Óscar García Maceiras

Óscar García Maceiras is the current Chief Executive Officer of Inditex, the parent company of Zara, renowned for positioning the group at the forefront of global fashion, digital transformation, and sustainability since his appointment in 2021. García Maceiras has guided Inditex through record financial growth, market expansion, and continued innovation.

Early Life and Education

Born in A Coruña in 1975, García Maceiras holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from the Universidade de A Coruña and a PhD in Law from Universidad CEU San Pablo. His career began as a State Attorney in A Coruña from 2001 to 2005, establishing a strong foundation in legal and public administration.

Career Background

Transitioning to the private sector in 2005, García Maceiras joined Banco Pastor as Chief Legal Officer and later became General and Board Secretary. In 2012, he was named Deputy Secretary of the Board and Head of Corporate Legal at Banco Popular, and later that year, he took on the role of Managing Director of Corporate Development and Legal Affairs at SAREB, helping manage assets arising from Spain’s banking restructuring. By 2016, García Maceiras joined Banco Santander as Group General Counsel and Deputy Secretary of the Board of Directors.

Leadership at Inditex

García Maceiras joined Inditex in 2021 as General Counsel and Secretary of the Board and soon became CEO. His first full year in office, 2022, was marked by “exceptional” performance despite global uncertainties. He works in close partnership with Chairwoman Marta Ortega Pérez, who became Chairperson at the same time.

Achievements and Initiatives

During García Maceiras’ tenure, Inditex saw:

• Turnover rose 17.5% to €32.57 billion and net profit up 27% to €4.13 billion in 2022.
• Record retail footfall up 23%, achieved despite 10% fewer stores and 6% less retail space due to suspended operations in Russia and Ukraine.
• Online sales rose to €7.8 billion, with digital platforms representing 24% of global revenues and a goal of 30% by 2024.
• Store openings in 33 countries in 2022, including expansion in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany.

He led:

• Major investments in logistics and technology, with €1.6 billion allocated for facility upgrades in Arteixo, Zaragoza, Lelystad, Tordera, and Sallent.
• Sustainability initiatives targeting net zero emissions by 2040, with the latest targets set in 2023.
• Wage improvements for shop staff in Spain.

García Maceiras emphasizes Inditex’s integrated model:

• Seamless online and physical retail experience.
• Stable pricing policy, selective adjustments, and strong margins without sacrificing customer value.

Recent Developments

In 2024–2025, García Maceiras reaffirmed that Inditex has “great growth opportunities in all markets, including the United States,” focusing on disciplined investment and further global expansion. The group has also strengthened social responsibility, funding education initiatives for female workers in Bangladesh and cultural projects at Dhaka University.

Legacy and Vision

Óscar García Maceiras has shaped Inditex as an agile, responsible leader in fashion, excelling in digital transformation and sustainability. His tenure is distinguished by record-breaking growth, disciplined innovation, robust employee relations, and global ambition. As Inditex continues to evolve, García Maceiras’s leadership ensures the company remains adaptable, profitable, and committed to positive industry transformation.

Milestones and Achievements