Director Strategy & Operations (Marketing)

TL;DR

Director Strategy & Operations (Marketing): Shaping and driving the strategic, operational, and transformation agenda for the Marketing function with an accent on translating company strategy into actionable portfolios and outcomes. Focus on leading cross-functional programs, designing operating cadences, and implementing complex regulatory changes such as DMA and DSA.

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Company

hirify.global is a leading Fortune 500 e-commerce conglomerate and one of the largest travel platforms in the world.

What you will do

• Define and evolve the multi-year strategy and vision for the Marketing department in alignment with company goals.
• Design and run the business operating cadence, including annual planning, quarterly reviews, and OKR tracking.
• Lead critical, cross-functional programs and change initiatives, managing dependencies and risks across multiple departments.
• Directly manage and mentor a high-performing team of professionals across Strategy, Business Operations, and Program Management.
• Oversee the implementation of privacy and legal requirements, including DMA and DSA legislation, in coordination with the Chief Privacy Officer.
• Act as a primary strategic thought partner to the CMO and the Marketing Leadership Team.

Requirements

• 10–15+ years of relevant experience in strategy, management consulting, corporate development, or business operations.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional initiatives with senior stakeholders at the VP, SVP, or ELT level in complex global organizations.
• Significant experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and developing senior talent.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or Data preferred.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, advanced stakeholder management, and structured problem-solving capabilities.
• Must be based in or able to work from Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a massive global organization spanning 70 countries.
• Values-driven environment emphasizing customer-centricity, ownership, and continuous learning.
• Collaborative culture focused on succeeding together and diverse perspectives.
• Professional growth within a high-impact role reporting directly to the CMO.