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Head of Direct, Canada at Dyson

Head of Direct, Canada

Dyson · Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Head of Direct, Canada

Dyson · Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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About the Role

The Head of Direct (eCommerce) defines and delivers the growth strategy for Dyson Canada's eCommerce and Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) business. This role owns the Direct P&L and commercial strategy across DysonCanada.ca, Dyson-owned retail stores, marketplaces, and Customer Care, with primary accountability for growth through DysonCanada.ca. The role drives sustainable growth, exceptional customer experiences, and strong commercial performance in support of Dyson Canada's overall business objectives and premium brand positioning.

Responsibilities

  • Define and champion the long-term vision for Dyson Canada's eCommerce and DTC business.
  • Own the eCommerce and DTC go-to-market strategy, creating compelling reasons for consumers to buy Direct through differentiated products, services, experiences, and commercial initiatives.
  • Develop the strategic roadmap for DysonCanada.ca and the broader Direct business, identifying opportunities for sustainable growth and customer engagement.
  • Create alignment across the organization behind a clear growth agenda that supports both eCommerce performance and broader business objectives.
  • Act as the steward of the Dyson brand across all Direct channels, balancing premium customer experiences with commercial objectives.
  • Own the Direct business P&L, delivering revenue, profitability, and sustainable growth.
  • Lead the commercial strategy and trading agenda for DysonCanada.ca and the broader Direct business.
  • Develop integrated commercial plans across trading, marketing, operations, finance, and people.
  • Lead forecasting, performance management, and trading reviews to deliver against ambitious growth targets and identify opportunities and manage risks.
  • Ensure the capabilities, processes, and resources are in place to support continued growth.
  • Balance short-term performance with long-term strategic objectives.
  • Lead cross-functional execution of the eCommerce and DTC growth strategy across Marketing, Sales, Customer Service, Retail, Logistics, and Finance.
  • Partner with Marketing and Category teams to develop go-to-market plans, media strategies, and customer acquisition initiatives that support business objectives.
  • Ensure Direct priorities are embedded in product launches, commercial activations, and key business initiatives.
  • Own the end-to-end customer journey across Direct channels, delivering a seamless premium experience that drives conversion, customer satisfaction, and NPS.
  • Drive continuous optimization of DysonCanada.ca through consumer insights, analytics, and best practices.
  • Respond with agility to changing customer, market, and competitive dynamics.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing team focused on accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Evolve the capabilities, skills, and operating model required to support future growth.
  • Strengthen eCommerce, digital, commercial, and operational capabilities across the business.
  • Partner with regional and global teams to share insights, adopt best practices, and identify new opportunities.
  • Champion innovation and continuous improvement to strengthen Dyson Canada's competitive position.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of eCommerce, digital commerce, and consumer growth leadership experience.
  • Expertise in eCommerce trading, site merchandising, conversion optimization, and customer journey management.
  • Strong commercial acumen with experience owning and managing P&Ls.
  • Experience leading performance marketing, customer acquisition, and digital media strategies that drive growth.
  • Understanding of CRM, lifecycle marketing, email marketing, and customer acquisition strategies.
  • Experience developing affiliate marketing and partnership programs.
  • Experience managing third-party marketplaces and platform partnerships.
  • Proven success delivering growth within a premium consumer brand.
  • Experience leading eCommerce businesses across owned channels and third-party platforms.
  • Strong understanding of customer experience, consumer behavior, and digital commerce trends.
  • Broad knowledge of eCommerce operations and infrastructure, including logistics, fulfillment, digital platforms, analytics, and marketing technology.
  • Experience in premium brands, DTC businesses, or third-party platform ecosystems is an asset.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Skills

  • Strategic thinking
  • Commercial acumen
  • Business planning
  • Leadership
  • Influencing without direct authority
  • Team alignment
  • Collaboration
  • Executive stakeholder management
  • Communication
  • Presentation
  • Storytelling
  • Data analysis
  • Insight generation
  • Experimentation
  • Relationship building
  • Hands-on execution
  • Results-oriented mindset
  • Adaptability in dynamic environments
  • Challenging the status quo
  • Driving change
  • Continuous improvement
  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Proactiveness
  • Accountability
  • Integrity
  • Judgment
  • Professionalism

Location

  • Toronto

Work Type

  • Onsite

Experience Level

  • 10+ years

Salary/Compensations

  • $161,600 - $202,000 annually + bonus opportunity

Benefits

  • Dyson Matching RSP contributions
  • Company Paid Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Dyson Product Discounts
  • Competitive Paid Time Off including Floater Holiday, Sick, and Vacation Time
  • Generous Maternity Leave Program
  • Employee Assistance Program

About the Company

  • Dyson is a global technology enterprise focused on growth across more categories, locations, and people.
  • Dyson Canada launched in 2006 with headquarters in Toronto and has been recognized as a top employer.
  • The company has expanded exponentially across various teams and is committed to campus culture for collaboration, development, and learning.
  • Dyson fosters a fantastic social and dynamic environment through its campus culture.

Equal Opportunity

  • Dyson is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment that reflects the diversity of the community.
  • Reasonable accommodation will be provided during the recruitment process for persons with disabilities upon request.
  • Dyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other dimension of diversity.