Senior Manager, Key Accounts at LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 May, 26

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

12 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales, Inventory Planning, Forecasting, Analytical Skills, Collaboration, Communication, Strategic Thinking, Consumer Centric, Agility, Detail Orientation, Multi-tasking, Team Collaboration, Project Management, Visual Merchandising, Retail Management, Data Analysis

Industry

Cosmetics

Description

Company Description WHO WE ARE fresh is a global company headquartered in New York offering a full lifestyle line spanning skincare, lip care, bodycare, and fragrance in over a dozen countries. But we don’t just aspire to make the best products on the market; we want to be the best beauty brand to work for. We’ve created a warm, inspiring environment with world-class benefits that encourages our teams to dream big, because that’s how we got here. Here at fresh, we intentionally foster a spirit of belonging. We celebrate our diversity and support every employee to feel welcomed, valued, respected, and heard. By embracing curiosity and collaboration, we recognize that our differences strengthen us. MAIN JOB OBJECTIVE The Senior Manager, Key Accounts role is the key contact with the retailer buying offices. Collaborating on strategies, sales and rank targets, inventory planning and activations to drive growth in national accounts to achieve sales targets and secure best in class in-store and online exposures. This role mirrors the structure of many retail partners. This position will have headquartered responsibility for Ulta, Nordstrom, and EC Scott. This position will report directly to the Head of Sales and Planning. Job Description JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Key point of contact for retailers to enhance relationships, streamline communication, create strategic initiatives and connect cross-functional teams for a holistic business view Keep up to date an Activation Calendar for Ulta, and Nordstrom, ensuring retailers have full alignment and responsible to share out monthly to internal cross-functional partners Provide weekly/monthly commentary and insights to ensure strategies coming to life and pivoting when/where needed Manage Accounts Door Counts and Product Lifecyle from SKU set-up, product assortment changes, newness launch plans and discontinuation strategies Build, Forecast and Track Retail, Gross, Returns, Discounts and Net Sales by account Partner with brand marketing on visual merchandising/messaging, sample allocations, promotions, and assortment changes Partner with brand digital team on dotcom product page updates and optimization, launch timing, promotional activity, loyalty initiatives, and omni-channel strategies Partner with retailers on inventory planning to ensure alignment on brand priorities, key product investments, and event dates Partner with Global demand planning to ensure all activations are accounted for to maximize sales potential and ensure on time delivery Schedule In-Store updates with retailers aligned with new launch timing. Partner with VM team on timeline and deliverables Work with Education and Events team to develop brand love experiences and programs to be implemented by the field Execute logistics for secondary placements Assist with the day to day meeting planning and recaps to ensure task completion What you will learn (and/or achieve) in the first 6 months: Develop strong cross functional relationships and synergies across: marketing, digital, visual merchandising and planning Contribute to and project manage launch strategies in collaboration with marketing, digital and store design Optimize product assortment and gondola productivity to maintain elevated space and location within our retail partners Streamline brand CLEAN SKU changes balancing sales potential with return liabilities Own the Newness and Seasonal forecast projections Learn retailer business procedures to ensure brand follows best practices guidelines What you will achieve in 12 months: By creating a constant dialogue with retailers, you will build trust to inspire best practice sharing and align retailer needs with brand objectives Understand retail, gross and net sales trends compared to budget in order to optimize brand profits Improve inventory service levels to 95% by leading bottoms up planning with retailer and demand planning team Understand sample and GWP needs and collaborate on qualifier, ROI and forecast units Build short term and long-term differentiation strategies across retailers Identify business opportunities by account to increase overall share and brand awareness Physical Requirements: Must be able to remain in a stationary position on average of 7.5 hours/day. Light to moderate lifting may be required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, and operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard. Qualifications PROFILE You have: 6-8 Years of Experience in a corporate environment, preferably in a wholesale or retail focused business within Beauty or a related industry Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required Advanced Excel Skills required Proficient Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint) Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail Team Collaborator mindset The ability to prioritize, multi-task and manage timelines You are: Consumer Centric: Build relationships with Consumers through heartfelt generosity Agile: Anticipate and champion change Collaborative: Communicate and dream with others Growth Minded: Seek opportunities that offer the chance to be a curious creator Accountable: Take ownership of actions and responsibilities A Strategic Thinker: Implement new ideas from data and insights to create the unexpected Driven for Results: A relentless pursuit to achieve business objectives, drive revenue and contribute to organizational success Optimistic: Maintain a “Sky’s the Limit” mindset Additional Information WHAT WE OFFER YOU Training & Development and Culture Fresh and LVMH Sponsored Trainings and Workshops for Personal and Professional Development Opportunities for networking and building relationships with LVMH Community and Network Opportunities to join internal communities: DEIB Council, Sustainability Champions, LVMH Employee Resource Groups Mental Health Support Free professional consultation, referrals and counseling through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Free 24/7 confidential mental health support Paid Time Off and Flexibility Comprehensive paid time off inclusive of Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays Two fully-remote weeks throughout the year to encourage flexibility; additional holiday weeks remote Fertility and Family Planning Fertility Services, Maternity and Newborn Support, Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance, including cryopreservation when part of fertility treatment Paid Parental Leave (Inclusive of Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Surrogacy) at eligibility Travel & lodging for those who can’t access care Back-up dependent Care and Tutoring Fresh and LVMH ‘Perks’ and Discounts Fresh In-Store Discounts and Gratis LVMH Group Friends and Family Sales across all divisions within LVMH: Wines and Spirits, Watches and Jewelry, Perfumes and Cosmetics, Fashion and Leather Goods, etc. Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits through Wage Works Additional Health Club Discounts, Sporting/Entertainment Ticket Discounts, Insurance Discounts (Pet, renters, home) Health Care Medical, dental and vision Retirement and Additional Benefits 401k with Company Match + Additional Employer Contribution at eligibility Fresh provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender (including gender identity and expression), pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to fostering a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment, including discrimination and harassment based on all protected categories. The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $150,000 USD. This role is based in New York City. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Compensation: USD120000 - USD150000 - yearly

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager, Key Accounts will serve as the primary contact for retailer buying offices, focusing on strategies, sales targets, and inventory planning to drive growth in national accounts. This role involves managing relationships with key retailers and ensuring alignment on brand priorities and activations.