Deputy General Manager - Brand Management

About the job

About the Company: Join a powerhouse in luxury retail beauty a leading multi-brand platform shaping the future of cosmetics, skincare, fragrance, and personal care in India.

With a strong portfolio of international & domestic brands, and an omnichannel presence, we are setting new benchmarks in beauty retail experience.

About the Role: Were looking for visionary brand leaders to drive sales, margin growth, product mix, and P&L performance for high-growth beauty brands.

You will be at the helm of strategic planning for your trading division integrating business, HR, marketing & trading, all while ensuring excellence in customer experience and brand integrity.

Qualifications:

MBA / Degree in Beauty / NIFT or similar preferred

8+ years of experience in beauty, fashion, or lifestyle retail

Responsibilities:

- Drive sales, profitability, and margin growth through strategic planning

- Define financial plans aligned with market trends & risk management

- Build strong product mix strategies and oversee distribution stock levels

- Monitor brand performance metrics & optimize based on data and trends

- Collaborate with Finance & Regional VPs on monthly brand reviews

- Lead forecasting for new launches, ensuring optimal inventory planning

- Conduct door-level P&L analysis & competitive benchmarking

- Maintain brand standards across touchpoints people, materials, and stores

- Resolve channel-level challenges and identify market opportunities

- Lead, coach & build high-performing teams for long-term success

Required Skills:

- Strategic thinkers with a strong commercial & analytical mindset

- Experience in beauty retail color cosmetics, fragrance, skincare preferred

- Strong leadership & cross-functional collaboration skills

- Agile professionals who can adapt to fast-paced, high-stakes environments

- Deep understanding of merchandising, trading & inventory dynamics

Preferred Skills:

- Experience in managing high-growth beauty brands

- Proven track record in strategic planning and execution

Equal Opportunity Statement: We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.