Director, International Growth & Strategic Partnerships

We’re seeking a dynamic, strategic leader to own and scale our international business. As Director of International Growth & Strategic Partnerships , you will lead the development and execution of our global expansion strategy—unlocking new markets, building high-impact partnerships, and establishing the frameworks needed to scale with discipline.

Structured as a leadership role, this is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic and entrepreneurial leader who is fluent in utilizing AI, excited to make a global impact, and thrives in a culture that values both high performance and having fun.

This role represents one of the company’s most important growth pillars and offers significant visibility across senior leadership.

What You’ll Own

You will lead the international business end-to-end, shaping strategy while driving execution:

• Define and lead global growth strategy across priority international markets
• Own market prioritization & expansion sequencing , ensuring disciplined, strategic growth
• Build and manage partnerships with distributors, strategic partners, and global marketplace players
• Drive distributor governance & partner performance , ensuring accountability and alignment with business objectives
• Protect and elevate the brand through strong brand control across international markets
• Own the global marketplace partner interface , ensuring external partners enhance—not replace—internal ownership
• Negotiate commercial agreements that deliver long-term value, profitability, and scalability
• Establish operating frameworks for partner selection, governance, performance management, and escalation
• Lead international planning & forecasting , improving visibility and decision-making rigor
• Analyze market dynamics including trends, competition, geopolitics, and regulatory changes
• Solve complex challenges using strong critical thinking, adaptability, and AI-enabled insights
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Regulatory, Marketing, Product Development, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, and Wholesale teams
• Represent the international business in executive discussions with clear, data-driven recommendations
• Lead and develop your team , shaping its evolution as the business scales

What Makes You a Strong Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Business, Marketing, or related field (MBA strongly preferred)
• 8+ years in international business development, partnerships, or commercial leadership
• 5+ years in consumer products, supplements, health & wellness, or related industries (preferred)
• Proven success building and scaling international partnerships , distributor networks, or marketplace relationships
• Experience leading people directly and growing team capability over time
• Strong track record navigating global markets , including market entry strategy, regulatory coordination, distributor governance, brand control
• Exceptional strategic thinking, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity , solve complex problems, and influence across geographies
• AI fluency —you actively leverage AI to improve decisions, productivity, and execution
• Strong cross-functional leadership in fast-paced environments
• Excellent communication and executive presence
• A mindset that embraces ownership, impact, and fun

Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to:

• Own a core pillar of global growth with meaningful revenue impact
• Build and scale international strategy from the ground up
• Influence where and how the company expands globally
• Shape high-value partnerships that define long-term success
• Leverage AI to modernize and accelerate global decision-making
• Operate at the intersection of strategy, partnerships, and execution