Brand Manager – Beauty

About the role

We are seeking a well‑rounded Brand Manager to join our Beauty team. You will be responsible for driving sales performance, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the brand’s market presence aligns with company objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Set annual sales forecasts with suppliers, considering market health, past performance, growth targets and new product launches.
• Draft yearly supplier contracts in coordination with senior management and the legal department.
• Oversee the full ordering process, from placement to delivery, tracking shipments and liaising with clearance and regulatory teams.
• Define product pricing structures, margins and free‑of‑charge items together with senior management.
• Control advertising and promotion budgets, monitor activation expenses and reconcile supplier payments.
• Issue debit notes, manage settlements and maintain accurate financial records.
• Develop and execute yearly activation calendars and ad‑hoc supplier requests.
• Plan and manage brand events, handling logistics, negotiations and approvals.
• Ensure optimal stock availability and timely delivery to customers.
• Monitor receivables, cash‑flow and propose liquidation plans for near‑expiry or overstock items.
• Train the sales team on product specifications and market trends.
• Conduct market visits to analyse competitor activity, slow‑moving items and new launches, and create tactical plans.
• Maintain regular contact with key clients to deliver superior service and promote new products.

Required profile

• Proven experience in brand management, preferably within the beauty or cosmetics sector.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to forecast sales and manage budgets.
• Excellent negotiation and contract‑management capabilities.
• Ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams including legal, finance, sales and logistics.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and project‑management skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a dynamic beauty brand portfolio.
• Collaborative work environment with cross‑functional exposure.
• Competitive compensation package.