WHY IS THIS JOB A PERFECT MATCH FOR YOU? You’re looking for an opportunity to apply and grow your analytical and marketing skills in a collaborative organization. Your passion for Beauty and/or luxury goods is a plus!

WHAT SKILLS WILL YOU APPLY IN THIS ROLE?

The Assistant Manager, an integral member of the product marketing & strategy team, identifies, analyzes, interprets, and reports trends and patterns in complex data sets.  Technical expertise in data mining, building data models and drawing insights is required. 

Reporting to the North America Skincare and Clinique For Men Product Senior Manager, you will also support day-to-day development and execution of marketing plans and driving market share growth and sales through new launches, commercial innovation planning, analytics, and execution.

Responsibilities:

CONSUMER AND MARKET ANALYSIS & TRACKING:

• Analyze, summarize and communicate key beauty market and consumer trends and competitive brands landscape

• Analyze and interpret monthly and quarterly beauty market data to drive insights to action

SEASONAL CATEGORY STRATEGY - MERCHANDISE FINANCIAL PLAN AND LONG RANGE PLAN

• Support team in development of category and hero product seasonal Merchandise Financial Plan and three-year long range plan for portfolio strategy

• Conduct analyses of complex SKU-level data and build data models to develop portfolio subcategory plan

NEW LAUNCH AND HERO GO-TO-MARKET STRATEGIES AND EXECUTION:

• Support team in development of new launch marketing frameworks and go-to-market strategies

• Develops new launch calendar cadence and seasonal Creative briefs

• Lead gratis, press preview and fast track processes

• Partners closely with Trade Marketing, Consumer Engagement and Account teams to ensure seamless execution of seasonal market meetings

ANALYTICS & PRESENTATIONS:

• Support in data analytics (NPD, IRI) and analyses to inform category strategy and marketing programs

• Collaborate with Global Marketing to evaluate new launch sales opportunity

• Create presentations for retailer market meetings and new launch recaps

• Present seasonal innovation programs to extended Clinique NA team

• Supports pricing process: processes pricing approvals and uploads pricing templates to SAP for US; supports team in ongoing approval of pricing signage; issues annual US SRP increase

• Manage detailed Skincare support documents and budget

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS degree

• 3+ years of related work experience in data analytics, strategy, marketing.  Proven working experience as a Business Data Analyst or Strategy/Management Consultant

• Strong analytical skills with ability to analyze data and drive insights to action. Advanced skills in Excel and Powerpoint are critical

• Independent, self-starter and detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational skills

• Ability to own and manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with un-prompted follow through

• Strong written/verbal communication skills with ability to present to team leads, clearly articulate market needs to Global partners and provide NA team with clear follow ups

• Team player with the ability to build, foster and nurture relationships with members of cross functional teams

• Creative and inclusive thinker, with the ability to implement new ideas and processes

• Knowledge of and passion for beauty and consumer trends

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $69,000 to $104,000. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.

The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) is the global leader in prestige beauty. ELC is the only company focused solely on prestige makeup, skin care, fragrance and hair care with a diverse portfolio of 25+ brands sold in approximately 150 countries and territories. Infused throughout the organization is a passion for creativity and innovation — a desire to push the boundaries and invent the unexpected — as we continue the bold work of the company’s founder Estée Lauder.