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With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people â we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.
ABOUT WILD
Hi there đ We are Wild. We are on a mission to remove single-use plastic from the bathroom, armed with our refillable, natural and scent-sational deodorants, body wash, haircare and lip balm. Since launching in 2020, we have quickly become one of Europeâs fastest growing start-ups đ
Now we are scaling aggressively in the US, where affiliate influencer marketing will be a key growth lever in this next phase of our expansion, particularly as we continue building an efficient, performance-led creator ecosystem ahead of our retail growth. Fancy coming along for the ride? đ
JOB PURPOSE
Are you passionate, driven and creative? Are you eager to work on one of the fastest growing start-up brand in the US? We are looking for the best marketing candidate to drive the commercial strategy for the retail division, while strategically aligning with direct-to-consumer initiatives to achieve holistic business growth for the WILD business in the US.
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Lead Director to lead the WILD business in the US, including natural and scent-sational deodorants, body wash, haircare and lip balm.
This is a high visibility role globally and offers plenty of scope for independent brand and team stewardship, strategic leadership, and creativity. It requires a seasoned leader, innovator, with a business mind and an individual whoâs passionate about brand development.
WHAT YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE
- Full ownership of the Retail P&L, responsible for driving exponential growth whilst continually optimizing profitability.
- Responsible for driving the commercial strategy for the retail division, while strategically aligning with direct-to-consumer initiatives to achieve holistic business growth.
- Owning the planning cycle and strategic direction of the retail arm of Wild getting buy-in from the leadership team and board.
- Building high level relationships with major decision makers at all key strategic partners and supporting the controllers to build their networks and impact across key accounts.
- Lead the development and execution of commercial strategies to drive brand awareness and growth within retail.
- Utilize extensive experience to mentor and empower a young leadership team, fostering the development of company culture and driving progress towards organizational goals.
- Set targets to increase visibility of retail across the company and using KPIs to drive team performance.
- Use category data and insights to drive sell-in of Wild across existing and new partners. Always looking for data and insights that can help propel the Wild story and position us at the forefront of the global refill revolution.
- Developing our shopper marketing plan to help grow ROS and exposure across our store footprint.
- Developing a lean and entrepreneurial team ensuring Wild can deliver its growth ambitions.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED
Experiences & Qualifications
- 12+ years of Marketing experience, Foods or well-rounded CPG experience preferred
- A proven track record of brand development/innovation program leadership â both core/renovation and new products/white space development
- Leading integrated communication programs, including the development of outstanding campaign rooted in social-first capabilities
- Drive for our digital transformation to adopt AI capabilities and new agency partnership models. Natural curiosity for emerging trends and technologies a must.
- Deep experience working with traditional and digital agencies to develop world class programs
- Financial acumen to own your P&L, understand how value is created through the brand, and shape growth plans
- Passionate about developing talent and teams, while both holding the bar high for performance and creating a psychologically safe environment
- Demonstrated passion for consumers we serve. Experience developing insight through consumer intimacy and translating such into business initiatives.
- Building strong cross-functional network to deliver through an extended team â welcoming category strategy, R&D, and supply chain voices to the table for effective collaboration
- Food industry experience a plus
- Sales and/or general management experience a plus
- WILD Experience Preferred
Pay
The pay range for this position is $221,100 to $386,925. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.
Bonus
This position is bonus eligible.
Long-Term Incentive (LTI)
This position is LTI eligible.
Benefits
Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
At Unilever, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee.
Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities.
For more information on your federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at NA.Accommodations@unilever.com. Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. The Protected Veterans or Individuals with Disabilities AAP narratives are available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment Monday through Friday during normal business hours at establishment.
ABOUT UNILEVER
With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people â we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.
ABOUT WILD
Hi there đ We are Wild. We are on a mission to remove single-use plastic from the bathroom, armed with our refillable, natural and scent-sational deodorants, body wash, haircare and lip balm. Since launching in 2020, we have quickly become one of Europeâs fastest growing start-ups đ
Now we are scaling aggressively in the US, where affiliate influencer marketing will be a key growth lever in this next phase of our expansion, particularly as we continue building an efficient, performance-led creator ecosystem ahead of our retail growth. Fancy coming along for the ride? đ
JOB PURPOSE
Are you passionate, driven and creative? Are you eager to work on one of the fastest growing start-up brand in the US? We are looking for the best marketing candidate to drive the commercial strategy for the retail division, while strategically aligning with direct-to-consumer initiatives to achieve holistic business growth for the WILD business in the US.
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Lead Director to lead the WILD business in the US, including natural and scent-sational deodorants, body wash, haircare and lip balm.
This is a high visibility role globally and offers plenty of scope for independent brand and team stewardship, strategic leadership, and creativity. It requires a seasoned leader, innovator, with a business mind and an individual whoâs passionate about brand development.
WHAT YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE
- Full ownership of the Retail P&L, responsible for driving exponential growth whilst continually optimizing profitability.
- Responsible for driving the commercial strategy for the retail division, while strategically aligning with direct-to-consumer initiatives to achieve holistic business growth.
- Owning the planning cycle and strategic direction of the retail arm of Wild getting buy-in from the leadership team and board.
- Building high level relationships with major decision makers at all key strategic partners and supporting the controllers to build their networks and impact across key accounts.
