Job Facts
Job Status: Open
Job Title: US Regional Sales Manager (Skincare)
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Alternate location: or NYC / Miami
Industry: Skincare (Premium / Affordable Luxury)
Market: US
Channel: Brick & mortar mostly, then e-commerce
Reporting to: Head of International markets
Direct Reports: team of 4-5 including trade marketing, sales, customer service, and ecommerce),
Traveling: 50+% (Travel warrior!)
Languages: English only
Visa: Must have a valid US work authorization. No sponsorship possible
Job ID: ZR_9464
Tags
Remote work policy: Full remote, Hybrid (remote: fly in twice/mo)
Job Seniority: Middle Management Level
Company size: Medium (50-1000 ppl)
Company Ownership: Privately Owned
Industry(ies): Skincare, Beauty,
Function(s): Sales & Business Development (National),
Region(s): NORTH AMERICA, USA, Fort Lauderdale / West Palm Beach, California, Florida, Miami, New Jersey, New York City area
Job Description
Company Description
Our client is a vertically integrated, skincare brand with overseas headquarters. Known for their commitment to the environment and sustainability, they are leaders in their overseas home markets. Our client is re-entering the US market, focusing on expanding their presence, with a small but growing team (trade marketing, sales, customer service, and e-commerce).
Objective of the Role
The US Regional Sales Manager will lead the brand’s strategic expansion in the US, with a primary focus on brick-and-mortar retail in small, upscale stores and further growth in e-commerce. This role involves rebuilding relationships with key US retailers and enhancing brand visibility while supporting a small, fully remote team. This role will also involve occasional collaboration with our client’s overseas-based team for strategic discussions.
Ideal Profile
The ideal candidate has a robust background ideally in skincare (if not, then beauty in general or fragrances), with both strategic and tactical expertise in brand growth within competitive markets. They should bring a strong network within US retail, especially in beauty, skincare, and boutique store chains, and have a proven record in driving retail and e-commerce sales. Flexible with after-hours meetings to align with overseas-based teams, they should be based in California (preferably LA), New York, or Florida.
Responsibilities
- Sales Strategy Development: Formulate and implement a sales strategy for the US market in line with our client’s growth objectives, focusing on brick-and-mortar stores, spa partnerships, and online sales.
- Market Expansion: Identify and secure relationships with boutique retailers and upscale beauty chains, focusing on brand reintroduction and credibility rebuilding.
- Channel Management: Drive sell-in and sell-out performance through effective distribution strategies, managing relationships with existing spa partners and building new retail connections.
- Collaboration & Team Management: Work closely with our client’s remote US team to synchronize efforts in trade marketing, business development, customer service, and digital marketing.
- Training & Development: Oversee training initiatives for sales partners, ensuring alignment with global brand standards and enhancing the client’s brand point of difference.
Requirements
- Experience: 8+ years in a senior sales role, preferably within skincare or fragrance industries, with experience in strategic and tactical brand growth.
- Market Knowledge: Deep familiarity with the US beauty market, including brick-and-mortar and e-commerce.
- Skills: Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills with the ability to re-establish and nurture relationships with major US retailers.
- Flexibility: Willingness to accommodate after-hours meetings with overseas headquarters.
- Location: Based in CA (ideally LA), NY, or FL.
- This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in re-establishing a well-respected skincare brand within the US market, driving strategic growth and brand presence in a dynamic and competitive environment.