Marketing Assistant/Coordinator

Aquent; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid sick leave

Retirement match

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a Junior Marketing Consultant to join the innovation team in the United States, New Jersey, Clark. You will connect consumer insights with market intelligence, identify opportunities, and translate them into product concepts, while preparing presentations and participating in projects shaping future beauty products.

The role emphasizes collaboration across functions, data-driven analysis, and creative development to influence next-generation beauty solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data and insights.
• Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Proficiency across social media platforms.
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Self-starter, autonomous, collaborative, and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market, consumer, and competitive analysis to uncover new innovation opportunities.
• Monitor and report on beauty, consumer, and cultural trends to inform strategic development.
• Provide essential support for new product concept development and various innovation projects.
• Prepare compelling presentations, detailed reports, and actionable innovation recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate consumer insights throughout the innovation process.

Skills

PowerPoint

Excel

Social media

Presentation skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

Job description

Aquent is seeking a passionate and driven individual to join an innovative team at a leading global beauty company. This is an exciting opportunity to directly influence the future of beauty through consumer‑centric innovation, contributing to the development of groundbreaking products that will shape industry trends and delight consumers worldwide.

About the Company

Join a world-renowned beauty industry leader, a company dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and creativity. This organization is at the forefront of developing future beauty solutions, driven by a mission to understand and anticipate consumer needs across diverse categories. You'll be part of a dynamic environment where passion for beauty, cutting‑edge technology, and a commitment to excellence converge to create impactful experiences.

About the Role

As a Junior Marketing Consultant, you will play a pivotal role within the innovation team, supporting the development of future beauty innovations. You will be instrumental in connecting consumer insights with market intelligence, helping to identify emerging opportunities and translate them into tangible product concepts. This position offers a unique chance to contribute creatively, develop presentations, and actively participate in projects that will define the next generation of beauty products.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market, consumer, and competitive analysis to uncover new innovation opportunities.
• Monitor and report on beauty, consumer, and cultural trends to inform strategic development.
• Provide essential support for new product concept development and various innovation projects.
• Prepare compelling presentations, detailed reports, and actionable innovation recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate consumer insights throughout the innovation process.

Qualifications

Must‑Have Qualifications

• A strong passion for beauty, innovation, creativity, and understanding consumer trends.
• 1+ years of experience in marketing, product development, or innovation, preferably within the beauty industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• Demonstrated strong analytical skills and comfort working with data and insights.
• Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Proficiency across social media platforms.
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills.
• A self-starter mentality: autonomous, curious, collaborative, friendly, and proactive.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice‑to‑Have Qualifications

• Comfortable using AI tools (e.g., generative AI for text or images) to enhance productivity and creativity.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal‑opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers and thrive.

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