Manager, Brand Marketing

Job Type: Full Time
Function: Marketing
Address: 160 Bloor Street East, 11th Floor, Toronto, ON
Working Model: Hybrid

At Sephora Canada, we're passionate about finding and sharing beauty in the world. Our constant innovation, our ability to see and lead trends, and our focus on providing an outstanding customer experience make us the most-loved beauty community and top of mind for every Canadian. We find beauty in our communities, in our differences, our experiences, and in the spirit of our employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a Marketing Manager at Sephora, you'll be at the forefront of driving innovative marketing programs for our 3rd party brands. Collaborating closely with both internal teams and external partners, you'll leverage your marketing expertise and strategic vision to elevate Sephora's brands in mutually beneficial ways, with a special emphasis on media. Reporting directly to the Senior Brand Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our brands. Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of something beautiful!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead the marketing relationship between Sephora and 3rd party brands in your category portfolio
• Develop a keen understanding of Sephora's integrated marketing capability and the brands' business priorities
• Advise brands strategically and tactically on how to win at Sephora using omni-channel marketing levers
• Advise brands on how to prioritize their marketing resources to deliver optimal results
• Develop go-to-market launch plans for our biggest brand and product launches
• Develop strong partnership marketing programs, securing brand participation and co-op funding
• Build and maintain annual brand activation calendars in partnership with vehicle owners and brand partners
• Lead brand plan execution with excellence, ensuring timely delivery of activation requirements
• Analyze and report on co-op program investments, providing insightful recommendations
• Identify brand opportunities and build the case for marketing investment support
• Manage co-op budget, tracking costs and collection
• Build reciprocal relationships across the organization (including Merchandising, DotCA, Integrated Marketing, Media, Loyalty, Store Marketing, Events, Marketing Operations, Education, Planning and Analytics)
• Develop close ties with US counterparts to share learning and best practices, ensuring a consistent brand service experience
• Play a meaningful role in building and evolving the Brand Marketing service model in Canada

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• A bachelor's degree in marketing, business or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in account/brand management and omni-channel integrated marketing, savvy in digital and social media
• Passion for the beauty category and/or retail industry
• Proficient in MS Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel
• You are flexible, upbeat and energetic - a self‐starter with the ability to quickly build strong partnerships
• You communicate confidently and effectively share insights and recommendations to marketers, cross-functional partners, executives and brands
• You are a curious go-getter and love tackling problems using your analytical skills, gathering and interpreting data and trends to make business recommendations
• You are a persuasive storyteller, able to sell brands on the merits of their investment
• You demonstrate professional maturity, skillfully navigating sensitive brand conversations and handling confidential information with the utmost discretion
• You are adaptable, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and relish in working collaboratively with cross-functional partners to drive shared success
• You demonstrate Sephora's values and weave them into your everyday work (Welcome all to the world of beauty; Lead with passion and heart; Imagine fearlessly, make it happen; grow together, win together; Inspire, uplift and celebrate)

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE:

• You'll be part of a unique culture and family of passionate and inspiring individuals.
• You'll work alongside the best talent in the industry - people you'll be proud to work with.
• You'll have access to the global community of luxury group LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy) for endless career opportunities.
• You'll have the opportunity to support causes through our Gift of Giving Program (matched donations through Benevity), donations of funds for volunteer time and offering and much more.
• Benefits you can mix and match, depending on your needs.
• Employee Assistance Program services for those times you need extra support.
• Access to our Well-Being@Sephora program to support your mental, financial, physical, and social well-being
• Holidays, time off, Summer Friday hours and flexibility to support work-life balance.
• And of course, there's our incredible swag - free product gifts throughout the year and tons of discounts with our brand partners.

Sephora Canada strongly believes in equal opportunity when it comes to employment and advancement. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can belong, grow, and build a beautiful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and/or any other diversity dimensions. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or otherwise), other protected characteristics or other reasonable circumstances can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People team.