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Global Vice President, Sales & Marketing
Leatherman Tool Group | Portland, Oregon (On-site leadership role)
Must live within 50 miles of Portland, OR
“This role isn’t about maintaining a legacy. It’s about building the next one.”
Lead the Next Chapter of an Iconic Global Brand
Leatherman is more than a tool company — we build products that empower people to solve problems, explore boldly, and rely on craftsmanship that lasts a lifetime.
Now, we’re looking for a visionary commercial leader to shape what comes next.
This is a rare opportunity for a senior executive who has helped grow multiple consumer brands — across different stages, industries, and channels — and is ready to lead sales and marketing as one integrated global engine.
If you’ve built brands, scaled revenue, led omnichannel transformation, and aren’t afraid to take smart risks to drive growth… we want to meet you.
The Opportunity
As our Global VP of Sales & Marketing, you will:
- Own worldwide commercial strategy and execution
- Elevate the Leatherman brand across global markets
- Lead high-performing teams across sales, marketing, and digital
- Drive growth through innovation, customer obsession, and bold leadership
This is a strategic, hands-on role reporting directly to the CEO.
What You’ll Lead
Global Growth & Revenue
- Build and execute strategy to accelerate global sales performance
- Expand market share across established and emerging regions
- Deliver measurable, sustainable revenue growth
Brand Marketing Leadership
- Shape the global brand vision and storytelling
- Lead integrated campaigns across digital, retail, and partnerships
- Ensure consistent brand experience worldwide
Digital & Omnichannel Expansion
- Strengthen eCommerce, online marketplaces, and direct-to-consumer growth
- Drive modern customer engagement across platforms and channels
- Champion data-driven marketing and performance insights
Cross-Functional Executive Influence
- Partner with Product, Operations, Finance, and Innovation teams
- Align go-to-market strategy with business priorities
- Build trust, clarity, and momentum across the organization
Culture & Team Development
- Develop a collaborative, accountable, high-performing global team
- Lead with humility, courage, and vision
- Create an environment where people thrive and brands grow
The Executive Profile We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a leader who has:
- Held a Senior Director, VP, or executive-level role leading sales and marketing
- Experience across 3–4 different brands/companies (mix of large growth-stage preferred)
- Proven success driving global revenue growth and brand expansion
- Deep expertise in:
- Brand leadership
- eCommerce digital transformation
- Omnichannel sales strategy
- Marketplace platforms
- Customer-centric commercial execution
You’re someone who:
- Thinks strategically but acts decisively
- Isn’t afraid to miss the mark while pushing innovation forward
- Builds teams, develops leaders, and raises the bar
- Understands global markets and modern consumers
Location Requirement
This is a highly collaborative leadership role based at our headquarters in Portland, Oregon.
Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Portland or be willing to relocate immediately.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer an executive-level package including:
- Competitive base salary annual bonus
- Long-term incentive opportunity
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO holidays
- Product discounts
- A purpose-driven culture rooted in craftsmanship and integrity
Ready to Build What’s Next?
If you’re a bold commercial leader ready to shape the future of an iconic American brand, we’d love to connect.
Apply through our careers page at www.leatherman.com or email your cover letter and resume directly to: kimberly.matthews@leatherman.com