Jr Global Brand Manager

Part of the Interparfums group founded in 1982, Interparfums USA develops, manufactures and distributes prestige perfumes and cosmetics as the exclusive worldwide licensee for Abercrombie & Fitch, Anna Sui, Dunhill, Graff, GUESS, Hollister, MCM, Oscar de la Renta, Salvatore Ferragamo and Ungaro. Through its global distribution network, the Company’s products are sold in over 120 countries.

We are currently seeking a Jr Global Brand Manager, to join our team in New York, NY who will report directly to the Global Brand Manager.

The Junior Global Brand Manager is responsible for global marketing activities related to brand strategy, brand development, and brand management.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Product Development, Creative, Packaging, and Sales as well as Out of house Agencies in the elaboration of new and ongoing projects.
• Coordinate all legal requests for product naming.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the current global market environment and industry trends across the beauty segment as well as trends in other categories that could be relevant to our business.
• Ensure all product comps are available in a timely manner for photo shoots, distributor/retailer needs, and presentations.
• Act as liaison between the Creative and Regulatory teams to ensure that all artwork needs are met for new product development.
• Delivers seminar presentations, marketing books, product comps and sell sheets on time for each season.
• Develop and prepare creative briefs detailing the objectives, competitive landscape, target demographics, and information pertinent to the project.
• Leads all aspects of daily Brand Management and Go to Market initiatives.
• Support the creation of all new fragrance and ancillary concepts aligned with strategic objectives.
• Track the approval process with Licensor (Fashion House) ensuring approval deadlines are met, approval forms are documented, and timelines are followed strictly.
• Collaborates with Operations and Sales Team on all product launches with a focus on 360 marketing plans (sampling, comps, merchandising, PR).
• Develop strategic brand plans, complete with outlined objectives, strategy, and tactics ensuring growth goals are met. In conjunction with Brand Manager/Sr Brand Manager/VP, drive the creation of all strategic presentations (i.e., global marketing meetings, sales meetings, and seasonal brand presentations to clients, retailers, and upper management).
• Work with cross-functional teams to facilitate and track the development of pre-production samples for all launches and deliver on time each season.
• Facilitate the concept-to-market process and manage to deliver products on time and within budget.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Must be an excellent team player with the ability to build, foster and nurture relationships with members of cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Able to think strategically and creatively and conceptualize and implement new ideas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• An entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for fragrances.
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative.

Education/Experience

• 3+ years of marketing experience, preferably in the prestige cosmetics/fragrance industry.
• BA or BS degree from an accredited college/university.

WE OFFER

· A global organization with an international peer group

· An entrepreneurial career in a fast paced work environment with a dynamic team where all voices are heard and appreciated.

· Low hierarchy with high visibility to upper management on a regular basis.

· A passion driven environment where you will share challenges, achievements and innovations with your peers, manager and direct reports.

· A growing company with a proven track record and solid financial stability.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The position is office based 4 days/ week and remote 1 day/week.