waterdrop® inspires consumers to live healthier, more sustainable lives by drinking more water — www.waterdrop.com
General Manager
Location
United Kingdom
Posted
10 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
General Manager
waterdrop®
• Full ownership of the UK market across all channels — define and execute the growth strategy in alignment with global direction • Build waterdrop® into a leading hydration brand and shape the UK market entry / expansion roadmap • Drive expansion across retail, wholesale & distribution and strategic partnerships (fitness, hospitality, corporate, sports) • Lead major commercial negotiations and build long-term relationships with key partners and accounts • Establish waterdrop® as a premium, lifestyle-driven hydration brand and translate the global brand into locally relevant execution • Drive awareness through retail presence, activations, partnerships, community-led initiatives and full-on marketing campaigns (digital and offline) • Build, lead and develop a high-performing UK team with a culture of ownership, speed and accountability • Act as the central connector between UK and global teams • Full responsibility for UK financial performance — drive revenue growth, margin improvement and cost discipline • Own budgeting, forecasting and business planning • Work closely with global teams (brand, product, supply chain, finance) and act as the main interface between UK and HQ • Ensure strong execution across all channels, oversee logistics and supply, and ensure compliance with UK regulatory requirements
Job Requirements
- Strong commercial leader with proven experience in B2B / retail / distribution / digital, ideally in the UK CPG landscape
- Track record of building or scaling a brand in a competitive market and securing high-impact distribution partnerships
- Proven P&L ownership with the ability to drive sustainable, profitable growth
- Entrepreneurial mindset, execution-focused, comfortable in high-growth, fast-paced environments
- Strong leadership skills with experience building and developing high-performing teams
- Clear, structured communicator with strong stakeholder management across global and local teams
Benefits
- The chance to build something from the ground up in one of waterdrop®'s most important growth markets
- Full ownership of a key strategic market — shape and lead the UK business from day one
- Entrepreneurial environment with short decision paths, strong autonomy and real freedom to build
- International exposure working closely with global teams across brand, product and commercial
- Competitive package with performance-based components, reflecting the seniority of the role
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