About the role
the job: t he Brand Marketing Manager
is responsible
for
being a brand steward and
leading 360° go-to-market plans for new product launches, key seasonal moments,
+
brand collaborations. this role translates product strategy and insights into big, resonant ideas, joyful storytelling
and orchestrates cross-functional
collaboration +
execution across all channels (consumer engagement,
creative,
retail, pro, DTC). they
are part of the nucleus of
the brand +
launch planning, ensuring every
campaign launch
feels cohesive, on-brand, and commercially impactful.
this is a hands-on, collaborative role ideal for a strategic thinker with a passion for brand building,
creative +
sharp storytelling, and flawless execution.
salary:
$90,000 - $110,000
location:
Brooklyn, NY (must be based in NY + have the right to work in the US) 2 days a week onsite
what you'll do:
Launch strategy & planning
Own the
- end-to-end GTM planning
- for
- new
- launches, from
- initial
- brief through
postmortem.
Partner closely with Product Marketing to understand the
North Star, claims, and
- product
- positioning, and turn that into a clear consumer promise. Define
- launch
- objectives, target audiences, messaging hierarchy, and
KPIs
- in
- partnership
- cross functional partners. Develop campaign strategy
- to ensure every touchpoint
- ladders
- into one unified, insight-driven story
- across all channels (paid, social, PR, influencers, retail, pro,
- DTC).
Briefing &
campaign
development
Lead the creation of
360°
- creative
- briefs,
- ensure briefs clearly articulate: insight, tension, big
- idea, key messages, mandatories, and deliverable needs by channel. Translate
- consumer, cultural, and market insights
- into
- clear
- creative direction that inspires breakthrough storytelling. Collaborate with
- copy
- team
- to craft the
- master campaign story, ensuring messaging is insight-led,
- +
- identify
- strategic storytelling levers across channels. Own the creation of
- campaign toolkits
- (message maps,
- final
- assets,
- approved
- copy FAQs) for internal teams and external partners.
Cross-functional
Collaboration
Drive
- launch timelines and milestones: align
- with
- cross-functional partners on key dates (concept lock, asset delivery, retailer submissions, content live dates). Lead
- launch kickoff
- +
- status meetings, keeping teams aligned on priorities, scope, and deliverables. Collaborate with
- trade marketing
- &
- sales
- on retailer-specific activation (launch windows, exclusives,
- secondary placements,
- in-store visuals). Partner with
- pro team
- on stylist-facing launch moments (education, sampling, events).
Measurement & optimization
- Partner cross functionally to monitor KPI performance
- across awareness, engagement, traffic, conversion,
- sentiment,
- and retailer metrics throughout the launch, evaluating success and translating insights into future recommendations. Lead
- post-launch recaps, synthesizing performance data, creative learnings, and channel insights. Turn learnings into
- directives
for future launches (what to repeat, evolve, or stop).
must haves:
4–6+ years of experience in
brand marketing, or go-to-market
roles (beauty, personal care, or consumer brands strongly preferred). Proven
track record
of
leading 360° campaigns
across multiple channels and stakeholders. Strong understanding of the
retail +
pro +
DTC + social + influencer
ecosystem (bonus: experience with Sephora/Ulta/pro channels). Excellent
brief writing, storytelling, and deck-building
skills.
Highly organized project manager; comfortable running
complex timelines
and cross-functional meetings.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Strong collaborator who can influence and advocate for the consumer,
pro
and brand.
ready to apply?
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