- Lead the development and execution of commercial strategies to drive brand awareness and growth within retail.
- Utilize extensive experience to mentor and empower a young leadership team, fostering the development of company culture and driving progress towards organizational goals.
- Set targets to increase visibility of retail across the company and using KPIs to drive team performance.
- Use category data and insights to drive sell-in of Wild across existing and new partners. Always looking for data and insights that can help propel the Wild story and position us at the forefront of the global refill revolution.
- Developing our shopper marketing plan to help grow ROS and exposure across our store footprint.
- Developing a lean and entrepreneurial team ensuring Wild can deliver its growth ambitions.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED
Experiences & Qualifications
- 12+ years of Marketing experience, Foods or well-rounded CPG experience preferred
- A proven track record of brand development/innovation program leadership â both core/renovation and new products/white space development
- Leading integrated communication programs, including the development of outstanding campaign rooted in social-first capabilities
- Drive for our digital transformation to adopt AI capabilities and new agency partnership models. Natural curiosity for emerging trends and technologies a must.
- Deep experience working with traditional and digital agencies to develop world class programs
- Financial acumen to own your P&L, understand how value is created through the brand, and shape growth plans
- Passionate about developing talent and teams, while both holding the bar high for performance and creating a psychologically safe environment
- Demonstrated passion for consumers we serve. Experience developing insight through consumer intimacy and translating such into business initiatives.
- Building strong cross-functional network to deliver through an extended team â welcoming category strategy, R&D, and supply chain voices to the table for effective collaboration
- Food industry experience a plus
- Sales and/or general management experience a plus
- WILD Experience Preferred
Pay
The pay range for this position is $221,100 to $386,925. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.
Bonus
This position is bonus eligible.
Long-Term Incentive (LTI)
This position is LTI eligible.
Benefits
Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
At Unilever, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee.
Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities.
For more information on your federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at NA.Accommodations@unilever.com. Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. The Protected Veterans or Individuals with Disabilities AAP narratives are available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment Monday through Friday during normal business hours at establishment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Commercial Lead Jobs
Target employers with a sponsorship track record
Companies that have filed H-1B petitions for commercial roles before are far more likely to sponsor again. Look for employers in enterprise software, consulting, and financial services, where Commercial Lead positions are well-established and sponsorship infrastructure already exists.
Align your degree to the role's field requirements
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the Commercial Lead function. Degrees in business administration, economics, finance, or marketing map cleanly. If your degree is in an unrelated field, relevant work experience and advanced credentials can strengthen your petition.
Get the specialty occupation framing right
Commercial Lead roles must clear the specialty occupation bar. Emphasize that the position requires theoretical and practical application of business strategy, revenue operations, or market analysis, not just general management skills that any bachelor's degree holder could perform.
Negotiate sponsorship terms before accepting an offer
Confirm whether the employer covers H-1B filing fees, legal costs, and premium processing before signing. Large employers legally cannot pass certain fees to employees, but smaller companies may try. Get sponsorship commitments in writing as part of your offer discussion.
Factor in H-1B lottery timing for your job search
H-1B registrations open in March for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT or a grace period, map your offer timeline against lottery dates. Cap-exempt employers, nonprofits, universities, and government research organizations, can file year-round without lottery constraints.
Consider O-1A if your commercial track record is strong
Commercial Leads with documented revenue impact, industry awards, high-profile client wins, or media coverage may qualify for the O-1A extraordinary ability visa. It bypasses the H-1B lottery entirely and can be filed any time of year with no annual cap.
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Find Commercial Lead JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Commercial Lead role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, business, finance, economics, or marketing all qualify. The key is that the job description must demonstrate the role requires specialized theoretical knowledge, not just general business experience any degree could support. Roles focused on revenue strategy, enterprise deal structuring, or market expansion typically clear this bar.
What visa options are available for Commercial Lead roles beyond H-1B?
Australians can use the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and 10,500 annual slots that have never been exhausted. Canadians and Mexicans may qualify under the TN visa for management consultants or economists, depending on how the role is scoped. O-1A is an option for candidates with a verifiable track record of commercial success, client impact, or industry recognition. L-1A covers transfers for those already employed by a multinational.
Where can I find Commercial Lead jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates who need sponsorship, every listing is from employers open to visa sponsorship, so you're not filtering through hundreds of roles that won't work for your situation. Commercial Lead positions appear regularly in tech, SaaS, and financial services verticals on the platform.
Does my degree need to be in a specific field to support a Commercial Lead H-1B petition?
It needs to relate to the work being performed, but the field doesn't have to be an exact match. A degree in business administration, economics, finance, marketing, or even engineering can support a Commercial Lead petition if the role involves business development, revenue operations, or market strategy. A general studies or unrelated degree creates risk, your employer's immigration attorney will typically flag this early in the process.
How does job-hopping between commercial roles affect my visa situation?
Each employer change on an H-1B requires a new petition unless you're transferring to a cap-exempt employer. Your new employer must file before you start, and the 60-day grace period after leaving a job gives you limited runway. For E-3 holders, you need to secure a new Labor Condition Application and typically return to a consulate for a new visa stamp. Plan the transition before you resign, not after.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Commercial Lead jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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