Brick Executive Search is hiring: Marketing Manager - English Speaker in Chicago

BRICK EXECUTIVE SEARCH has been retained to recruit a high performing Chief Marketing Officer for a womens clothing, footwear and accessories omni channel retailer. We need a transformational CMO with both proven vision and flawless execution—someone who has personally architected a fashion brand’s meteoric rise. You’ll sit at the leadership table as a true peer, driving the brands evolution into a household name through omnichannel dominance. Brand Vision & Leadership Function as a true executive leader, not just a marketing tactician—your voice shapes company direction Craft distinctive competitive positioning that differentiates this brand from established national brands Architect seamless customer experiences that drive both explosive e-commerce growth and thriving retail expansion Demonstrate mastery of the digital-to-physical customer journey similar to how Reformation’s Yael Aflalo unified digital buzz with compelling store experiences Collaborate closely with merchandising, product, and operations to ensure brand consistency at every customer touchpoint Digital Dominance Own the entire digital marketing ecosystem with the intuitive understanding of what creates viral moments Navigate social platforms like TikTok with the fluency and cultural intelligence of Depop’s Peter Semple Build authentic influencer relationships that transcend transactional partnerships—creating a cultural movement, not just content Architect and implement a sophisticated marketing technology stack that scales with our ambitions Demonstrate a bias toward action with the calculated risk-taking approach that Deliver measurable results through sophisticated performance marketing strategies Balance creative ambition with analytical discipline—your decisions are data-informed but visionary-led Own P&L responsibility for marketing, optimizing budget allocation to maximize ROI across channels Drive customer acquisition while building retention programs that foster long-term loyalty Market & Customer Intelligence Establish voice-of-customer programs and customer research initiatives that inform product and marketing strategy Develop sophisticated segmentation models that power personalized marketing at scale Monitor competitive landscape continuously, adapting strategies to maintain this brands distinctive positioning Create an innovation pipeline that keeps the brand at the forefront of fashion marketing trends Oversee PR strategy, media relations, and external communications to amplify brand awareness Develop crisis management protocols that protect brand reputation Articulate the brands values, including sustainability initiatives, as integral elements of brand storytelling Build relationships with fashion media, industry influencers, and potential strategic partners Attract, develop, and retain world-class marketing talent across specialties Create a high-performance culture balanced with mentorship and professional development Foster cross-functional collaboration that breaks down traditional marketing silos Establish centers of excellence in key marketing disciplines that drive the organization forward Proven Transformation Experience: You’ve personally led a fashion or retail brand through explosive national growth with tangible results. ~ Digital + Physical Fluency: Cultural Intelligence: You intuitively understand what’s driving fashion culture now and what will drive it next. ~ Strategic Vision: You see around corners, anticipating market shifts before competitors ~ Experience that will eventually support international expansion ambitions. ~ Financial Acumen: Sophisticated understanding of marketing economics, CAC, LTV, and growth modeling. ~10+ Years: Senior marketing leadership in fashion, consumer brands, or retail with progressive responsibility. Direct partnership with the leadership team to architect the brands national expansion Competitive compensation reflecting true executive partnership, including equity The platform to create your legacy by transforming an emerging brand into a national powerhouse