Director Marketing, Retail Marketing

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 175600 - 228300

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions with a portfolio that includes fiber cement fiber gypsum composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie TimberTech AZEK Exteriors Versatex fermacell and StruXure.

With over 8000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago we boast 31 operating sites 6 recycling facilities and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce were united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All through sustainable innovation a Zero Harm culture and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

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Summary

Hybrid from our Chicago corporate office

The Director of Retail Marketing is responsible for leading the strategic vision development and execution of retail marketing initiatives across theJames Hardie TimberTech and AZEK Exteriors brands. This role will drive retail channel growth strengthen brand presence and deepen customer engagement across home improvement retailers including The Home Depot Lowes and other key partners.

This position requires a dynamic results-oriented leader who combines strategic thinking with operational excellence. The Senior Director will oversee retail marketing strategy merchandising digital retail programs and omni-channel execution to maximize market share category leadership and profitability across both brands and will be accountable to achieving the revenue and profitability goals established.

What Youll Do:

Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute long-term retail marketing strategies that align with each brands growth objectives and retail channel priorities.
Translate business strategies into actionable growth plans and programs that drive sales volume brand preference and market share.
Lead omni-channel marketing strategies that integrate e-commerce in-store merchandising special order and stocking programs.
Partner closely with Sales Product Brand and Digital teams to ensure a unified go-to-market approach.

Retail Marketing & Merchandising

Direct the development of promotional and merchandising plans that elevate brand visibility and engagement at retail.
Lead line review strategy and execution ensuring both brands achieve maximum presence and sell-through performance.
Manage retail associate training programs and in-store engagement tools to increase conversion with homeowners and contractors.
Ensure excellence in retail marketing execution from planograms and displays to digital retail content and media placements.

Customer & Channel Collaboration

Build strong partnerships with key retail accounts including The Home Depot and Lowes to drive joint business planning and annual marketing programs.
Support the sales team in negotiations business reviews and new product launches.
Monitor and analyze competitive activity consumer insights and category trends to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.

Team & Financial Management

Lead and develop a high-performing retail marketing team across both brands.
Manage annual and monthly retail marketing budgets ensuring efficient investment across channels.
Drive a performance-driven culture focused on data measurement and ROI.

What Youll Bring:

Bachelors degree in Marketing Business Administration or related field required (Masters preferred).
15 years of experience in consumer or building materials marketing with 7 years in retail channel leadership roles.
Proven success in managing large retail partnerships (Home Depot Lowes or equivalent).
Strong omni-channel marketing experience including digital retail merchandising and in-store activation.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams across multiple brands or business units.
Excellent strategic planning analytical and communication skills.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with retail analytics tools is a plus.

Personal Characteristics

Visionary yet pragmatic leader who thrives in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
Highly collaborative with a track record of building strong internal and external partnerships.
Hands-on problem solver who balances strategy with execution.
Ethical organized and deeply committed to brand excellence.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with executive presence.

What Youll Receive:

As of the date of this posting a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $175600K to $228300K. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience skills geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

At James Hardie we recognize that our success depends on our people. Weve worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

Comprehensive low-cost co-pay Health Insurance;medical dental prescription and vision insurance benefits for every 30 hour full-time employee. Insurance starts on day one!
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k) Retirementplan that will match 100% of employees saved dollars up to the first 6% of your salary
11 paid holidays per year
Paid vacation
(Paid sick leave)
Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Community Involvement & Sustainable Solutions
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James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits including but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act in accordance with its plans and policies.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.

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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color gender sex age national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity/expression genetic information veterans status marital status pregnancy disability or any other basis protected by law.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties responsibilities and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

Required Experience:

Director