Posted 11 days ago
Account Director, Franchise Markets
@ The Aldo Group Inc / Le Groupe Aldo Inc.
Montréal, Quebec
Overview
The ALDO Group is hiring an Account Director, Franchise Markets to own the business performance, growth strategy and profitability of its international franchise business. The role leads the Account Management team, partners with franchise owners and executive leadership, and runs the four annual Market Week sell-in cycles.
Responsibilities:
- Develop regional business strategies for franchise markets
- Lead relationships with franchise owners and executives
- Plan and execute four annual Market Week sell-in cycles
- Lead regional assortment and buying strategies
- Lead and develop a team of Account Managers
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in business, commerce, marketing or merchandising
- 15+ years in account management, buying or international business
- 5+ years of people leadership experience
- Experience managing international franchise or multi-market businesses
- Strong financial and analytical acumen
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Director |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 15+ years |
| Management experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Business, Commerce, Marketing, Merchandising |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Employee discount |
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The Aldo Group Inc / Le Groupe Aldo Inc.
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A journey to create a world of love, confidence, and belonging.
Full company description
Founded in 1972, the ALDO Group is one of the world’s leading fashion retailers. We specialize in the design and production of quality, stylish and accessible footwear and accessories. From our global head office based in Montreal, we operate a network of over 1,500 stores worldwide under our three signature banners: ALDO & Call It Spring. Guided by a strong set of values and aiming to influence society in both fashion and social responsibility, our purpose is to create a world of love, confidence, and belonging. We are advocates for diversity and inclusion, and for the environment. In 2018, we were the first fashion footwear and accessories company in the world to be certified climate neutral and we carry forward our sustainability journey.
- LinkedIn followers
- 125,685
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 6,122
- Reported office locations
- 905 Rue Hodge, Montreal, Quebec H4N 2B6, CA
- Schochenmühlestrasse 6, Baar, Zug 6340, CH
- Nan Ge West Road 1, Daojiao Town, 8th Floor, Guo Li Technology Building, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province 523071, CN
- Business categories
- Consumer Goods
- Lifestyle
- Retail
- Other recorded names
- The Aldo Group Inc / Le Groupe Aldo Inc.
- ALDO Group
- Specialties
- Footwear Design
- Footwear Production
- Handbags Design
- Handbags Production
- Accessories Design
- and Accessories Production
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Founded in 1972, the ALDO Group is one of the world’s leading fashion retailers. We specialize in the design and production of quality, stylish and accessible footwear and accessories. From our global head office based in Montreal, we operate a network of over 1,500 stores worldwide under our three signature banners: ALDO & Call It Spring. Guided by a strong set of values and aiming to influence society in both…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Montreal, Quebec |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1972 |
| Specialties | Footwear DesignFootwear ProductionHandbags DesignHandbags ProductionAccessories Designand Accessories Production |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 98 |
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About the ALDO Group
Specializing in stylish and accessible footwear, handbags, and accessories, the ALDO Group has been around for more than 50 years. With over 1,500 stores in more than 100 countries, we operate under two signature brands, ALDO and Call It Spring, and we are the core footwear partner for Sperry in North America. The ALDO Group is also an industry-recognized wholesale licensed partner, specializing in the design, sourcing, and distribution of fashion footwear, handbags, and accessories. Our diverse portfolio includes household brands such as ROXY, Brooks Brothers, Ted Baker, Hunter, and G.H.BASS. In addition to our head office in Montreal, the ALDO Group maintains international offices in Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.aldogroup.com.
Enjoy meaningful recognition, flexible work options, great on‑site perks, generous discounts, and the pride of being part of a brand that leads with people, the planet, and its partners at heart.
Overview
The Account Director, Franchise Markets is responsible for the overall business performance, growth strategy, and profitability of ALDO Group’s franchise business across international markets. The role partners closely with franchise owners, CEOs, and senior leadership teams to drive revenue growth, margin improvement, market expansion, and long-term brand success while ensuring alignment with ALDO Group’s commercial and brand objectives.
This role leads the Account Management team and works cross-functionally with Product Development, Merchandising, Planning, Retail Buying, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance to optimize business and product performance. The position has direct accountability for sales targets, assortment strategy, buying, pricing, inventory productivity, and in-season business management.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute regional business strategies that drive revenue growth, profitability, market share, and long-term expansion across franchise markets.
Lead and grow strategic relationships with franchise owners and executive leadership teams, aligning partners around shared business objectives and market opportunities.
Own the planning and execution of the four annual Market Week sell-in cycles, maximizing partner investment, sell-in results, and financial performance.
Lead regional product, assortment, and buying strategies to optimize revenue, margin, sell-through, and inventory productivity.
Identify consumer, product, and fashion trends across key markets and translate insights into market-relevant assortments, regional initiatives, and exclusive product opportunities.
Drive in-season business performance through replenishment strategies, inventory optimization, pricing, markdown management, and continuous performance analysis.
Lead, coach, and develop a team of Account Managers and related professionals while fostering a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative culture.
Influence cross-functional stakeholders and represent franchise market needs in key product, commercial, and strategic business decisions.
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, Marketing, Merchandising, or a related field.
15+ years of experience in account management, buying, merchandising, franchise, wholesale, retail, or international business.
5+ years of people leadership experience with responsibility for coaching, performance management, and talent development.
Significant experience managing international franchise or multi-market businesses, ideally across multiple international markets.
Proven track record of driving revenue growth, profitability, and margin improvement in complex international environments.
Strong buying, merchandising, assortment planning, and product management expertise.
Demonstrated experience leading seasonal buy and sell-in cycles and influencing senior stakeholders and strategic partners.
Strong financial acumen, analytical capability, and understanding of retail, franchising, and international market dynamics.
Building a culture of belonging
We firmly believe that the diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and identities is a fundamental strength of the ALDO Group. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and equitable work environment where everyone can reach their full potential and find their fit.
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