Account Executive, ON

AMOREPACIFIC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AMOREPACIFIC Group in Canada seeks an Account Executive to drive sales growth with Sephora and other prestige retailers. You will bridge retail teams and internal partners, delivering education programs, supporting in-store initiatives, and running brand activations with precision and energy.

The role requires a strategic, hands-on retail professional who thrives in a dynamic beauty market and travels across the territory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales, account management or retail operations within the beauty or skincare industry.
• Previous experience working with Sephora or other prestige beauty retailers is a strong asset
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset.
• Proven success in event planning, visual merchandising, driving retail sales, and delivering exceptional customer service
• Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle required

Responsibilities

• Sales Strategy & Execution – Implement field level sales strategies to drive retail performance and meet sales targets.
• Retail Relationship Management – Build and maintain relationships with retail leadership and Beauty Advisors to drive brand awareness and performance.
• Training & Education – Deliver product knowledge and brand training sessions (instore and virtual).
• Merchandising & Inventory Management – Maintain merchandising excellence and optimize stock levels.
• Event & Activation Support – Execute in-store events and activations to boost consumer engagement.
• Business Reporting & Administration – Track and analyze sales performance; submit timely reports.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with Sales, Marketing and Education teams to align on brand strategies.
• Store Visits & Territory Management – Conduct regular in-store visits to coach and motivate retail teams.

Skills

Sales acumen

Data analysis

Training delivery

Communication

Travel readiness

Relationship building

Bilingual English-French

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Sales reporting tools

Job description

AMOREPACIFIC Group is a pioneering Korean beauty company with a rich history dating back to 1945. Headquartered in Seoul, we proudly operate over 30 brands across beauty, personal care, and healthcare. Guided by our mission — "We make A MORE beautiful world" — we’ve taken each step with purpose, believing that our work contributes to a brighter, more beautiful future.

Our dream is rooted in the belief that the world becomes more beautiful when every individual's unique beauty shines. This belief fuels our journey and inspires everything we do.

To bring this vision to life, we are committed to five core principles:

• Customer First
• Be the 1st and the Best
• Collaborate with an Open Mind
• Respect Differences
• Act with Integrity

At AMOREPACIFIC, every member of our team carries a deep sense of pride and responsibility, knowing that together, we are shaping a more beautiful world.

Job Summary

The Account Executive (AE) plays a pivotal role in driving sales growth, elevating brand awareness, and fostering strong relationships with key retail partners, most notably Sephora. As the primary link between retail teams and internal stakeholders, the AE is responsible for executing education programs, supporting in-store initiatives, and delivering engaging brand activations with excellence and efficiency. This role requires a strategic, hands-on professional who thrives in a dynamic retail environment and is energized by skincare, innovation and consumer engagement. With a deep understanding of the Canadian beauty market, the AE will champion the brand’s presence and performance across their territory. This candidate will embrace “No task is too big or too small when it comes to creating a more beautiful world.” This position reports directly to the Senior Manager, Sales & Education Team.

Principal Accountabilities

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Sales Strategy & Execution – Implement and execute field level sales strategies to drive retail performance and meet sales targets across Sephora and other key retail partners.
• Retail Relationship Management – Build and maintain strong relationships with retail leadership and Beauty Advisors to drive brand awareness, advocacy, and performance.
• Training & Education – Deliver impactful product knowledge and brand training sessions (instore and virtual) to ensure sales teams are confident, engaged, and aligned with brand values
• Merchandising & Inventory Management – Maintain merchandising excellence, ensuring gondola standards are met and stock levels are optimized for business needs.
• Event & Activation Support – Execute in-store events, masterclasses, and special activations to boost consumer engagement and brand experience.
• Business Reporting & Administration – Track and analyze sales performance, training impact, event ROI; submit timely reports and manage all administrative responsibilities accurately.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner closely with internal teams including Sales, Marketing, and Education teams to align on brand strategies and deliver flawless field execution.
• Store Visits & Territory Management – Conduct regular in-store visits to coach, support and motivate retail teams while ensuring alignment with brand goals and standards.

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales, account management or retail operations within the beauty or skincare industry.
• Previous experience working with Sephora or other prestige beauty retailers is a strong asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook); experience with sales reporting tools preferred.
• Experienced in delivering training and education al content in both virtual and in-store settings.
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset.
• Proven success in event planning, visual merchandising, driving retail sales, and delivering exceptional customer service
• Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle required

Skill Sets and Personal Attributes

• Strong sales acumen with a track record of delivering results and meet targets
• Ability to analyze sales data and translate into actionable strategies
• Experience in coaching and delivering effective product and service training
• Proficient with e-learning platforms and digital communication tools
• Passionate about skincare and beauty, with a keen understanding of consumer behavior and emerging trends
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Excellent in interpersonal and relationship-building skills with both internal and external teams
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptable and solution focused with a collaborative mindset
• Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging and inspiring diverse audiences
• Willing and able to travel regularly within assigned territory to support stores, events, and trainings

We are committed to integration and equal opportunity. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout our recruitment process. Should you require accommodation during the interview process, please advise the recruiter when contacted.