Assistant Marketing Manager

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 stores and websites, travel retail, luxury department stores, and the most esteemed hotels around the world.

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

Responsibilities

• Assist the Marketing Manager with the execution of key projects and new initiatives.
• Work closely with the Molton Brown retail stores and sales associates, the Wholesale Sales Force and accounts, the Hotel team, and public relations agency.
• Assist in the planning and execution of Marketing and Digital Marketing plans.
• 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., Dillard's, Bluemercury etc.) to support and execute campaign activations, marketing calendars, and trade plans/promotional strategies.
• Support the US social media platforms (Instagram and Facebook): sharing monthly feature priorities, provide assets and copy, coordinate with the Global Team on proposed calendars, secure Legal approval on content.
• Support the planning of the US Campaign Calendar following Global strategy, issuing creative briefs for copy and assets.
• Coordinate with the PR firm on giveaways and influencer collaborations, drafting T&Cs and reviewing with Kao Legal for approval.
• Partner with Marketing Manager to create and present Sell-in Presentation to Wholesale Accounts twice a year. Update promotional activity chart and marketing calendars for Wholesale Accounts.
• Track key competitors, noting product launches, strategies, pricing, and distribution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (BS/BA) in a related field.
• 1+ year experience in the Cosmetic industry and/or retail sales experience a plus.
• Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint & Word) competence is essential.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and search.
• Strong analytical skills (quantitative and qualitative). Proficiency in reporting and analysis.
• 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. Attention to detail and deadlines necessary.
• Strong interpersonal skills; must have excellent communication and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strong partnerships with cross-functional teams. Team player.
• Creative thinker with strong written and oral communication skills.
• Comfortable in presenting to, and speaking with, Wholesale Buyers and Editors.

Benefits

• Amazing benefits available from your first day of employment (healthcare, 401(k) plus company match, etc.).
• 36 total days off (vacation + holidays + sick).
• Hybrid work schedule.

Pay

Reasonable pay range of $28/hr. - $35/hr.

About the company

Molton Brown is part of Kao, founded in Japan in 1887. At Kao, we believe the diversity of our teams strengthens our global mission. Here we trust and respect each other, collaborating in a friendly and inclusive work environment to achieve great results.

An entrepreneurial environment where passionate and innovative teams come together. Respect, teamwork, and collaboration are at the heart of how we work. A workplace culture that prioritizes employee wellbeing, with opportunities to get involved in initiatives such as Mental Health First Aiders, the Charity Committee, and DE&I communities (region dependent). Learning and development opportunities. Your voice matters here – we value entrepreneurial thinking and innovation from our teams.