Job Description

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Position

Retail Marketing Trainee


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Profile

At Sephora, we stand together, and we stand for something more. For empowerment, for exploration, for the opportunity to impact people's lives through the unlimited power of beauty. We embrace uniqueness, unleash creativity, and pursue progress every day. Sparked by energy and excitement, our passion is contagious. We are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Support the Retail Marketing Department on all 360 launches, activations, and animations for the full network. Coordinate and liaise on special projects and KCP activities including communication and updates from cross functional departments. Track and ensure all timelines, directives, deliverables, and work back schedules are followed and executed as per the thematic calendar. Liaise and coordinate with external suppliers and agencies to ensure all deliverables and timelines are met as per the thematic calendar.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

MARKETING ACTIVITIES

Assist in the coordination of all Instore Retail Elements as per the thematic calendar. Assist in all stages of the animation process including design, coordination, production, and execution, ensuring all deadlines are managed and met. Support on all VM Guidelines and merchandizing requirements as per Retail Team needs. Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of all animation trackers and documents. Track, coordinate and store all assets received on a weekly basis as per the activation calendar. Coordinate and liaise on LCD/ LED screen facilitation across all markets including resizing and customization of videos to ensure timely and accurate update across stores. Send minute meetings out of all meetings with respective and collaborative teams as per weekly and bi-weekly updates. Assemble presentation slides as required for key weekly meetings including but not limited to the Weekly Trade Meeting, Category Meetings and Weekly Omnichannel Meetings. Assist in the roll out and tracking of all category fixtures across the network. Visit the UAE network of stores during thematic launches and other KCP's to ensure quality and timely installation of animation fixtures. Conduct Competitive Store Checks as required

TEAM COORDINATION

Build relationships with key stakeholders of the marketing and operations teams to ensure timelines are met for retail activations. Work closely to support the brand activations team for asset tracking and coordination. Support on content briefs as required, including building out campaign briefing documents and roll outs. Work closely with cross functional teams to ensure smooth facilitation of all deliverables. Support Retail Marketing Department with specialty projects and ensure timely execution and delivery.

AGENCY/SUPPLIER RELATIONS

Provide necessary information to the suppliers by way of supplier files, art elements and all other necessary production elements. Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and logistics, with regards to new openings, closing or renovation operations. Liaise and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams on smooth developments of special projects.

SKILLS, QUALITIFCATIONS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

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The successful candidate should have a university diploma and be fluent In English with excellent MS Office Skills (PowerPoint & Excel). The candidate should also possess strong communication and prioritization skills with the ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment. Willing and able to travel within the region.


Most importantly, the candidate needs to embody the Sephora Culture, DNA and Employee Value Propositions (EVP). They need to have excelled authentic communication, coordination and influencing skills and be energized by working in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

While at Sephora, you'll enjoy...

The people.

You will be surrounded by some of the most talented leaders and teams - people you can be proud to work with.

The learning.

We invest in training and developing our teams, and you will continue evolving and building your skills through personalized career plans.

The culture.

As a leading beauty retailer within the LVMH family, our reach is broad, and our impact is global. It is in our DNA to innovate and, at Sephora, all 40,000 passionate team members across 35 markets and 3,000 stores, are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty.
You can

unleash your creativity,

because we've got disruptive spirit. You can

learn and evolve,

because we empower you to be your best. You can

be yourself,

because you are what sets us apart.

This,

is the future of beauty. Reimagine your future, at Sephora.

Sephora is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace for all. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, or other employment practices. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.

SEPHORA

MAISON

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Sephora's stores offer passionate beauty fans across the world a privileged freedom to touch and test products since 1969.


The House provides a superior selection of quality products and always keeps pace with the latest trends.


The house is built upon the exceptional talents of its beauty professionals who create a perfect environment for adventurous clients who want to experiment and learn.


With the innovative range of products in the Sephora Collection, its distinctive stores and bold commitment to new ideas, the House is always able to surprise and delight its clients.


At every touch point with its clients, in store and online, Sephora provides an unconventional approach which has made it the most loved beauty community in the world.