Key Account Manager - France (m/w/d)

Who are we?

We're a diverse team of beauty enthusiasts from all over the world, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

As a leading international beauty brand, we're dedicated to providing high-quality products that help individuals empower their unique sense of style. We are providing customers with convenient access through our internet distribution and our innovative and dynamic approach has made us a top choice for beauty salons and stores worldwide. We're all about creativity and individual growth, encouraging our team members to be bold and brave to think outside the box.

As our next Key Account Manager for France, you will manage the development of turnover and profitability growth for Cosmo Group, build partnerships and enhance brand's image within a portfolio of beauty accounts in France (retailers, perfumeries, department stores, supermarkets, distributors, wholesalers, etc.).

What will you do?

To define and implement a strategy for the growth of existing accounts and the introduction of new accounts.

• To collaborate with these accounts and Cosmo Group teams to build a joint yearly business plan and sales strategy to achieve all Cosmo Group commercial objectives within the portfolio. This includes Sell-In, Sell-Out, Marketing, Training, Events, Promo offers, Social Media, etc.
• To deliver with each Account a marketing plan presentation, budget planning, product listing, pricing structure and space negotiation.
• To conduct a regular business review with these accounts, review sales and forecast to increase distribution and market share.
• To undertake a consistent follow-up to action and to dedicate time to these accounts to build and strengthen long-term business relationships with them.
• To liaise internally with the Marketing, E-Commerce, Product, and Operations teams of Cosmo Group to ensure implementation of new launches and smoothness within day-to-day operations.
• To work closely with and report directly to the Country Manager with constant business update including industry trends, consumer and market insights, competitor analysis, sales report, etc.

What we want from you:

• Experience in Beauty, Fashion or Luxury within the French market.
• Contacts within Beauty retailers in France including buyers and/or other key decision makers.
• Fluent in French and English.
• Role based in France, remotely nationwide with preference in Paris.
• Commercial savvy, great negotiator, analytical, entrepreneurial minded, self-sufficient, solutions oriented and out of the box thinker.

We also have some really cool benefits we think you’ll love…

+ Varied daily work routine: Embrace unique opportunities each day to tackle new challenges, bring your skills and ideas to the table, learn, and grow in a diverse and dynamic workplace, and deliver exceptional experiences to our customers.

+ Shape our brands: Be part of our committed team, contributing ideas, expertise, and enthusiasm to drive the success of exciting ventures and shape the future of Cosmo Beauty Brand House and other exceptional product brands.

+ We care: Enjoy free drinks, exciting social events, and opportunities to connect with beauty enthusiasts and industry leaders, creating lasting memories.

+ Amazing deals on our products: Join our team and enjoy special conditions on a wide range of products, including the opportunity to test cosmetics with our free onboard cosmetic and nail artist.

What we offer:

+ Exciting projects in an agile environment: At Cosmo Beauty Brand House, we provide equal opportunities for all team members to shine and contribute, with a focus on "moments that matter" and an exceptional employee experience. You can contribute to our growing French market and help us become a force to be reckoned with!

+ Personal and professional growth from day one: Join our team to start your development journey on day one, collaborating on international projects and contributing to our brand's growth.

+ Autonomous working styles: Our teams are constantly growing and as such we give our people the opportunity to shine in the ways they choose to best and assume the most responsibility. We are all about being proactive!