Executive Director, Sales – Strategic Retailer Accounts

Posted 78ds ago

Employment Information

Industry
Education
Salary
Experience
Job Type

Report this job

Job expired or something wrong with this job?

Job Description

Executive Director Sales leading partnerships across Sephora US, Canada, and major retailers. Aiming for sustainable growth through strategic planning and in-store activations.

Responsibilities:

  • Own and manage the Sephora US, Sephora Canada, Kohl’s, and Shoppers Drug Mart accounts
  • Develop and execute 3-year strategic growth plans aligned with brand and commercial priorities
  • Lead joint business planning and top-to-top meetings with retail leadership
  • Identify whitespace and innovation opportunities to drive incremental business
  • Serve as the key contact for senior stakeholders across all four accounts
  • Present brand strategies, launches, and performance metrics
  • Negotiate annual joint business plans
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure execution of account strategies
  • Optimize retail performance
  • Lead all business reviews and performance recaps
  • Analyze retail trends, consumer data, and competitive activity to inform strategy

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or a related field
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in account management or sales within the beauty or CPG industry
  • Previous experience managing $100M+ in sales volume
  • Direct experience managing Sephora preferred
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Experience building bottom-up retail sales forecasts and managing full P&L by account
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Advanced Excel skills required, including: XLOOKUP, IF/IFS statements, Pivot tables, dynamic dashboards, Data visualization (charts, graphs), INDEX/MATCH, and conditional formatting
  • Advanced PowerPoint skills required
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with adaptability and initiative
  • Broad knowledge of cosmetics and beauty industry products and brands
  • Able to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Willingness to travel up to 20%

Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation package with full benefits
  • 401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company