About Polarn O. Pyret
Polarn O. Pyret is a leading Swedish childrenswear brand, founded in 1976 with a vision to create high-quality, sustainable, and timeless clothing for children. Known for its signature stripes and durable designs, the brand combines functionality with Scandinavian style. Today, Polarn O. Pyret operates across multiple markets through e-commerce, retail, and wholesale, always driven by a commitment to quality, sustainability, and making clothes that can be loved and passed on from child to child.
About the Role
We are looking for a strategic and commercially driven Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) to take full ownership of the global commercial agenda. In this key role, you will lead the company’s strategy across eCommerce, marketplaces, and retail, driving profitable growth while safeguarding brand strength and long-term sustainability.
As part of the Global Management Team, you will work closely with the CEO and Board to define strategic priorities, scale international expansion, and align commercial performance with customer value. This is a unique opportunity to step into an executive leadership role where digital growth is at the core. In this role you will:
- Lead and own the global commercial strategy across eCommerce, marketplaces, and retail.
- Drive sales, profitability, and margin delivery through a data-led approach.
- Take full accountability for digital performance, including conversion, retention, and customer lifetime value.
- Champion innovation in digital platforms, UX, A/B testing, and merchandising.
- Align retail operations with digital strategy to ensure a seamless customer experience.
- Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing commercial organisation.
- Partner with the CEO and Board on strategic planning and investment decisions.
Your Background
The ideal candidate has extensive experience in commercial leadership roles within D2C consumer brands. You combine strategic vision with operational execution and have a proven track record of scaling digital channels as a core revenue driver. You are comfortable leading teams, influencing at board level, and making data-driven commercial decisions in an international context. You are someone who has:
- 5+ years of commercial leadership experience with full P&L responsibility.
- A proven track record of scaling eCommerce and digital channels internationally.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing senior managers.
- The ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution.
- Strong analytical skills and a data-driven, commercial mindset.
- Fluency in English (Swedish is a plus).
What Polarn O. Pyret Offers
This is a rare opportunity to join a brand with a strong foundation and clear mandate for digital growth. You will have full ownership of the global commercial agenda and the ability to shape the next chapter of an established, values-driven brand. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on impact!
Application Process
This is a full-time executive role based in Stockholm with a hybrid working policy.
If you have any questions about the role, feel free to contact Jennifer Holmgren at Jennifer@ecommercerecruit.se.
Applications are reviewed continuously, so we recommend submitting yours early to be part of the selection process.
