Sr. Manager, Trade Marketing, Premium Channels

California, MO (On-site)

$105K/yr – $140K/yrSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own channel trade marketing from strategy to in‑market execution, translating brand campaigns into retailer programs across premium beauty partners and key accounts.

  • Channel leadership: define and drive retailer-specific programs, launches, and activations that tie to brand and sales goals.
  • Cross‑functional ownership: align Brand, Trade Marketing, Education, Digital, and Sales to maximize in‑store impact and ROI.
  • Market insight: monitor retailer trends, competitive activity, and prestige practices to adapt channel plans and accelerate growth.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute channel-specific trade marketing strategies aligned with overall brand objectives and commercial goals.
  • Lead retailer marketing plans for key accounts including Ulta Beauty, Sephora, Nordstrom, and premium salon/professional retail partners.
  • Translate brand GTM campaigns into impactful retailer-specific programs, promotions, and launch support.
  • Drive excellence in retailer activations including in-store merchandising, sampling, seasonal campaigns, retailer-exclusive programs, events, and digital amplification.
  • Ensure strong alignment between brand priorities and retailer business objectives.
  • Partner closely with Sales/Account teams to support joint business planning and retailer growth strategies.
  • Participate in retailer meetings and planning sessions as the marketing lead for assigned channels.
  • Develop compelling retailer storytelling, sell-in support materials, and presentation decks for launches and promotional initiatives.
  • Identify opportunities to improve visibility, conversion, and share growth across retail partners.
  • Monitor competitive activity, retailer trends, and prestige beauty best practices to inform channel strategy.