operational delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional commercial strategy across various markets.
• Lead a high-performing regional sales organisation.
• Strengthen partner relationships to drive retail excellence.

Skills

Consumer sector expertise

Retail performance management

Cultural agility

Job description

Overview

Regional Commercial Director (Asia) – Retained Search – Global Consumer & Lifestyle Retail Group | Singapore Based

Argyll Scott Singapore is retained by a global consumer and lifestyle retail group to appoint a Regional Commercial Director, Asia. Based in Singapore, this senior leadership role will shape the region’s commercial strategy, elevate partner performance (franchise, wholesale, distributor, B2B2C), and drive sustainable growth across Asia. It offers both immediate impact and long-term career progression within a global business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a regional commercial strategy across direct-to-consumer (direct retail, company-owned) and partner-led (franchise, wholesale, distributor, B2B2C) markets
• Lead and develop a high-performing regional sales organisation, embedding consistency and accountability.
• Strengthen partner relationships to drive retail excellence, optimise investments, and accelerate growth.
• Unlock new market opportunities while delivering strong and sustainable commercial results.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, merchandising, finance, and operations to enable execution.

Key Requirements

• Over years 15 years of experience in consumer, lifestyle, or adjacent retail sectors
• Demonstrated success managing both direct-to-consumer and partner-led markets across Asia
• Proven track record in P&L ownership, balancing strategic vision with hands-on operational delivery
• Experience building and scaling regional teams in fast-growth, performance-driven environments
• Strong cultural agility, stakeholder influence, and ability to thrive in dynamic contexts

Argyll Scott Singapore Pte Ltd
EA License No. 16S8105
Liew Foo Kin
EA Reg No: R1982421