Manager, Brand Marketing, Makeup

LVMH; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401k with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Discount on products

Mental health resources

Job summary

Sephora in San Francisco is seeking a Brand Marketing Manager, Makeup to establish marketing plans for brand partners and drive sales while keeping Sephora competitive and beloved by clients.

You will lead marketing programs, optimize campaigns across social, sampling, and paid media, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver mutual growth and tangible results.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in marketing and/or brand management.
• Strong background in digital, social media, and non-traditional marketing.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main marketing contact and trusted advisor for 20+ makeup brand partners, building strong relationships and deep knowledge of their business priorities, products, and goals.
• Guide senior brand marketing leaders on strategic and tactical opportunities to help their brands win at Sephora.
• Develop marketing recommendations across sampling, social media, paid media, and consumer messaging to achieve shared objectives.
• Advise brands on broader strategy and optimal use of their investments within Sephora and beyond.
• Build collaborative marketing programs that secure brand participation in Sephora initiatives and support category growth.
• Analyze ROI for Sephora and brand programs and make data-driven recommendations.

Skills

Brand marketing

Digital & social media

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation skills

Communication

Job description

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Belong to Something Beautiful

At Sephora, beauty is about feeling seen, valued, and empowered, individually and collectively. It is connecting deeply with others, celebrating diversity and inclusivity, unlocking your potential, and making a difference every day. Together, we belong to something beautiful.

Your Role at Sephora:

Ready for a career glow up? As a Brand Marketing Manager, Makeup, you’ll be responsible for establishing marketing plans for Sephora brand partners that drive sales and keep Sephora competitive and beloved by clients. The work you do will impact beauty, as you partner with brands to optimize programs using Sephora’s marketing levers and build strategies that deliver mutual growth. You’ll be part of a team that’s united in beauty, supported by those who are equally passionate about brand growth, client engagement, and innovative marketing.

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as the main marketing contact and trusted advisor for 20+ makeup brand partners, building strong relationships and deep knowledge of their business priorities, products, and goals.
• Guide senior brand marketing leaders on both strategic and tactical opportunities to help their brands win at Sephora.
• Develop marketing recommendations across sampling, social media, paid media, and consumer messaging to achieve shared business objectives.
• Advise select brands with limited marketing resources on broader strategy and the most effective use of their investments, both within Sephora and beyond.
• Build collaborative marketing programs that secure brand participation in key Sephora initiatives and support category growth.
• Analyze and report on ROI for Sephora and brand marketing programs, using data to make recommendations that create win-win outcomes.
• Manage Beauty Insider sampling and promotional plans, identifying ways to optimize brand investment while meeting Sephora’s business needs.
• Identify opportunities for new co-op marketing programs and partnerships, and help build the business case for innovative ideas.
• Partner cross‑functionally with merchandising, creative, store marketing, store education, loyalty, and analytics teams in a highly matrixed organization.
• This is an individual contributor role but you will have the opportunity to mentor junior team members

What You’ll Bring:

• 5+ years of experience in marketing and/or brand management; agency, retail, and/or beauty industry experience preferred.
• Strong background in digital, social media, and non‑traditional marketing.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to anticipate obstacles and quickly generate alternative solutions.
• Honed presentation skills and confidence presenting a point of view in multiple settings, including leadership forums.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time‑management skills.
• Proven ability to lead, build relationships, and work effectively across highly cross‑functional teams.
• A positive, flexible, roll‑up‑your‑sleeves mindset and passion for Sephora, its clients, and its marketing programs.

What You’ll Get:

The annual base salary range for this position is $117,895.00- $131,765.00 The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the applicant’s qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they willperform the job.Individuals employed in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses.This job will be posted for a minimum offivedays.

• CaringCommunity.You’llcollaborate with teammates who are equally passionateabout innovatinganddrivingthe industry forward – together, united in beauty.
• Fulfilling Path.Your career transformation starts here, with opportunities that will challenge,stretchand develop your skills.
• Meaningful Work.As you make an impact onbeauty,you’llfeel and see the positive change (consumer, industry,andsocial)thatyourindividual voice is a part of.

Some benefits have eligibility requirements and may depend on job classification and length of employment.

• Health.Choose a healthcare plan to fit you and your family’s needs withmedical,dental, and vision coverage.Sephora also fully covers our employees’ disability and life insurance.
• Wealth.We offer a competitive 401k with4%match as well as FSA and HSA programs. We also offer a Student Debt Retirement plan, where your student loan paymentsqualifyto earn the 401k match from Sephora.
• Balance.You’ll beempoweredto find the perfect blend of work/life balance thatactuallyworks for youwithPTO, flexibility,protectedleave, and more.
• Growth.Career growthis built into every role, with access to training,development,and tuition reimbursement.
• Perks.Thinkyou’vetried it all? Enjoya30%discount on all merchandise/services, opportunities forfreeproductor “gratis,”and flash sale discountsonLVMHbrandproducts.
• Support.Join a team thattruly cares– with free mental health and financial coaching resources with 24/7 access to Modern Health and Financial Finesse. Plus, volunteer and donation matching.

Sephora values a diverse andinclusiveworkplaceand considers allapplicants withoutregard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), age, religion, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, disability, or any other protectedcategory.Sephora is committed to providing reasonable accommodationtaapplicantswith disabilities or other medical conditions.

Sephora will consider all qualified applicants, including those witharrest and conviction recordsin a manner consistent with the requirements of allapplicable laws, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.

JoinUs and Belong to Something Beautiful

Sephora’s stores offer passionate beauty fans across the world a privileged freedom to touch and test products since 1969.

The House provides a superior selection of quality products and always keeps pace with the latest trends.

The house is built upon the exceptional talents of its beauty professionals who create a perfect environment for adventurous clients who want to experiment and learn.

With the innovative range of products in the Sephora Collection, its distinctive stores and bold commitment to new ideas, the House is always able to surprise and delight its clients.

At every touch point with its clients, in store and online, Sephora provides an unconventional approach which has made it the most loved beauty community in the world.

Crafting Dreams Starts With Yours

At LVMH, people make the difference in the art of crafting dreams.Our people fuel our dynamic, entrepreneurial culture. We value collective ambitions, encouraging our talents to push boundaries and champion a curious, audacious state of mind. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in nurturing every individual with a growth mindset and development opportunities, consistently empowering them to reach their full potential. We are actively committed to positive impact through an inclusive environment that supports and gives back to our talented community.Join us at LVMH, where your talent is at the heart of our collective successes.