Associate Manager, Brand Management

Job Description

Summary:

The Associate Brand Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting category growth initiatives and reimaging the way we work.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong consumer-centric mindset, demonstrating initiative, creativity, and a passion for beauty and product innovation.

The Associate Manager should thrive in a dynamic environment, always embracing agile learning and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:



* Supports the implementation of brand and product strategy
+ Assists in go-to market plans, product pipeline development, and product assortment strategy.
+ Helps develop product briefs and guides product messaging and content direction.


* Assists in process improvement & lifecycle management to drive overall brand efficiency, (e.g., optimizing price increases, sampling, product lifecycle mgmt.

projects)


* Sales Analytics & Reporting: Assists in sales analysis and metrics reporting to inform business decisions, including monitoring the competitive landscape and consumer trends to identify opportunities for category growth

Requirements:



* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.


* 3+ years of related business experience; beauty and/or retail experience preferred.


* Strong strategic, analytical, and creative skills.


* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-service-oriented environment.


* Proactive problem-solving skills and a positive attitude.


* Team player with the ability to build collaborative relationships.


* Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).


* Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple priorities.


* Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.


* Strong organizational and time management skills.


* Previous exposure to Process Improvement and Project Management a strong plus