Nicolas D.

CEO at HOFF

Spain

About

🔴 About me 🔴 I am recognized as an accomplished, performance-oriented business leader with 24 years of rich experience in executive management, general management, and providing visionary leadership to streamline sales operations of renowned multinational brands such as Nike & Inditex. Throughout my professional career, I have demonstrated a history of success and consistency in maximizing profitability by managing multi-cultural teams in a dynamic business environment. I possess a commendable track record of developing and implementing successful strategies to increase market share and drive business growth. Being a robust sales leader, I have extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in the e-commerce business, retail industry, product & merchandising and marketing to streamline business operations. Key focus includes strategic communication, stakeholder management, product/ merchandisng, retail management, brand awareness, finance management, and administering retail operations. 🔴 Core Skills & Competencies 🔴 Sales Management, Business Leadership, Team Management, Project Management, Marketing Trends, Technology Integration, Brand Development, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Digital Marketing, Contract Negotiations, Revenue Growth, KPI Metrics, Financial Reporting & Analysis, Decision-Making & Problem-Solving, Superior Communication.

Experience

  • CEO at HOFF at HOFF
    Apr 2026 - Present · 4 mos

  • CEO at Canyon Bicycles at Canyon Bicycles GmbH
    Mar 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 5 mos

  • Nike (10 yrs 11 mos)
    • Vice President/ General Manager Jordan Brand for EMEA at Nike,Inc
      Nov 2021 - Mar 2022 · 5 mos

    • GM Jordan EMEA
      Aug 2018 - Nov 2021 · 3 yrs 4 mos

      I spearheaded and mentored the EMEA Jordan team to generate a revenue of $840M in turnover and 3x business expansion in 3 years. Also, I defined, identified, and mitigated E-Commerce offenses in collaboration with cross-functional teams as well as built Jordan’s B2B strategy, platform, and seasonal geographical Go-to-market activities to maximize productivity.

    • GM Football for Southern Europe
      Oct 2015 - Aug 2018 · 2 yrs 11 mos

      I defined, developed, and executed Nike Football vision & goals for Spain, Portugal, and Italy to generate a revenue of $350M in turnover while doubling the business in 3years. I also managed SE portfolio of Clubs (FC. Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, InterMilano, ASRoma), which includes: ◾ Retail: Developed a fleet of doors in different Tiers to manage the club's retail business. ◾ Licensing: Developed product and managed all licensing business of Nike SE Football Clubs. ◾ Digital: Managed e-commerce business in collaboration with in-house or external partners. ◾ Marketing: Developed marketing campaigns for brand awareness and maximized revenue growth.

  • Inditex (13 yrs 2 mos)
    • Global Director ZARA Women Shoes & Bags
      Jan 2004 - Apr 2011 · 7 yrs 4 mos

      I managed the profit and loss account for ZARA WOMEN footwear and handbags by launching and spearheading the e-commerce platform with an excellent success rate. Achievements: ◾ Increased the shares from 4% to 12% and generated over €687 million revenue. ◾ Developed and spearheaded the Head Office team of 88 employees. ◾ Managed 1422 stores in 78 countries.

    • Global Director PULL & BEAR Footwear
      Mar 2001 - Nov 2004 · 3 yrs 9 mos

      I managed 20 employees, €67 million budget, and 241 stores in 14 countries.

    • Product Manager Footwear for Pull & Bear
      Mar 1998 - Mar 2001 · 3 yrs 1 mo

      I managed 122 national and international stores and while maximizing sales and revenue.

  • Executive Assistant & Sales Representative at Grupo Sala Hermanos (Volkswagen- Audi)
    Feb 1997 - Feb 1998 · 1 yr 1 mo

    I managed communication, advertising, & public relations and directed sales of Volkswagen, Audi, and Skoda vehicles.