Director, Global Marketing, Skincare, Clinique

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• End to end ownership of the assigned Skincare Category for Clinique, including defining strategic objectives and creating 3-year action plans.
• Develop and foster a strong 18-month rolling calendar plan aligned with overall category, brand strategies, and global objectives to promote growth.
• Monitor category performance, identify product gaps and opportunities, and develop action plans to improve brand performance.
• Serve as the expert and key point person for performance metrics such as shipments, sell-thru, cost of goods, SKU count, pricing, and new product forecasts.
• Assist in developing global marketing calendars and support programs, gaining approval for segment programs and projects.
• Manage the conception and development of marketing programs for assigned categories, ensuring alignment with strategic and financial objectives.
• Prepare business cases and planning documents for senior management approval on launches and support programs.
• Oversee the preparation of all planning guides to inform markets of upcoming programs and ensure timely, within-budget project execution.
• Lead the development of launches with support groups, ensuring programs meet strategic goals.
• Coordinate with local marketing teams and affiliates to meet market needs, providing timely information on programs and preparing presentation materials for meetings.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years related experience in marketing or brand management.
• Strong leadership, analytical, creative, and communication skills.
• Pro-active strategic and critical thinking skills with the ability to take initiative and offer recommendations.
• Highly organized, self-starter, accountable, and capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience managing and developing direct reports and fostering cross-functional relationships.
• Trend-spotter with an understanding of evolving consumer and market shifts.
• Passion for the cosmetics/beauty industry.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Experience in developing and executing marketing strategies within the beauty or cosmetics industry.