Assistant Marketing Manager Jobs

Born on South Molton Street, London in 1971, Molton Brown is an icon of uniquely British style. Today, Molton Brown is one of the leading global brands in Kao´s global cosmetics portfolio. Growing from small-scale artisans into the international fragrance brand it is today, its pioneering presence is felt in our stores and websites, travel retail, luxury department stores and the most esteemed hotels around the world.

Expertly blended in London, Molton Brown’s signature fragrances, bath and shower gels, home and hand care luxuries have claimed iconic status. Kao and Molton Brown have a passion for integrity, for craftsmanship, for artistry and for giving our consumers the ultimate, quality experience.

The role:

Seeking a motivated, adaptable, and analytical individual to join the Molton Brown USA Marketing Team as an Assistant Marketing Manager to support marketing.

This position will report to the Marketing Manager to assist in sustaining and growing the US business through Wholesale, Stand Alone Stores (SAS), digital and hotel channels. This position will work with the Manager to assist in developing & executing marketing plans and support the day-to-day monitoring & management of the various channels that support overall brand strategy, provide return on investment and drive profitable growth of the US business

What you will do:

• Assist the Marketing Manager with the execution of key projects and new initiatives.
• Collaborate and partner with cross-functional teams in the Molton Brown US local and UK global offices, as well as agencies (i.e. Public Relations) and third party retailers (i.e. Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue etc.) to support and execute campaign activations, marketing calendars and trade plans/promotional strategies.
• Work closely with the Molton Brown retail stores and sales associates, the Wholesale Sales Force and accounts, the Hotel team and public relations agency.
• Track key competitors, noting product launches, strategies, pricing and distribution
• Update promotional activity chart and marketing calendars for Wholesale Accounts.
• Assist in the planning and execution of Marketing and Digital Marketing plans.
• Partner with Marketing Manager to create and present Sell in Presentation to Wholesale Accounts twice a year.
• Support the planning of the US Campaign Calendar following Global strategy, issuing creative briefs for copy and assets.

What you will need:

• Strong organizational and time management skills. Able to multi-task numerous projects and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be proactive, results-driven, goal-oriented, adaptable, and highly organized.
• Strong analytical skills (quantitative and qualitative). Proficiency in reporting and analysis.
• Strong interpersonal skills must have excellent communication and follow up skills.
• Comfortable in presenting to, and speaking with, Wholesale Buyers and to Editors.
• Attention to detail and deadlines necessary
• Creative thinker with strong written and oral communication skills.
• 1 year +experience in Cosmetic industry and / or retail sales experience a plus.
• Bachelor's Degree (BS/BA) in related field.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strong partnerships with cross-functional teams. Team player.
• Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint & Word) competence is essential.

A reasonable pay range for this position is 52k - 56k.

Molton Brown is part of Kao founded in Japan in 1887, Kao is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives with our high-quality products and services to create a Kirei Life for all – a beautiful life that respects the needs of our consumers and customers as well as the planet. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. As a company driven by purpose and strong corporate values, we pride ourselves to be listed among the World´s Most Ethical Companies since 16 consecutive years. Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation and treating each other with trust and respect.

How we work: Having been selected among the World´s Most Ethical Companies for 16 consecutive years, we are a company with a purpose and strong corporate values. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. At Kao, each employee can actively shape their job and their career. We work collaboratively to achieve our common goals, always aiming to deliver the best for our customers.

What we offer: A friendly and flexible work environment with competitive salaries, benefits package, ongoing development and the opportunity to enhance your skills and deliver tangible results. At Kao your voice will be heard. Your opinion really counts. We believe that change comes from taking opportunities into your own hands, so we value and reward entrepreneurial thinking and innovation.

Hiring Process: Kao embraces the diversity and the individual personalities of its people because we believe it is diversity that makes us strong. This is why we welcome applications from all areas of the global community.

Want to learn more: If you feel you are as unique as our products and want to find out why 33,000 people across the globe opted for a career with us please visit https://www.kao.com/emea/en/

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