Description
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
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
Requirements
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.
