COMPANY OVEVIEW
Designer Parfums is a rapidly growing player in the perfume and cosmetics industry, with a UK base and international ambitions. Our diverse brand portfolio includes CERRUTI, PLAYBOY, GHOST, ARIANA GRANDE, JENNIFER LOPEZ, GANT, MCM, HAWAIIN TROPIC and more. We're on a journey of innovation and influence, and we invite you to join us in shaping the future.
JOB OVERVIEW
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for fragrances and beauty? The Global Commercial Marketing Manager role offers a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between sales and marketing. You'll lead brand strategies on a global scale, collaborating with markets, while enjoying the fast-paced rhythm of London and travel to exciting destinations.
- Capture the essence of the Brand DNA and plans, and translate it into market plans, monitor evolution and collaborate with brands & markets on improvements / adjustments
- Work hand in hand with Brand Creative team and Brand Leader in installing the brands across markets, with a strong focus in the key markets. Partner with Brand Creative to enhance brand plans
- Develop specific strategies and approach hand in hand with Area Managers and Markets.
This role requires working 4 days from our office in Watford/London and 1 day working from home.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Strategic Brand Development:
- Collaborative Strategy Crafting: Partner with the Global Brand Team to craft and execute potent global brand strategies, with profitability at the forefront.
- Market Synergy: Transform strategies into actionable blueprints for local market teams, ensuring execution excellence and competitive edge.
- Brand Evolution: Infuse your passion into the brand's vision, playing a pivotal role in its strategic and commercial evolution.
- Relationships as Catalysts: Foster robust connections with distributors, retailers, and area managers, driving market expansion.
- Launch Excellence: Contribute to market-leading launch plans by dissecting proposals and aligning with the global brand team.
- Innovative Insights: Share timely insights and market needs, fueling brand innovation.
2. Operational Excellence and Reporting:
- Tailored Presentations: Create dynamic brand presentations for distributors and retailers, fostering clarity and alignment.
- Timely Communication: Ensure brand information reaches distributors and retailers promptly, fostering transparency.
- Logistical Mastery: Collaborate with operations to supply data and assets for seamless new launches.
- Insightful Analytics: Evaluate media plan feedback and performance indicators, driving data-informed decisions.
- Brand Guardianship: Uphold brand guidelines on online retailers' pages, ensuring uniformity. Lead the creation of comprehensive brand guidelines, trade catalogues, and digital toolkits.
- Commercial and Strategic Data Insights: Compile and present monthly distributor reports, revealing key insights.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Graduate level with ideally business / marketing related degree,
- Minimum 4 years of experience, ideally in sales, buying, or marketing within fashion, beauty, or fragrance.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills, proficient in PowerPoint and Excel.
- Eager to learn and proactive in a dynamic environment.
- Self-motivated, organized, and results-driven.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to build strong relationships across internal teams and external partners.
WHY CHOOSE DESIGNER PARFUMS?
- Global Impact: Shape global brand strategies for iconic fragrances and beauty products, making an enduring mark. Rare to find Global roles in strategy, sales and marketing within in Beauty run out of London
- Analytical Excellence: Leverage analytical skills to uncover market trends and drive data-driven decisions.
- Cultural Exchange: Collaborate with international markets, experiencing enriching travel opportunities.
- Innovation Hub: Thrive in a fast-paced environment that thrives on innovation and creativity.
- Passion Personified: Channel your love for fragrances and beauty into tangible, industry-leading outcomes.