Jobs at Kiko in Italy

The Company

KIKO MILANO was founded in 1997 in Milan and since then has revolutionized how cosmetics are sold globally. We thrive to offer an incredible variety of products, textures & colours, a multi-sensorial experience in innovative technology yet always at an affordable price. Based in Italy, and truthful to its DNA, KIKO MILANO takes advantage of combining trustworthy quality, creativity and stunning aesthetics

Your role at KIKO MILANO

We are looking for a Product Manager - Local Adaptations to join KIKO MILANO’s Product Marketing Team, reporting to the Senior Product Manager.

Such talent is responsible for the full product development lifecycle and performance analysis, ensuring alignment with brand strategy, profitability targets, and execution timelines.

In particular, your main areas of responsibility will be :

Lead the end-to-end process of product launches, from the initial ideation phase to execution — including the definition of the product concept, development of mood boards to guide visual and storytelling direction, coordination with R&D and packaging teams, and alignment with brand positioning and market trends.

Analysis of trends, competition and identification of new consumer insights

Monitoring and analysis of sales performance post-launch, with follow-up activities to identify trends, areas for improvement, and corrective actions in collaboration with marketing, trade, and retail teams

Partner with the Brand Communication team to align on product positioning and narrative, ensuring consistency with the brand identity and supporting the development of a 360° go-to-market strategy, including launch campaigns, key messaging, and content across all consumer touchpoints

Work in synergy with the other company functions involved in brand development : Marketing, Brand Communication, PR, Training, Digital, Supply and Finance

Actively contribute to the development of collections within the local adaptations stream, working closely with local teams to ensure cultural relevance, consumer resonance, and optimal market fit.

What you will need to succeed

Degree or Master in Economics, Marketing or Business Management

3+ years’ experience in a similar role for a multinational company

Good knowledge of Excel and Power Point

Fluent in English

We would love if you had

Experience working in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication and influencing skills with experience of building relationships across an organization

Strong organisational skills with an ability to re- prioritise as required to meet deadlines

Strong problem-solving skills & detail-oriented

Ability to multi-task and be action oriented; exercise independent judgement and decision-making

Ability to manage change

Strong mediation and collaboration skills to align global brand strategy with local market needs

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