Trade Marketing Manager

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury skincare group is seeking a Trade Marketing Manager to localise and implement their global marketing strategy across the UK and France. This hybrid role offers autonomy over two key markets and collaboration with a European marketing team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in trade marketing within luxury skincare and proven communication skills. A competitive salary of £65,000 and product benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Product allowance

Employee discounts

Autonomy in key markets

Training and onboarding process

Qualifications

• 5+ years of trade marketing experience in luxury skincare or cosmetics industry.
• Proficient in managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English; French proficiency is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Localise and implement global trade marketing strategy.
• Plan and execute promotional campaigns and retail activations.
• Collaborate with sales and commercial teams for product launches.
• Manage agency relationships and production partners.

Skills

Trade marketing experience

Fluency in English

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

• Lead trade marketing across two key markets for luxury skincare brands.
• Remote role with flexibility and opportunities for international travel.

About Our Client

The client is a prestigious luxury skincare group with a European HQ, known for its heritage, high-performance formulas, and presence in premium retail spaces across the globe. They manage a portfolio of three refined brands and operate with a boutique, detail-driven approach, blending tradition with innovation in the beauty industry.

Job Description

Localise and implement the global trade marketing strategy across the UK and France
Plan, execute, and monitor promotional campaigns, retail activation's, and in-store experiences
Develop and adapt marketing materials (digital and print) in line with brand guidelines
Ensure B2B partners have up-to-date, brand-aligned content for digital and in-store use
Collaborate with sales and commercial teams to support product launches and sell-in tools
Organise and coordinate events such as masterclasses and animations in retail environments
Manage agency relationships, freelance creatives, and production partners
Track budgets and allocate spend according to launch cycles and key market needs
Translate and adapt marketing content from French to English when required
Lead and support one intern while working closely with a wider pan-European marketing team

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of trade marketing experience within the luxury skincare or cosmetics industry, with a strong grasp of both strategic implementation and day-to-day activation. They are highly organised, proactive, and confident managing multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.

Fluency in English is essential, and French proficiency is highly desirable. They should be a clear communicator, comfortable navigating high volumes of communication and collaborating across international teams. A self-starter with a positive attitude, they'll be confident presenting ideas, managing timelines, and supporting the brand's premium image across all touch points.

What's on Offer

A competitive salary of £65,000
Hybrid working based in London with occasional travel to European HQ
Opportunity to work with a portfolio of prestigious luxury skincare brands
Autonomy and ownership over two key European markets (UK and France)
A supportive, collaborative pan-European marketing team
Product allowance and exclusive employee discounts
Hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-growing global business with strong heritage
Clear on boarding process with training and exposure to senior stakeholders