Job Description
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted global brands Shark and Ninja the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham Massachusetts with more than 4100 associates the company's products are sold at key retailers online and offline and through distributors around the world.
SharkNinja is seeking a high-impact Director Pure Players - LATAM Expansion to own and scale the company's Amazon and Mercado Libre businesses in LATAM (excluding Mexico). This role carries full commercial and operational accountability for Pure Player performance in-market including revenue growth profitability execution excellence and platform partnership development.
The Director will act as the single-threaded owner of LATAM Expansion markets Pure Player strategy translating SharkNinja's Global Amazon COE playbook into locally relevant execution across both Amazon and Mercado Libre. This leader will manage in-market performance pods influence cross-functional partners and serve as the senior point of contact with Amazon Brazil and Mercado Libre LATAM Expansion markets leadership.
This role reports directly to the VP Pure Players - Americas Expansion; partnering closely with the Global Pureplay COE LATAM strategy leadership and Americas retail stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
P&L Ownership & Commercial Leadership
- Own the Pure Player P&L for LATAM Expansion markets including Amazon and Mercado Libre.
- Deliver sustainable growth in POS contribution margin and retailer gross margin.
- Set annual and quarterly revenue margin and investment targets across platforms.
- Balance growth ambitions with long-term channel strategy protection.
Platform Strategy & Joint Business Planning
- Lead Amazon Brazil and Mercado Libre LATAM strategies aligned to COE principles and local market dynamics.
- Own development and execution of Joint Business Plans (JBPs) with both platforms.
- Lead senior-level negotiations across promotions media visibility fulfillment programs and commercial terms.
- Build and maintain executive relationships with Amazon and Mercado Libre leadership teams.
Operating Model & Execution Excellence
- Deploy the COE maturity model and High Impact Initiatives across LATAM Expansion markets.
- Establish disciplined operating rhythms (WBRs MBRs QBRs) with clear KPI ownership.
- Drive excellence across pricing promotions content media conversion inventory and fulfillment.
- Ensure retail readiness for key tentpoles and peak moments.
People & Pod Leadership
- Lead and develop the LATAM Pure Player performance pod including Amazon and Mercado Libre account leads.
- Foster a high-performance culture grounded in accountability speed and continuous improvement.
- Coach teams to operate as owners not order-takers.
Cross-Functional & Regional Collaboration
- Partner closely with Marketing Product Operations Finance and Supply Chain to align Pure Player strategies with broader LATAM and Americas priorities.
- Coordinate with LATAM and Global COE leaders to scale best practices and drive capability building.
- Lead cross-platform and cross-market initiatives as needed.
Insights Governance & Executive Communication
- Serve as the executive voice for Pure Players in LATAM Expansion markets.
- Provide clear data-driven updates on performance risks and opportunities to senior leadership.
- Ensure strong forecasting inventory planning and risk mitigation.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Marketing Digital Commerce or related field (MBA is a plus).
- 8+ years of experience in digital commerce sales or marketing including at least 4+ years managing Amazon + Mercado Libre business directly (ideally in LATAM).
- Deep understanding of Amazon + Mercado Libre's retail platform algorithms and commercial levers including advertising content pricing promotions and operational metrics.
- Experience managing high-level retail negotiations and JBPs.
- Proven leadership in developing digital commerce strategies in FMCG or Consumer Electronics / Durable Goods industries.
- Fluency in Portuguese Spanish and English
- Strong analytical mindset with hands-on experience using retail analytics sell-out tools and eCommerce KPIs.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and commercial orientation.
- Customer- and consumer-obsessed with a strong sense of ownership.
- Highly collaborative able to influence cross-functional teams and lead through others.
- Skilled in digital merchandising performance marketing and retail media.
- Analytical and data-driven with strong executional discipline.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced matrixed organizations across regions and time zones.
Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is displayed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market skills education experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
The Company offers the following benefits for this position subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance flexible spending accounts health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution 401(k) retirement plan with matching employee stock purchase program life insurance AD&D short-term disability insurance long-term disability insurance generous paid time off company holidays parental leave identity theft protection pet insurance pre-paid legal insurance back-up child and eldercare days product discounts referral bonus program and more.
Pay Range
$146300-$258300 USD
Our Culture
At SharkNinja we don't just raise the bar-we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible push boundaries and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane you'll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance retirement plans paid time off employee stock purchase options wellness programs SharkNinja product discounts and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join you're not just part of a company-you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together we won't just launch products-we'll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja Diversity Equity and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work making an impact and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership associates and our community we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
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Outrageously Extraordinary
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We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin sex gender gender expression sexual orientation age marital status veteran status disability or any other class protected by legislation and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at [email protected]
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business Marketing Digital Commerce or related field (MBA is a plus)
- 8+ years of experience in digital commerce sales or marketing
- 4+ years managing Amazon + Mercado Libre business directly
- Deep understanding of Amazon + Mercado Libre's retail platform
- Experience managing high-level retail negotiations and JBPs
- Proven leadership in developing digital commerce strategies in FMCG or Consumer Electronics
- Fluency in Portuguese Spanish and English
- Strong analytical mindset using retail analytics sell-out tools and eCommerce KPIs
What the Team is Saying




SharkNinja Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Healthcare Strength—Feedback suggests multiple medical plan options with dental and vision are offered alongside mental‑health resources. This breadth positions healthcare as a strong component of the package.
- Retirement Support—Feedback suggests a 401(k) with company match is included supporting longer‑term financial security. This foundation complements the broader total‑rewards mix.
- Leave & Time Off Breadth—Feedback suggests paid time off paid parental leave and “Summer Fridays” are part of the offering. These elements signal attention to rest and family time.
SharkNinja Insights
What We Do
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted global brands Shark and Ninja the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham Massachusetts with more than 4000 associates the company’s products are sold at key retailers online and offline and through distributors around the world.
Why Work With Us
Whether your passion is engineering designing marketing or developing at SharkNinja you’ll find we’re all about people. We work together to create world-class products that delight our consumers. Building an admired consumer products problem solving engine is hard; we do it better than others by operating differently.
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