Sephora USA

Senior Manager, Brand Marketing, Hair

Sephora USA$155K — $174K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years experience in brand management/marketing within consumer-facing sectors
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptable thinking
  • Exceptional presentation skills for diverse audiences
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Proven organizational and time management capabilities
  • Strong ability to build relationships and function within cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

  • Lead marketing initiatives for 23 brands, managing relationships effectively.
  • Understand brand priorities and product offerings deeply.
  • Advise senior marketing leaders on strategic and tactical decisions.
  • Provide marketing guidance on messaging, social media, and more.
  • Support brands with limited resources on marketing best practices.
  • Foster strong partnerships to enhance brand participation in Sephora's programs.
  • Analyze and report on return on investment for marketing expenditures.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for employees and their families.
  • 401k plan with 4% matching and a unique student debt retirement plan.
  • Flexible work/life balance with PTO and protected leave options.
  • Career advancement opportunities with access to training and tuition reimbursement.
  • 30% discount on products and opportunities for free merchandise.
  • Comprehensive mental health and financial coaching resources.
Full Job Description
Job ID: 290492
Location Name: CA-FSC SF Off (0174)
Address: 350 Mission St, 20th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94105, United States (US)
Job Type: Full Time
Position Type: Regular
Job Function: Marketing
Work Location: Hybrid Schedule

Your Role at Sephora: Ready for a career glow up? As Senior Marketing Manager, Brand Marketing, you'll be responsible for establishing marketing plans for Sephora brand partners that drive sales and grow clients for brands and the Hair category. The work you do will impact beauty, as you partner with brands to optimize programs using Sephora's marketing levers. You'll be part of a team that's united in beauty, supported by those who are equally passionate about driving sales and growing clients for our brand partners.

What You'll Do:
  • Lead as main marketing contact for approximately 23 brands simultaneously, owning the relationship outright.
  • Develop a keen understanding of the brands' businesses, priorities, and products.
  • Navigate conversations with and advise senior-most marketing leaders in the brands' organizations on both the strategic and tactical level.
  • Advise brands on how to succeed at Sephora from a channel marketing standpoint, including consumer messaging, sampling strategy, social media strategy, co-op advertising, and creative.
  • For select brands with limited marketing means, advise on general marketing strategy and the best use of marketing resources.
  • Develop strong partnerships, securing brand participation in relevant Sephora marketing programs.
  • Analyze and report on Sephora and brand ROI for collaborative marketing programs and sampling investments.
  • Procure and manage Beauty Insider sampling, Play (subscription) sampling, and promotional plans for brands.
  • Identify opportunities for new co-op marketing programs and partnerships, building the business case for new ideas and innovations.
  • Serve as the go-to marketing contact for the Sephora category merchant(s).
  • Build reciprocal partnerships cross-functionally in a highly matrixed organization.
  • Employ a strategic approach to process, organizing and dividing work effectively.
  • Serve as mentor and role-model to junior team members and cross-functional partners.
  • Demonstrate Sephora values of Passion for Client Service, Innovation, Expertise, Balance, Respect for All, Teamwork, and Initiative.

What You'll Bring:
  • 8+ years related experience in brand management/marketing in a consumer-facing business, digital content publisher, or digital agency.
  • Proactive problem-solving skills; ability to anticipate obstacles and quickly generate alternate solutions/ideas.
  • Honed presentation skills; confidence in presenting point of view in multiple forums, including leadership level.
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
  • Creative self-starter with a can-do positive attitude and a roll-up-your-sleeves approach.
  • Proven ability to lead, build relationships, and work effectively in a highly cross-functional team.
  • Passion for Sephora, our programs, clients, store associates, and marketing.
  • Ability to travel as required. #LI-AZ1

What You'll Get:

The annual base salary range for this position is $155.975,00 - $174.325,00 The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the applicant's qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will perform the job. Individuals employed in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses. This job will be posted for a minimum of five days.
  • Caring Community. You'll collaborate with teammates who are equally passionate about innovating and driving the industry forward - together, united in beauty.
  • Fulfilling Path. Your career transformation starts here, with opportunities that will challenge, stretch and develop your skills.
  • Meaningful Work. As you make an impact on beauty, you'll feel and see the positive change (consumer, industry, and social) that your individual voice is a part of.


Rewards as Unique as You:

Some benefits have eligibility requirements and may depend on job classification and length of employment.
  • Health. Choose a healthcare plan to fit you and your family's needs with medical, dental, and vision coverage. Sephora also fully covers our employees' disability and life insurance.
  • Wealth. We offer a competitive 401k with 4% match as well as FSA and HSA programs. We also offer a Student Debt Retirement plan, where your student loan payments qualify to earn the 401k match from Sephora.
  • Balance. You'll be empowered to find the perfect blend of work/life balance that actually works for you with PTO, flexibility, protected leave, and more.
  • Growth. Career growth is built into every role, with access to training, development, and tuition reimbursement.
  • Perks. Think you've tried it all? Enjoy a 30% discount on all merchandise/services, opportunities for free product or "gratis," and flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products.
  • Support. Join a team that truly cares - with free mental health and financial coaching resources with 24/7 access to Modern Health and Financial Finesse. Plus, volunteer and donation matching.


About Sephora USA

Sephora is a French multinational retailer of personal care and beauty products. Founded in 1970, Sephora has become a leading beauty retailer with over 2,600 stores in 34 countries worldwide. Sephora USA, Inc. is a subsidiary of Sephora and operates over 500 stores in the United States. Sephora offers a wide range of beauty products including makeup, skincare, fragrance, haircare, and bath and body products. The company is known for its innovative retail concept which allows customers to try products before they buy them. Sephora is committed to providing its customers with a unique and personalized shopping experience.
Learn more about Sephora USA
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1998

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