Murad

Associate Director - Retail & Activation Marketing

El Segundo, CA · Director

Sponsorship not specified$130k-$145kDetected 13 days ago

PhotographyLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationOrganizational Skills

About the role

Howard Murad, Founder Murad is stepping back into its breakthrough era-doubling down on the spirit that made it a pioneer in clinical skincare.
Its legacy spans the Environmental Shield/Vitamin C franchise (Essential-C and Vita-C) and category-leading retinol and acne innovations-all backed by top-tier beauty awards and a powerful foundation of 19 patents grounded in Dr.
Howard Murad's science-first philosophy.

Develop and manage US go-to-market activity calendar for both new product launches and core initiatives in collaboration with account leads, ensuring alignment with the brand's strategic objectives and key commercial moments.
Own end-to-end retail marketing and brand performance for Ulta, our biggest customer. Monitor performance and competitive activity
Lead category management anchored in robust shopper insight, developing planograms and VM that highlight our brand's difference, focuses on hero products, helps navigation, and ultimately drives purchase interest.
Oversee creative development of retailer content, ensuring all requirements are met and that they adhere to best practices. Manage all marketing requests such as comps/asset forms, new product set up forms, sell sheets, photography, social assets, copy, etc
Create post-mortem analysis of programs, launches, animations, etc to ensure we optimize future activities based on learnings
Lead the planning and execution of trade shows and market meetings, and partner with the team on the field sales meeting
Manage all marketing requests such as comps/asset forms, new product set up forms, sell sheets, photography, social assets, copy, etc; ensuring requests are on time and executed consistently.
Own end-to-end retail marketing and brand performance for Ulta, our biggest customer.

At least 5 years of Channel/Retail/Trade Marketing experience required, with a minimum of 2 years' direct experience working with Ulta.
Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving integrated marketing initiatives
Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence multiple stakeholders across different functions
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strategic thinker with strong business acumen, able to analyze complex information and translate it into insights and actionable plans
Bachelor's degree required; MBA a plus
A target annual salary range of $130,000-$145,000 depending on experience, plus annual bonus
401(K) with an Employer Match, plus a monthly home internet stipend
Hybrid work environment - join our El Segundo office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Unlimited Paid Time Off, plus 17 holidays off per year
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance options, FSA, HSA, and Life & Accident Insurance
Wellness & Support Resources including Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Legal Shield & ID Shield, Travel Assistance, Estate Guidance, Gym and Meditation programs, and more
Pet Insurance

A target annual salary range of $130,000-$145,000 depending on experience, plus annual bonus

Monitor performance and competitive activity; create action plans to close gaps and capitalize on opportunities, driving sales growth, SKU productivity, and brand health.
Develop and execute brand initiatives (campaigns, events, sampling, etc.) in collaboration with creative, Ops, sales, and education to ensure all needs are met and achieve the brand's overall objectives

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