Area Manager South-East Asia, Travel Retail Asia Pacific

TN Germany; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading skincare and make-up company is seeking an Area Manager for South-East Asia in Travel Retail. The role involves executing strategies, managing P&L, and leading a diverse team. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in Travel Retail and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Attractive compensation and benefits

Development and training opportunities

Flexible work environment, with up to 2 remote work days per week

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Travel Retail, preferably in Asia Pacific.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for building and executing all strategies for the Southeast Asia region.
• Manage P&L for the region and maintain budget tracking.
• Lead a team covering commercial, marketing, and regulatory affairs.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Groupe Clarins

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Posted:

13.05.2025

Expiry Date:

27.06.2025

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Job Description:

Ready to bring passion into your career?

A global leading skincare and make-up company, Clarins group, is the embodiment of a committed family history, with a fierce passion for innovation and a spirit of independence. Its raison d’être is "making life more beautiful, passing on a more beautiful planet".

Operating in more than [number] countries, we are now the number one skincare company in Europe and are accelerating our development on all other continents, particularly in Asia and the Americas.

Because our talents are unique, we are committed to promoting diversity in all its forms.

Do you want to help write the next chapter of our story? We are looking for an Area Manager South-East Asia, Travel Retail Asia Pacific, based in Singapore.

THE ROLE:

Responsible for building and executing all strategies for the Southeast Asia region

• Guarantor of adherence to Clarins brand values and image at all levels; a key player supported by the field team to execute all set strategies for the region
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with retail partners to achieve long-term performance success, in collaboration with TRCD
• Implement disruptive and creative trade animations, both digitally and in physical stores, to drive brand awareness and build a strong customer base
• Communicate market needs effectively within Southeast Asia to facilitate accurate forecasting and ensure steady stock supply to support growth ambitions

Management of P&L for the region:

• Work closely with TRCD to develop yearly top-line budgets and necessary expenses to fuel ambitions
• Maintain transparent budget tracking and ensure efficient spending
• Proactively communicate risks and opportunities to TRCD

Build an agile organization:

• Lead a team covering commercial, marketing, VM, regulatory affairs, driving strategic execution
• Mentor team members, promoting their development and curiosity
• Motivate and develop retail branded field teams

Construct training strategies:

• Collaborate with the regional training team to deliver appropriate training content regularly

Additional responsibilities may be assigned, consistent with the role of Area Manager South-East Asia, Travel Retail Asia Pacific.

YOU HAVE:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Travel Retail, preferably in Asia Pacific
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
• Independent, with a strong understanding of regional and multicultural dynamics
• Ability to multitask with strong analytical skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset addressing sales, marketing, finance, merchandising, training, and customer relations
• Team-oriented with leadership qualities and excellent communication skills
• Willingness to travel extensively

WE HAVE:

Nearly 70 years of expertise in beauty and spa, with Clarins and myBlend brands

Unique products and innovative services

Commitment to social and environmental responsibility

Caring, inclusive culture

Development and training opportunities

Attractive compensation and benefits

Flexible work environment, with up to 2 remote work days per week