VP of Partnerships
Company Description
Mall of Trends is a fashion and lifestyle blog and online luxury retailer focused on delivering classy, affordable off-the-rack and custom-fit clothing without compromising on quality or style. The company curates collections of apparel, footwear, and accessories from sought-after brands, making it easy for customers to find the products they love in one place. In addition to retail, Mall of Trends offers regular style and life advice, engaging customers beyond shopping. The team operates as a tight-knit group dedicated to treating customers with the care and respect they would offer their own families. Products are available online and in Turkey via Dolap.com under @Mallofbrands, with a strong commitment to excellent service and high-quality offerings. Role Description The VP of Partnerships is a full-time, remote role responsible for building, leading, and scaling strategic partnerships that drive brand visibility, revenue growth, and customer engagement. This role oversees identification and evaluation of potential partners, including fashion brands, influencers, platforms, and marketplaces, and negotiates partnership agreements that align with Mall of Trends’ business goals. The VP of Partnerships collaborates closely with marketing, merchandising, and operations to co-create campaigns, joint promotions, and exclusive collections, ensuring a seamless partner and customer experience. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing the partnership pipeline, nurturing existing relationships, analyzing performance metrics, and adjusting strategies based on data and market trends. The role also involves developing partnership processes, leading cross-functional initiatives, and representing Mall of Trends at industry events, virtual meetings, and key external touchpoints.
Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in strategic partnerships, business development, or alliances, ideally within fashion, retail, e-commerce, or lifestyle sectors. Strong negotiation, contract management, and stakeholder relationship skills, with a track record of closing and scaling high-impact partnerships. Proficiency in market analysis, performance tracking, and data-driven decision-making to optimize partner portfolios and campaigns. Leadership experience managing cross-functional teams or projects, with the ability to influence without direct authority and drive alignment around shared goals. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present partnership proposals and results to executive-level stakeholders. Comfort working in a remote, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Familiarity with digital marketing, influencer marketing, and social media collaboration models is highly beneficial. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field; an advanced degree or equivalent experience is a plus. Global mindset and cultural awareness, with experience or interest in international markets such as Turkey and broader online retail ecosystems.